Aug 27 2009
Models,photogs and roof tops..
Postprosessing was a dream. Nothing fancy, or tricky. Closer you get with the lights the easier it is to finnish in the photoshop. Honestly these could have been straight out of the camera and you wouldn’t even notice.
Im falling more and more in love with Lasolite hotshoe ezybox (60×60.) Virtually no spill at all and more control compared to shoot through umberella. Speaking of umberellas I broke my third.. Slightest breeze on wind and they go over faster than volvo ocean race sailboat. Even if the stand is only on knee height the umbrellas neck will brake. Not going to happen with the ezybox cause there is no shaft.
Once again I have to thank people involved. Tanja of course for modeling, hope you liked the pics and the experience wasn’t traumatizing. And thanks to Jutta for assisting and keeping our model comfortable when I was too busy running around the roof like a headless chicken.
Tanjas mom was first worried about what kind of pics I had in mind. The worrie is not to be overlooked! Specialy with a underaged models. There are lots of GWC’s (guys with cameras) out there, whos intrest is not in the photography. That in mind I have tried to build a certain reputation and a level of photography.
Nice set of pics. Maybe the model could have been a bit more relaxed, I feel that her expression is a little uneasy. This is understandable if it was her first time working infront of a camera. With that in mind, I think Tanjas’ mom was right in being worried, there are a lot of GWC’s (read: assholes) out there. I know you have a good rep among models for doing your thing like a pro and concetrating on getting good pictures, your work speaks for itself and is the best way to building a positive reputation.
I’m not sure if I understood what you broke in your umbrella setup, but if you think it could be fixed with a little creative thinking, tools and (home made) spareparts, let me know. You might be surprised what can be done in the little workshop for photohides…