Published by
hexfire on
May 9, 2008
Spring is here and summer is just around the corner. I am currently looking for people interested in doing spring / summer photography shoots outside on the beach and surrounding locations. If this interests you please get in touch with me asap as time slots tend to fill up very quickly for beach shoots.
A beach shoot wouldn’t be complete without some seriously hot beachwear. Playboy just announced its 2008 swim collection, the link above will take you there directly. If you’re looking for a great outfit for your next shoot I highly recommend checking them out.
Published by
hexfire on
March 12, 2008
If you’re looking to try something unique as a model or photographer, look no further then a vintage look. Photographers love the vintage look because it can be combined with modern fashion to create something really interesting visually, as well as provoking a nostalgic feel. As a model, it provides greater creative scope to be able to choose from a larger variety of clothing.
Photographers can cross process finished files to get a fantastic look. This tutorial on cross processing is a great place to start if you’ve never tried it before. I won’t go into too much detail here as the tutorial can explain the cross processing technique better, but suffice it to say that tweaking certain color channels will produce a vivid interesting look that works great with vintage clothing.
As a photographer, I’m always on the look out for shops that are inexpensive and can provide me with quick service for my next shoot. I’ve listed three of the shops that I use consistently to get great vintage clothing for photo sessions.
Five Ideas For Photographers & Vintage Clothing:
1) Take your model in a vintage outfit and put them in a very modern and urban environment. The stark contrasts between a more nature friendly culture of vintage apparel versus the ultra modern starkness would be a great contrast for a shoot.
2) Use your model connections to take product shots for clothing stores offering sales on the internet. Most stores do not have the resources to complete this type of project, and do it well. Offer a store your services for trade in apparel or a steep discount. Its a great way to promote your work, as well as gain some apparel for your studio wardrobe.
3) Create a small niche business in your home town that shoots vintage portraits for the baby boomer generation. Theres a ton of them out there, carve out your own section of wealth from it.
4) Shop vintage stores for great deals in order to have a decent wardrobe on site for models to pick from. We’ve all had the models that show up with no outfits!
5) Mix new age fashion with vintage apparel to create a unique multi era look, framed by a dull and metallic backdrop to make the look pop off.
The shops below are ones I frequent often for great deals on vintage clothing. I highly recommend them for any model or photographer looking to get some good vintage apparel.
California Vintage Boutique
Mama Stone Vintage
Lullie Vintage Clothing
Published by
hexfire on
February 1, 2008
Shoes can be the most important choice you can make for a fashion photograph. Of course you need a model that fits the shot, but the fashion and accessories that go on that model will either make or break the shot. Certainly it depends on the type of photograph you are taking, but if you are working in the glamor or fashion niches, as a photographer you should be keenly aware of the outfit and accessories your subject is wearing. One of the most important style choices for a full figure photograph are the shoes.
Most subjects are very picky when it comes to picking their outfits for a shoot. Whether it be a semi pro photographer or a high end fashion shoot in Milan, the shoes are a crucial part of the shot. For home photographers and semi pros alike its very hard to have a full wardrobe selection for clients to choose from as it gets super expensive very quickly. Luckily there are places that offer really good deals that anyone can afford.
As a photographer I try to have clients bring with them the outfits and accessories that they want to shoot in, but sometimes its nice to have some other options available to offer clients. One of the best sites I’ve found so far to shop for interesting shoes and accessories is Gotham City Online
. Its not a Batman reference but a New York reference.
Another part of Gotham City that I love is their charity work. They’ve raised over 1.3 million dollars for charity since 1999:
Gotham Gives Back
Since 1999 Gotham City Online has helped charities raise over $1,300,000 for a variety of worthwhile causes. Helping people in our community, and in our world, is something we take seriously and it gives us great pride and satisfaction to lend a helping hand.
We also salute our customers, the thousands of men and women who shop from Gotham City Online, whose purchases ultimately help support our many philanthropic endeavors.
New York City Shoes and boots at discount prices. Shop Now!
The selection is great, and unique which is perfect for photographers and models alike. I tend to lean towards the most outrageous and interesting looking shoes for portraits as I like to have vivid colors and lines. I’m certain you too can find great ideas and items for your photography studio, check out Gotham City Online today.
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