Monique 1
8 X 10 Deardorff Camera, Kodak TXP #4164 8x10" Tri-X Pan B&W Negative Film (ISO-320), GOERZ APOCHROMAT 12" f-9 in Large Format 8X10" Lens.
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8 X 10 Deardorff Camera, Kodak TXP #4164 8x10" Tri-X Pan B&W Negative Film (ISO-320), GOERZ APOCHROMAT 12" f-9 in Large Format 8X10" Lens.
One large soft-box with mild reflector.
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One large soft-box with mild reflector.
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terryjohnson_6121
June 16, 2015
I am wanting to try and do some low light fine art nude photos. My question... Did you use one just one light on this photo?
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Location
I made this photograph in Palo Alto California in 1992. The model's name is Monique, from Munich Germany. The camera is an 8 X 10 Deardorff. The film I used is Kodak Professional Tri?X 320.Time
The time of day for this shot was late afternoon.Lighting
The light is available daylight through a north facing French Door. A small circular silver reflector was placed about three feet in front of the subject.Equipment
The camera is an 8 X 10 Deardorff.Inspiration
Monique was an exceptional beautiful young woman who definitely deserved to be immortalized in "celluloid". She proved to not only become my muse, but also a uniquely qualified photography student of mine who went on to become a wonderful photographer. For me this image is quintessential sacred feminine beauty.Editing
The original prints I made in an 8 X 10 enlarger were fine. But as the digital photography age matured, I made a high resolution scan of the original negative. I used Adobe Photoshop to post produce the image into what has become one of my favorite nude images.In my camera bag
I have now switched almost completely to digital photography. I am working primarily as a professional architectural photographer. My standard equipment is: Primary camera; Canon 5D-Mark IV. Backup camera Canon 5D-Mark II. Lenses: Most used, Canon EF 11-24mm Super Wide, Canon EF 24-70mm and Canon 100-400mm.Feedback
Temporarily fall in love with your subject. Use a slightly undulated black velvet background. Find a soft light from the north, preferable through a large window or French door. Make sure your subject is comfortably warm and relaxed on a couch or bed. Take your time setting up your equipment properly before you invite your subject to pose for you. Be kind and learn how to recognize the immeasurable beauty of a beautiful young woman!
