For this blog post, I photographed some models in the studio again. This time instead of focusing on the chiaroscuro technique I wanted to experiment more creatively with the lighting.  I used different backdrops, reflectors and experimented with different techniques like fanning the model in order to get their hair to below back.

My aim for this photoshoot was to get some more creative and artistic pictures.

Below is a mood board of some creative portraits that inspired my photo shoot:

Mood board

Contact sheets

Best outcomes

Analysing

Technical

For this image my camera shutter speed was 1/160 seconds, and the ISO was set on 400. These two camera settings helped me to get the image perfectly exposed. In this image, I used one spot light which was placed on the right side of the model. I then asked her to slightly turn her face towards the light in order to get the shadowed side of her face in the picture.

Visual

I think this image is very successful. The model is centred in the frame so that there is no unnecessary background showing in the image. Because I wanted to capture the shadowing in her face, I used a black backdrop so that the shadowing would blend into the background. I also really like hoe the front of her face is lit up, and how her eyes are shining due to the spotlight.