Budgets are tightening, the competition for winning work is SO fierce, and image-makers are being expected to do twice as much for half the cash. What can we do I hear you cry! Strip it back, get used to getting creative with what's available to you....get comfortable with being more resourceful. It will help you to keep producing more personal work without spending money, and show your clients your versatility and ability as a creator.
In this video I take you through my full creative process for this last-minute, un-planned fashion accessories shoot that really relies on the bare minimum!
See how you can utilise a similar approach to your own creative niche, and elt me know how you get on.
You can find me on:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodiemannphotography
Website: https://jodiemann.co.uk
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jodiemannphotography
Lights used:
Photonbeam 800W Redhead.
Colbor 100w wonderlight with softbox attachment.
My video about using the Photonbeam 800W light:
https://youtu.be/b8_h3QE7qPg
00:00 - Intro - the BIG QUESTION.
00:44 - What I'm going to show you - the photoshoot.
1:16 - Shot 1: How I began the creative process/my inspiration.
3:06 - Shot 1: Scouting the location.
5:24 - Shot 1: Choosing the wardrobe focus.
6:18 - Shot 1: Setting up the shot: Lighting and testing
8:39 - Shot 1: Styling the set with available props.
10:33 - Shot 1: Easy lighting solution for multiple exposures.
13:05 - Shot 2: Working it out - Location & Wardrobe Styling.
14:20 - Shot 2: Setting up the shot: Positioning, lighting, testing.
15:15 - Shot 2: The light position.
15:59 - Shot 2: Perfecting the shot: Continuity with props.
16:53 - Shot 3: Finding our setup…by happy accident!
18:33 - Shot 3: The lighting.
19:33 - Shot 3: Finding the perfect composition.
20:33 - Shot 3: The set/props
21:06 - Grade and play as you go.
21:38 - Final thoughts!
22:47 - My challenge for you.