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 ID: 207451 Posts: 33 | Date: 2007-12-14 15:36 hi,
I exchanged a few of my pics for different ones, anybody who has any comments
for me id really appreciate it.
Grace x |
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 ID: 199345 Posts: 391 | Date: 2007-12-14 19:50 Hi Grace,
Can I suggest that you give each image a unique name or number. That way anyone
wishing to draw your attention to a certain image it makes it easier for them to
reference it. Also it makes it easier for you to tell us which ones are the new
ones.
You have certainly improved your portfolio and posing ability in the last couple
of months. I really like most of the studio shots, but I'm not taken too much by
the others.
I see that you are starting to get more adventurous and pushing the envelope
which is good to see, but this kind of shot is harder to pull off in terms of
looking professional. As such they come over a little homemade and
amateurish.
Most of my criticism is aimed towards the photographer, but you also need to be
able to evaluate your own images and know why some are better than others.
Fire place shot - Too much background in focus. The stuff on the mantel and the
pictures on the walls are too distracting. With this kind of shot make sure that
you are a good distance from the wall so that the background can be blurred out
more easily. You have a great location to pull off a sexy romantic image, but to
me it comes over as cheap and slutty. If you can try to redo the shot using only
candles and the light of the fire to light the image. Try a less suggestive pose
such and kneeling with your legs less spread apart. You have everything you need
to pull off a great shot.
Russian Hat: Too much distraction in the background, plus the image should have
been taken as portrait orientation not landscape. I don't get the shot, winter
hat, indoors, wearing a summer top.
Hands crossed over chest - Again look out for objects in the back ground that
were not meant to be there. Like the fire place shot I see what you are going
for and the idea is fine, however, it just needs to be better executed. In this
image is the corner of a picture frame. The shot is also over exposed. The
details in your face and right hand have been blow out. This is most likely due
to the camera being too close to you. As for the pose I think it would work
better with good eye contact. Even though the image is implied nude I think it
would be more powerful with good sharp eye contact.
The red/orange shot. Interesting shot: the pose, tight top and lighting really
accentuates your figure nicely. The only thing that spoils it for me is the
colours on your face are not flattering. On your stomach and chest the colours
are smooth and pleasing whereas the face has harsh and contrasting colours.
All in all I see a lot of positives in your new shots. My comments are mostly
geared to helping you improve on what you have rather than to trash them. I hope
that you understand this is meant to be constructive criticism.
I look forward to seeing the results your next shoot.
Regards Mike |
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 ID: 182744 Posts: 1748 | Date: 2007-12-15 06:07 Good pointers, Mike.
I gave her my two page critique already by Email before I saw this post. I agree
with your comments and gave her similar suggestions although I focused mostly on
the fireplace shot. I want to shoot the photographer, yes. There was a brilliant
opportunity to make a glamorous, seductive shot rather than an almost porn-ish
Hustler style image. I talked to Grace about taking her time, getting into the
mood, ways to place her body to achieve attractive curves. And on and on. You
know how I ramble.
I rather liked the arms across chest shot. Washed out, but I thought that that
was the effect the photographer was going for. I liked her eyes closed and head
slightly down because it lent an innocence to her. But eyes open, focused
sharply on the viewer would lend a more powerful aspect to the photo. She does
have charming eyes and I think if she practices various looks and expression
with her eyes in a mirror she could turn into a killer just on "the stare"
alone.
I left the other shots you commented on alone as they didn't do anything for me
at all. Snap shots. I thought maybe that they were taken casually rather than by
a working photographer. If they were taken by a photographer, I want an APB out
on that guy right away!
Grace: You have gold inside you. You just need to find a way to make it shine.
You are out there and shooting.  That's the best thing you can do. Get some
experience. Look at each of your pictures and criticize yourself sharply.
Envision in your mind what your would do different on your next shoot. What you
would do the same. Do this with each and every shoot, no matter how great the
image, and you will see yourself improving by leaps and bounds.
And no, good glamor is not an easy thing to do. You have to relate to the viewer
and get your intent across using body language. Anyone can prance around in
underwear while a camera is flashing. Your job is to make art that attracts
people to you, makes them want to pick up and hold your image. This creates
demand. Demand creates jobs.
Don't hesitate to post more of your images, good or bad, and ask us for a
review. You will get better that way because we won;t shine you on with false
platitudes. We want to see an interested model like you push forward to success.
We always push potential harder...so, in spite of our critiques, take our
attention to you as a compliment to what we see you can do.
Keep it up, Lady! Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should  |
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ID: 207451 Posts: 33 | Date: 2007-12-15 07:13 thanks guys,
I got the impression from the tog that he was a professional i saw alot of his
work which i really liked so agreed to a shoot. the day came and we only got to
shoot for an hour due to him being late! and he lived in the middle of nowhere
so took ages to get there.
i agree with all the comments and i totally agree with them looking amaturish,
he told me he only liked doing location shoots, but on the day it was raining so
had to make do in his living room. All and all i felt what am i doing here! but
gave it a go. As well as that i had no where to change he just turned around! so
i did feel quite uncomfortable ive learnt my lesson. I did notice that the
fireplace shot wasent great it was a bad pose not very flattering to say the
least but said id put them up as there the only ones like these i have
thanks again for the comments hopefully i can change then soon
Grace |
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ID: 199345 Posts: 391 | Date: 2007-12-15 10:08 Hi Grace,
Sometimes when you are at a remote outdoor location there is nowhere to change,
on those occasions the photog indeed should turn around and give you some
privacy whilst you are doing clothing changes.
when you are at an indoor location such as someones house, there are plenty of
options, such as other rooms, or simply asking the tog to leave the room for a
couple of seconds. A good photographer knows the importance of the model feeling
comfortable and respected. If they insist on staying and perving then you are in
the wrong place with the wrong guy and its time to leave.
One other thing, lots of amateurs, such as myself, know how to use natural light
(the sun) and can get reasonable shots outdoors with help from some reflectors
and on camera fill flash. Indoor lighting is a different matter and requires a
good knowledge of how to use all the different lighting equipment needed to
produce a pleasing shot. If the tog only has experience with outdoor shoots and
it is raining then reschedule, your are not going to get the shots that you want
and expected from viewing his portfolio.
Obviously at some point us amateur togs may want to learn to shoot indoors and
might invest in some basic strobes. That's a different story as that's an
experimental shoot with the focus on his learning and not on you getting pics
you want. It's a give and take industry and if he's given you several hours of
outdoor shooting then you may be happy to reciprocate and model for him whilst
he fumbles about with his new equipment.
One final thought, I hope you took someone with you on the shoot. Unless you
know and feel comfortable with a tog you should avoid visiting total strangers
without a chaperone. I would be less concerned if it was a professional with his
own studio but still better safe than sorry. With togs you make contact with via
the internet make sure you get references from other models that they have
worked with. Preferably verbal references.
regards Mike |
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ID: 182744 Posts: 1748 | Date: 2007-12-15 16:28 Ah, Grace...hence the tenseness I noted to you in the Email. Explains a lot. But
chalk it up to experience and learn from it. I have been on commercial shoots in
lousy conditions, massive time constraints, crews paid by the hour, eye on the
sky for weather and the sun moving, changing shadows around, clouds, set
directors changing their minds. It can get hectic and the model has to be in the
mood required no matter what is going on all around. You just phase out all
distractions and concentrate on doing your best.
Trial by fire place!  You've had one initiation.
Tog sounds quite inconsiderate, though. No reason for him to be n the same room
with you while changing. Very low class of him. And he was late...he should have
given you the time you deserved. Well, there are a lot of pigs in the world.
When shooting outdoors, I bring a portable changing booth I built myself. PVC
pipes, shower curtains and bolts and wing nuts. Snaps together in two minutes,
breaks down into four foot lengths to fit in the trunk of my car. I think I will
write an article for Jurgita showing how to build one. You can also buy portable
changing booths, light wire frame jobs that twist closed into a carry sack. The
tend to catch the wind, though.
Privacy while changing should not be an issue in most circumstances. Usually at
fashion shows and beauty pageants things are flowing so fast that back stages
everyone is just dropping one outfits and hurrying into the other in seconds not
caring who is around. But also, everyone is so busy that no one even notices. No
way this should have been the case in a house. That was just plain unmannerly of
the tog and, I agree with Mike, pervish.
Indoor natural or ambient lighting can be tricky, but has a huge advantage over
outdoor natural lighting...it is consistent. And, interestingly enough, most of
us tend to spend a lot of our time indoors. In this digital film age where you
do not have to process expensive film, I cannot see why a person who likes
taking pictures wouldn't be experimenting with house lighting all the time.
Especially in his house. How could he not be familiar with his
own house lighting? Well, some people do not seem to have the aptitude or
patience to try hundreds of different camera settings and light manipulations. I
find full length mirrors can do wonders in spreading or angling fire place
lights. Even spreading aluminum foil at strategic places. No reason if the focus
of the shot is you for the fire to be so prominent, either. It should subtle add
to the mood of the image, not be so obvious that it dominates the eye.
Well, in the future, do you best to ignore the amateur fumbling of an
inexperienced tog. Because you will find that, even with supposed pros. Do not
let circumstances and situations bother you...you do your best and even if the
tog messes up, people will see that your work is good. And, if
you stay in this business long enough, you will come across some awkward and
uncomfortable shooting situations. On a paid shoot, you deal. On TFP, have a
talk or walk if things seem unreasonable. (I'm talking professional aspects, not
personal issues like touching or peeking. Slap and run in those instances.) I
was once asked to shoot in a tourist submarine. Settings were cramped, small,
cold and rocking on the sea. We bumped our heads, lights and reflectors kept
sliding or falling over, I had difficulty with wide angle lens warp, the client
wanted the model to try different outfits of sponsors, impracticable to move
lighting and such each time the four models, two adults and two children, needed
to slip into other outfits...a real nightmare. After several hours I finally
felt comfortable wit the images (film in those days...no chance for instant
review except for the Polaroid light and settings tests). Everyone was groaning,
tired and complaining. Client did treat us to a fancy dinner though. The images
are still being used on the submarine tour brochures almost 15 years later. I
guess even the client did not want to go through that again! Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should |
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 ID: 183878 Posts: 1184 | Date: 2007-12-16 22:43 Better critiques above. Keelhaul the shooter, for sure.
However, he caught some nice vulnerability in your face. It may not have been
what you were going for.
Hmm, good makeup. Strong lighting with black background. Drama in the eyes. You
could be unique.
Karl is absolutely right about the shooter not knowing his stuff. I've had to do
portraits in living rooms and it is possible to use your light and furniture to
eliminate distractions and make it appear just like a set.If I haven't been there, I'm still planning on going!
If I haven't done it, I've still got time to try! |
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ID: 183878 Posts: 1184 | Date: 2007-12-16 22:44 Damn, I meant to add this portrait:If I haven't been there, I'm still planning on going!
If I haven't done it, I've still got time to try! |
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ID: 207451 Posts: 33 | Date: 2007-12-17 09:38 thanks charles foe the comment have more shootscoming so gonna swap and add see
what comes up thanks again |
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ID: 182744 Posts: 1748 | Date: 2007-12-17 13:01 Just keep up a positive attitude! Nothing beats experience and it is good
that you have shoots coming up. The dedicated ones have the better chance of
getting the breaks and opportunities. I like your attitude. Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should |
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ID: 182744 Posts: 1748 | Date: 2007-12-17 13:03 Charles Griffin:
Damn, I meant to add this portrait:
Self portrait?
Sorry, Charles. Cute kitty. Indoor lighting, huh? Have faith that the universe will unfold as it should |
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ID: 183878 Posts: 1184 | Date: 2007-12-18 08:21 Right, Karl, I'm hairy, but not quite to that degree. Fluorescence kitchen
light, narrow depth of field, shot while flat on the floor. Strange new kitty at
daughter's house.
I thought it a quick example of what I was suggesting.
Having dug through my box of seconds, I found some old prints to show.
Lady with cat. Available window light ( I Think), artful and fortuitous pose:If I haven't been there, I'm still planning on going!
If I haven't done it, I've still got time to try! |
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ID: 183878 Posts: 1184 | Date: 2007-12-18 08:12 Now these shots are from the 1980s, usually 645 color neg. These are scans of
the framed prints I saved from the shoots.
Happy Baby. With flash on an extender, in the tot's own playroom.If I haven't been there, I'm still planning on going!
If I haven't done it, I've still got time to try! |
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ID: 183878 Posts: 1184 | Date: 2007-12-18 08:16 Last, not an indoor shot, but on a cold and miserable day in Northern Japan
(where we were stationed at the time). Fill flash hand held at a distance to
keep the tree from burning out.
Lady in fur.If I haven't been there, I'm still planning on going!
If I haven't done it, I've still got time to try! |
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