Working with models
When choosing a model to work with, it is important to cast in person, on Skype, FaceTime or ask for an undoctored image. This is ensure the model fits the genre of makeup and fashion but also has the correct face and body shape desired for the image by the designer. When choosing a model, looking through many portfolios is key, this will broaden the search and help to get an understanding of experienced and inexperienced models. This can be identified by looking at each pose the model has done, if they are all of the same side or of the same face position, this could suggest they are inexperienced. A model who knows what he/she is doing will have many shots of themselves in different positions and angles, this will help the choice because the whole of their face and body will be displayed.
Free models are available to working photographers and students, it is customary that the photographer of the shoot will look after the staff and model, providing drink throughout to ensure the model stays watered. This will also ensure the makeup stays as it was when put on; not drinking enough water can cause bags under the eyes and open pours. It is also the responsibility to provide transport or money for transport for the model, having a model for free may mean that she/he wants the photos to build a portfolio. It is important to remember never show or give images that are unfinished to the model, as someone could see the pictures and think they are finished which may give the photographer a bad name.
Working in light is best for any photo, especially when taking photos of the features, e.g. an eye. A close up on an eye can be a difficult shot to get, if working in the dark with a flash the eye will contract and shy away to the light, causing a bad image and red eye. In a light space the eye will be ready for the flash and with good colour it will make a good finishes photograph.
Photoshop is a very well used and helpful piece of technology, it can erase blemishes on the model and in the background e.g. a plug socket on the wall, or stretch marks. I believe it important to never erase a persons natural beauty for example, freckles, these can be accentuated or erased through photoshop, personally I think freckles are beautiful.
This image shows Cat Deeley, I used this example because this image looks natural, she looks like she is having fun and laughing at something at honestly made her laugh. This would be a good example of a good photo shoot.
www.fanshare.com/cat-deeley-laughing-1393201964.jpg
Getting the staff and the model to relax on set or in a shoot is crucial, as soon as things start to get stressful it shows in the pictures and can destroy the shoot all together. Ensure the model is pampered and comfortable, well watered and rested. There is nothing worse than a stressful shoot, some of the best pictures in todays fashion photography are created with a relaxed and happy atmosphere, created by the photographer. Stress can cause a bad name, and the model will show her feeling rough the images, tension, sweat and looking flustered are things that need to be avoided.
To avoid a stressful shoot; keep cool, drink water and communicate throughout, work as part of a team, include the model in everything that is going on, plan the shoot and separate time, work together and help one another. Physically show the model each pose you want her/him to do, this will provide a better communication level and also add some fun. Keep the model moving, especially if it is cold, goosebumps and a stiff by will also potentially ruin the shoot.
Free models are available to working photographers and students, it is customary that the photographer of the shoot will look after the staff and model, providing drink throughout to ensure the model stays watered. This will also ensure the makeup stays as it was when put on; not drinking enough water can cause bags under the eyes and open pours. It is also the responsibility to provide transport or money for transport for the model, having a model for free may mean that she/he wants the photos to build a portfolio. It is important to remember never show or give images that are unfinished to the model, as someone could see the pictures and think they are finished which may give the photographer a bad name.
Working in light is best for any photo, especially when taking photos of the features, e.g. an eye. A close up on an eye can be a difficult shot to get, if working in the dark with a flash the eye will contract and shy away to the light, causing a bad image and red eye. In a light space the eye will be ready for the flash and with good colour it will make a good finishes photograph.
Photoshop is a very well used and helpful piece of technology, it can erase blemishes on the model and in the background e.g. a plug socket on the wall, or stretch marks. I believe it important to never erase a persons natural beauty for example, freckles, these can be accentuated or erased through photoshop, personally I think freckles are beautiful.
www.fanshare.com/cat-deeley-laughing-1393201964.jpg
Getting the staff and the model to relax on set or in a shoot is crucial, as soon as things start to get stressful it shows in the pictures and can destroy the shoot all together. Ensure the model is pampered and comfortable, well watered and rested. There is nothing worse than a stressful shoot, some of the best pictures in todays fashion photography are created with a relaxed and happy atmosphere, created by the photographer. Stress can cause a bad name, and the model will show her feeling rough the images, tension, sweat and looking flustered are things that need to be avoided.
To avoid a stressful shoot; keep cool, drink water and communicate throughout, work as part of a team, include the model in everything that is going on, plan the shoot and separate time, work together and help one another. Physically show the model each pose you want her/him to do, this will provide a better communication level and also add some fun. Keep the model moving, especially if it is cold, goosebumps and a stiff by will also potentially ruin the shoot.
