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 Susan Wilkins  member since: 6/3/2006 |
Studio On-Site Background Choice I have agreed to shoot portraits at a hospital event for new mothers and their babies (0-12 months). I have white, taupe and black canvas backgrounds and red, blue, and white paper background. Does anyone have a suggestion for best background choice? Second question is for posing: Is there a quick sure-fire pose that would work well for moms and infants? I am taking studio lights - probably 2 rather than 3. Thanks! 10/19/2009 6:27:44 AM |
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John H. Siskin
John-Siskin.com John's Photo Courses: 4-Week Short Course: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting 4-Week Short Course: Getting Started in Commercial Photography 4-Week Short Course: Portrait Photography Lighting on Location and in the Studio |
Hi Susan, I like a mottled gray and then I can use a light on the gray to change the color or density. Given your choices, I would go with the taupe. I would also take the extra light - not only is it good for the background, it is just good to have back-up. You might want to look at this article on backgrounds: www.betterphoto.com/article.asp?id=176. In terms of posing: mother holding infant to chest is a classic. Used in Western art since there was Western art. Good luck! 10/19/2009 5:47:09 PM |
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Susan Wilkins member since: 6/3/2006 |
Thanks for the info. I had narrowed down my choice to either white or taupe. Taupe is good. It really isn't any trouble to take 3 lights so I'll do that, also. This first event is expected to be small but will build as the plan to have one every quarter with approx 1600 women/babies invited. I'm sure I'll learn on a few and hope to be successful enough to be invited to each program. I am also allowed a vendor table free of charge. Thanks again! 10/20/2009 11:24:25 AM |
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John H. Siskin
John-Siskin.com John's Photo Courses: 4-Week Short Course: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting 4-Week Short Course: Getting Started in Commercial Photography 4-Week Short Course: Portrait Photography Lighting on Location and in the Studio |
Hi Susan, Sounds like a great opportunity. Good Luck! John Siskin 10/20/2009 12:16:14 PM |
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