Chicago Headshot Photographer: Model Kelsey S
I was recently inspired by several youtube videos showcasing multiple photographer and their work. The clips sparked a desire deep within me to try out several new techniques and before I knew it, I had 9 lighting set-ups diagrammed. Here are some of the results.
Chicago B&W Fashion Photography: Royce & Unique
I recently purchases a metallic lined Profoto Magnum Reflector which creates harsh shadows and brilliant highlights. For its debut shoot I decided to go with monochromatic styling against a white wall to create contrast in addition to the contrast created by the reflector.
Chicago Headshot & Fashion Photography: Brooke T
As a photographer, you can come up with as many ideas and lighting concepts as you want, but they will all fall short unless you have a good model. Brooke T is not just a good model, she is stunning.
Headshots: Cosette Tomita’s Compcard
I am always searching for new ways to light my subjects, and with every shoot, I seek to perfect my technique. Recently I started using a Westcott ‘7 Parabolic Umbrella. After a few test shoots, I rolled out the umbrella for this headshot with teen female model Cosette Tomita. Using a giant softbox overhead to give Cosette’s hair a little kick and some overhead fill, I had the model strike several different poses, including this jumping shot below.
Editorial Portrait: Federal Judge Posner
Judge who shelved Apple trial says patent system out of sync. The U.S. judge who tossed out one of the biggest court cases in Apple Inc’s (AAPL) smartphone technology battle is questioning whether patents should cover software or most other industries at all.