Saturday, May 22, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Lasell Location Shoot
I'm not sure that the rainy weather wasn't a bad thing as we took advantage of some interesting interiors, did a nice job lighting those spaces and created a number of strong shots. Here are the one's that caught my eye.
If you think I'm going a little overboard with this whole shooting through obstruction technique just say so, but as of now I still think its cool! Thank you Connell.
A sweet little shot by Zofeen. Very romantic, not to mention, pink!
Very nice job by John. The wider frame creates a stronger composition which utilizes the white space to draw the eye to the subject.
Oh no! More shooting through obstructions. Thank you Jen.
This one by John really gets me going. Very Helmut Newton!
Is it photoshop? No, its photography! Thank you Jen for getting it in camera.
I see big things for this shot. Strong commercial potential with a tie in to Lasell's art gallery and this particular exhibit by big time designer Yolanda. Look for it on NESOPs graduation poster. Let the campaign begin!
If you think I'm going a little overboard with this whole shooting through obstruction technique just say so, but as of now I still think its cool! Thank you Connell.
A sweet little shot by Zofeen. Very romantic, not to mention, pink!
Very nice job by John. The wider frame creates a stronger composition which utilizes the white space to draw the eye to the subject.
Oh no! More shooting through obstructions. Thank you Jen.
This one by John really gets me going. Very Helmut Newton!
Is it photoshop? No, its photography! Thank you Jen for getting it in camera.
I see big things for this shot. Strong commercial potential with a tie in to Lasell's art gallery and this particular exhibit by big time designer Yolanda. Look for it on NESOPs graduation poster. Let the campaign begin!
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Business Lifestyle
Everyone did a very good job managing their locations and handling the lighting. Special kudos go to Zofeen and Jen for their guerilla effort in Barnes & Noble. As I sometimes like to say, if you don’t get thrown out of a couple of places you’re not trying hard enough. Way to go!
Though I had a slight issue with the magazine the model was reading in the shot Zofeen presented in class it was actually a very good shot. Here is another one I liked.
It is very simple but has just the right amount of context as does this one by Jen in Brueggers.
These shots may not strike you as particularly interesting but they are the kind of shots a model would put into his or her portfolio. Here are a couple of nice shots by Carly and Elizabeth who worked the escalator at the bus stop.
Both of them are effective. On Carly’s (top) I like the wider framing and the inclusion of the shadows on the wall providing an interesting graphic. On Elizabeth’s (bottom) I like that she shot through the glass to get some interesting patterns and reflections.
I like this shot by Connell a lot. There’s just the right amount of context and action, a strong compositon and her reflection in the window is cool. Not to mention Jackie and Liz in the background doing a great job looking on.
This shot by John demonstrates another good use of the horizontal frame. The placement of the model in the frame is just right and the shallow depth of field helps to direct the eye to her. I also like the slight tilting of the horizon. It gives the shot a little extra something.
I really love this shot by Mattie. The blur, the bleed and the foreground obstruction all give this shot a sense of reality and immediacy. There may not be a lot of context and actually, the shot feels more like fashion lifestyle than business lifestyle but its still effective. And unquestionably, the shot of the week comes from Jen, courtesy of Bruegghers. This guy is delirious! Talk about the decisive moment. Everything comes together in this shot to create that unique moment. It may not be the type of shot you would put in your portfolio but its very effective and publishable.
Though I had a slight issue with the magazine the model was reading in the shot Zofeen presented in class it was actually a very good shot. Here is another one I liked.
It is very simple but has just the right amount of context as does this one by Jen in Brueggers.
These shots may not strike you as particularly interesting but they are the kind of shots a model would put into his or her portfolio. Here are a couple of nice shots by Carly and Elizabeth who worked the escalator at the bus stop.
Both of them are effective. On Carly’s (top) I like the wider framing and the inclusion of the shadows on the wall providing an interesting graphic. On Elizabeth’s (bottom) I like that she shot through the glass to get some interesting patterns and reflections.
I like this shot by Connell a lot. There’s just the right amount of context and action, a strong compositon and her reflection in the window is cool. Not to mention Jackie and Liz in the background doing a great job looking on.
This shot by John demonstrates another good use of the horizontal frame. The placement of the model in the frame is just right and the shallow depth of field helps to direct the eye to her. I also like the slight tilting of the horizon. It gives the shot a little extra something.
I really love this shot by Mattie. The blur, the bleed and the foreground obstruction all give this shot a sense of reality and immediacy. There may not be a lot of context and actually, the shot feels more like fashion lifestyle than business lifestyle but its still effective. And unquestionably, the shot of the week comes from Jen, courtesy of Bruegghers. This guy is delirious! Talk about the decisive moment. Everything comes together in this shot to create that unique moment. It may not be the type of shot you would put in your portfolio but its very effective and publishable.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Fitness Lifestyle - JRK
Models : Erika Tarlow & Christoph Babka
Photographs & Post Processing : Jennifer Keany
P.S. Can someone other than me post something please??
Friday, April 23, 2010
Editorial Project - JRK
First shoot for our Editorial Project
Model : Alena Summ
Hair & Makeup : Nikk Noir
Styling : Nicoletta Marie
Photography & Post Processing : Jennifer Keany
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Fashion Lifestyle
Great job with this assignment! Everybody came up with something good. What I am particularly pleased about is, in going over your proof sheets and CDs, for the most part you seem to be identifying your best shots for in-class critique. However, there were a handful that caught my eye that you may have missed.
This shot of Catherine by Carly has a bit more context and action than the shot she offered in class (which was very good!). She is positioned nicely in relation to the light so the face is evenly illuminated. What is missing is the sizzling burgers and steaks on the grill and a spatula in her hand. These elements were all present in the shot of Kasey by Jen on the roof of the MIT frat house, but the light was not right in that one.
The criticism that I offered in class of Elizabeth’s photos was that they felt more like portraits. The tighter croppings tend to minimize the fashion content as does the desaturation of the color. In this shot the fashion content is better displayed in a good composition with a strong graphic and color design.
Though I did like the shot she did of Kasey in the filtered sunlight, here is one in the same location where the filtered light does not fall on the face. I feel the more open light displays the fashion content better. Not to mention the eye contact is very arresting.
This one of Kasey by Jen caught my eye. As I have stated numerous times I have a penchant for the wider composition which tends to put the emphasis on the word “photograph” in the phrase fashion photograph.
What initially grabbed my attention was the face and hair. With the chin up the face is beautifully lit and the closed/squinting eyes look like she’s just enjoying the sun. The hair flip creates a splash pattern that I see mirrored in the vines crawling up the opposite wall. Also notice how the simulated stitching lines in the dress are again mirrored in the vine patterns.
And since I've mentioned Jen, what a great post! And although, yes, only one was actually "lifestyle," they're all strong. I particularly liked the way you juxtaposed the shot of Catherine against the shadowed wall with another shot of just shadows. This is a good example of including non-fashion content in a fashion layout. Very smart!
Here are a couple more of my favorites from the day.
How could I not offer a review of the day without mentioning our new best buddies, the frat boys. What grabs me about this shot by Zofeen is Staci's hands. The way she is delicately stroking his chin and the directness of her gaze is quite mesmerizing. And the lighting is just right. Here is an example where gesture and expression outweigh everything else. Very nice, Zofeen!
And now, my No.1, favorite of the week.....
Now this is "lifestyle." Way to go, Mattie! And even though the model is making eye contact with the camera, she is clearly in the world and in a context. The contrast between her stillness and the blur of the bike rider keeps the eye oscillating between the two forms which complement and define each other. I love it!
Overall, I thought this was a very productive shoot with everyone capturing some strong shots. I just delivered the CDs to Crystal earlier this evening and she is absolutely thrilled! And, I gotta tell ya, it feels good when your clients are happy. It's one of the reasons I keep doin' what I'm doin'. 'Cause happiness is good! I'd like to thank her and our models Kasey, Staci, Kristen, and Catherine for their essential contribution to our efforts, to our art form, and to our happiness.
This shot of Catherine by Carly has a bit more context and action than the shot she offered in class (which was very good!). She is positioned nicely in relation to the light so the face is evenly illuminated. What is missing is the sizzling burgers and steaks on the grill and a spatula in her hand. These elements were all present in the shot of Kasey by Jen on the roof of the MIT frat house, but the light was not right in that one.
The criticism that I offered in class of Elizabeth’s photos was that they felt more like portraits. The tighter croppings tend to minimize the fashion content as does the desaturation of the color. In this shot the fashion content is better displayed in a good composition with a strong graphic and color design.
Though I did like the shot she did of Kasey in the filtered sunlight, here is one in the same location where the filtered light does not fall on the face. I feel the more open light displays the fashion content better. Not to mention the eye contact is very arresting.
This one of Kasey by Jen caught my eye. As I have stated numerous times I have a penchant for the wider composition which tends to put the emphasis on the word “photograph” in the phrase fashion photograph.
What initially grabbed my attention was the face and hair. With the chin up the face is beautifully lit and the closed/squinting eyes look like she’s just enjoying the sun. The hair flip creates a splash pattern that I see mirrored in the vines crawling up the opposite wall. Also notice how the simulated stitching lines in the dress are again mirrored in the vine patterns.
And since I've mentioned Jen, what a great post! And although, yes, only one was actually "lifestyle," they're all strong. I particularly liked the way you juxtaposed the shot of Catherine against the shadowed wall with another shot of just shadows. This is a good example of including non-fashion content in a fashion layout. Very smart!
Here are a couple more of my favorites from the day.
How could I not offer a review of the day without mentioning our new best buddies, the frat boys. What grabs me about this shot by Zofeen is Staci's hands. The way she is delicately stroking his chin and the directness of her gaze is quite mesmerizing. And the lighting is just right. Here is an example where gesture and expression outweigh everything else. Very nice, Zofeen!
And now, my No.1, favorite of the week.....
Now this is "lifestyle." Way to go, Mattie! And even though the model is making eye contact with the camera, she is clearly in the world and in a context. The contrast between her stillness and the blur of the bike rider keeps the eye oscillating between the two forms which complement and define each other. I love it!
Overall, I thought this was a very productive shoot with everyone capturing some strong shots. I just delivered the CDs to Crystal earlier this evening and she is absolutely thrilled! And, I gotta tell ya, it feels good when your clients are happy. It's one of the reasons I keep doin' what I'm doin'. 'Cause happiness is good! I'd like to thank her and our models Kasey, Staci, Kristen, and Catherine for their essential contribution to our efforts, to our art form, and to our happiness.
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