Photography & Photographic PracticePhotography Shoot 1

Photographs to be taken – The photos I want to take are done in the photography studio with a simple black background. Using props such as a guitar will help create the scene of a musician. In the frame I want the back drop and the lights so that you can see the set. I also want the artist to be performing. This will go well with the magazine cover and will interest my target audience.

03/03/2014 10:34am

Equipment & Props needed – The clothes can be very casual. Jeans and a bright top will balance casual and the look of the artist performing. Small, multi-coloured lights will help add the atmosphere of a gig. The artist using a guitar will show what the artist can do and help attract an audience. An old suitcase will add a vintage look to the pictures. This is for the target audience.

Techniques that will be used – Ami Barwell has a good style of capturing the light and dark photographs. Even though she uses black and white and I want to use colour, the dark clothing on a white back drop works really well. I would want to do it the opposite way. I would want to have a dark back drop with lighter clothing. The different angles and the close ups are really good for capturing detail.

By Ami Barwell. This simple photograph is perfect for either inside the magazine or on the front cover. The use of the prop is a good what to show what the artist plays without it showing them playing it.

How light quality can be used to help convey the visual message – The use of soft lighting will help make the multi-colours lights stand out a lot better. Having the low light lower down will add a dramatic look and will ensure that the artist can still be seen.

Health and safety considerations – In the photo studio, being cautious of wires from the lights is very important. Taping them down would help them stay in place. With it being a small compact space, ensuring the room is tidy will help keep everything organised and out of the way.