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Location
Fabyan Forest Reserve in Geneva, Illinois.Time
I photographed this portrait roughly around 9 in the morning. I choose to photograph in the morning because that's when the lighting is ideal for portrait photography.Lighting
I wanted to capture an element of mystery in this portrait. I had my subject direct her eyes away from the camera to create question in the viewers mind.Equipment
For this photo I'm simply used my Sony NEX-6. No flash or tripod was used.Inspiration
This photo was actually part of a senior portrait session, but the lighting and the model were so cooperative with me so I decided to take it a step further and add some artistic element to her session.Editing
Yes, I used the latest Photoshop software. I fixed minor parts of the photo and then adjusted it to create the black and white layer.In my camera bag
I always keep my Sony NEX-6, two additional lenses, a reflector/diffuser and always extra battery's and memory cards in case of emergency.Feedback
If you want to achieve ideal lighting, keep a close eye on your exposure level. Make sure to adjust the aperture for the right lighting, but don't forget to keep the subject in focus also.
