Smoke

After shooting indoors with harsh shadows (see previous post) we head outside to try on more lighting styles. This was more close up with Monia trying a cigarette on after giving up for more than 6 months. She didn't take many more drags as she confirmed she still hated smoking! 
I decided to merge this together on a whim from the few photographs in this style.

Monia Vs Speedlights

Monia indoors at No 6. The shadows where created with an un-diffused cranked up speedlight at head height to the right. Another speedlight with diffusing umbrella was placed above her head pointing down. Both lights were less that a meter away from her. I love the deliberate harsh shadows, there is way more to play with using this technique. 

Having a play with some branding and adding graphics. The idea was to use the shoot for a sunglasses ad. This is a start but I think the photograph is losing its presence slightly against the advertising. I am looking through tones of ads to find a balance in the product and the advertising. It is so varied!

Stephen Pucci

Here is a wee home studio set up. Two lights with two square diffusers. Stephen Pucci, an actor from London, is happy to pose. There may be more to come...

Frocking Fabulous

On location with a photographer friend, Sam Spurgeon for 'Frocking Fabulous' A new vintage website with an array of cheeky little pieces for the ladies. Sam and I spent the day in South London shooting varied angles and lighting set ups. The models, make up artist and stylist all made this a total success. Check the link and have yourself a wee browse by clicking the title of this blog entry...