The African Leaf Man
Jul, 2019Views
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Location
The photo was taken in my home made studio in my living room, Accra - Ghana. Was taken assisted by my brother Peter Ogbodu.Time
It was taken around 2pm in the day. After spending the whole morning preparing.Lighting
With our limited equipment, we used what we had to achieve a soft- mid tones. Angled about 175degrees and 12inches away from the model.Equipment
We used a Canon 77d, EFS Canon 55mm to 250mm lens We also used a 120cm octabox with a Yongnuo speedlite We used a 120cm octabox with a Yongnuo speedlite yn560iv..Inspiration
The inspiration came from how herbs/plants have always played an important role in the African culture and lifestyle.Editing
Image was retouched ousing photoshop. I calmed the skin tone and leaf as well. Did colour separation to enhance skin details. Added a Vingette to give it an antique feel and look.In my camera bag
My canon 77d, Canon 50mm prime lens, 18 to 135mm and 55m to 250mm. Cleaning tools and Yongnuo speedlite yn560iv.Feedback
Planning is crucial and adding emotions whiles taking images to me adds a feel to images as well.
