Hello everyone! Let's kick things off with the first part of my photoshoot with my model who bears a striking resemblance to Jason Statham, the renowned Hollywood action star.
By pure chance, we found ourselves outside the city, capturing some stunning portraits. The model was sporting a pair of iconic Ray-Bans, and with the sun shining through a slightly overcast sky, the clouds acted like a giant softbox, casting a beautiful light on his face. It was crucial to wear sunglasses since we were shooting directly into the sun, protecting my model's eyes from the harsh glare.
My favorite shot is the one where I captured him straight-on, wearing a hoodie. It's the perfect image to kick off this blog. The contrast is striking, especially when converted to black and white. It gives the photo a raw and charismatic feel. Although, if we'd bleached his hair completely, creating a stark contrast around his head, the overall look would have been even more dramatic. Of course, this would require the model's approval. We experimented with various angles, including profiles and three-quarter shots, and used different backgrounds.
One key aspect of portrait photography is choosing a clean background. The placement of the horizon line in the background is also crucial. Where do you think the horizon should be positioned in the frame? I suggested my model wear his overcoat over his hoodie, as it would add volume to the portrait.
I believe that photographing men is more challenging than photographing female models. Women often possess inherent physical attributes that can be visually captivating, making them more straightforward to photograph in terms of composition, lighting, and other elements
It's important to remember to identify our models' weaknesses and work to minimize them in our photography, from lens choice to framing. By doing so, we can shift the focus to their strengths.
It was a fantastic day shooting outdoors and enjoying the fresh air. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Cheers!"
Photography By @farideh.shahedi
Camera sony a7 iv lens 85 f 1.4 sigmaArt
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