In all my photos, I directed the model(s) on how to pose, ensuring direct eye contact was kept, as I felt this would make the photos stronger. However I was aware that in some cases, such as the top middle photo, the lack of eye contact works better as it helps to show and emphasise a position of power, anchored by the planned low angle shot. I did take photos from this angle with a direct mode of address, however I felt that the photo shown looked more natural and more powerful.
I was aware throughout the photoshoot that some images may be used as part of the website or as a double page spread, so I made sure that in all my photos, I varied the composition of the image, ensuring that there was space at the top for headlines, and places for cover lines, as well as ensuring to take some landscape for double-page spreads/the website.
The photo on the bottom left was not planned, but because I made sure to take lots of pictures, I was able to capture this with good quality. Given that I was able to direct the lighting for the more planned shots, when the model moved, and in this case began laughing, I was able to capture this photo with the lighting falling directly on her face, which I felt made the photo work really well.
Though i haven't edited these photos, I plan on going over them, especially the photos with a black background, and smoothing out the wrinkles in the background itself to make them look more professional.
What I learnt from this photoshoot:
- Lighting can change the image dramatically and so is extremely important
- Angles and direct eye contact are important - they can make the image really powerful
- Take loads of photos! Sometimes, unplanned photos can turn out really well, and a large selection is needed.
