Britney Pin-Up
Vintage pin up
Vintage pin up
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Location
This image was photographed in Traverse City, MichiganTime
it was in the early afternoonLighting
The lighting was done in a very small space probably 11 x 15. I remember it took us a while to get the ratio's right in such a small space against a white background. While the lights were in the same room as the model we actually shot through the 6 foot wide archway from the adjoining room. For this image we used a combination of Alien Bees and speedlights. We created a lot of great images in this small space on this day. We had a lot of vintage wares and clothing from my friends collection, all family heirlooms. It was a lot of fun.Equipment
This image was shot with my Canon 5D mark III we thought we might (and we may have) used a Canon 7D but with the cropped sensor it would have been tough in such a small space. Must of the shots were handheld at 125th to 200th/secondInspiration
I have this passion for vintage pin up and beauty. I love planning a shoot with lots of unusual hard to find items, unique things that are rare. A lot of the inspiration comes from everyone involved. We may start out with a vision in mind then someone, usually one of the girls will put together and outfit that really hits it out of the park. Mostly we like to make it fun and relaxed for everyone. I find that people work better in an environment that is less rigid and scripted. Unless of course ifs a commercial client then its serious fun.Editing
All my images are processed just the way film has to be processed before you see the photograph. My photoshop skills have allowed me to be more creative in processing. Really with post processing now there really are no limits to your imagination.In my camera bag
That depends on what I am doing that day. I my have a rolling trunk full of lighting, stands, modifiers, flats, etc. In my carry bag I will usually always have my Canon Mark III, 70-200mm 2/8, 24-105mm 4/0, 16-35mm 2/8, 50mm 1.4, 600 RT speedlight with gels, extra CF cards, extra camera batteries, AA batteries, black foam cards, small reflector, a small 32" light stand, and I always carry model releases and because it fold up and fits I usually have my Rouge XL flash bender.Feedback
Some people are easier to work with than others so find people that you work good together with. People that are uninhibited in front of the camera always seems to be great models and like to have fun. Planning gets the ball rolling in a direction for everyone to follow, that doesn't mean that plans don't sometimes change but it is a necessary ingredient to start with. This is studio work so being familiar with lighting is going to help create your images. Even in really small spaces nice images can be achieved if you are diligent to figure it out. A light meter IS essential to good lighting unless you want to go at it without, it is possible. Have good props, they are always fun for everyone. Be creative and do what you like to create. There is no right or wrong. Just as a painter, everyone's brush strokes are different and that is what makes you unique. Brush your teeth twice a day and be sure to provide, at a minimum, non alcoholic refreshments and snacks. We usually call out for pizza and/or salads.
