Shoot 12 - Work Diary

This shoot is considerably similar to the previous two shoots but has a slight variable. I attempted to illustrate the influence of Brian Smith but not in deep, emotional and serious way as before. This time I wanted to explore the positive and bright and warm approach in order to display a much happier mood/atmosphere. To do this I used a white background and used one softbox each side of the subject. However when doing this I encountered an issue which was my camera wasn't taking pictures. This was due to the change in levels of light through the introduction of a white background and another softbox. I then altered the settings on the softboxes and camera and was ready to shoot.  I feel that in order to improve this shoot I could of used more poses which could perhaps enhance the happiness of the subject. Also I could've shown a further influence of Brian if I still remained to use a black background and clothing and just increased the saturation of the face and used an affective facial expression and pose to create a similar outcome.

Lighting Diagram

In this photograph I have used colour in order to convey the theme of happiness.  The colours seen are much warmer and saturated than before but the colour scheme still looks clean and modernised. I changed the colour of the tie by selecting it with the lasso tool and change the colour balance, this is because before it was blue which I felt was cold and contradicted my intentions. There is much less shadows than my previous shoots as I have used two softboxes and a white background which come together to produce a much brighter and vibrant piece. I also applied the dodge tool to the teeth of the model to make them look whiter and therefore contribute to the brightness of the whole image. The colour is one of the main indicators, other than the facial expression, of the mood and emotion of the photograph.

This photograph contrasts with the above as it is colourless and in black and white. However this works perfectly with the denoted emotion. The black and white effect works very successfully in show the tone and form of the subject face as the great contrast highlights the shape of the face. The tonal piece enhances the emotion shown in the subjects face. He is looking down avoid eye contact looking away from the camera. This has connotations of depression and sadness and even stress due to his clothing, he could be stressed due to work or occupation. Also the fact that the camera is position slightly higher than the subject shows that it is looking down at him. Shadows and darkness have very negative connotations of death and depression and in this case work very well with the overall theme.

 

This was a computer experiment where I used an interesting technique to gain the shown outcome. I firstly selected the outline of the subject and then copy and pasted once onto two separate layers. I the changed the colour of each layer drastically to a red and another to and blue. After this I slightly misaligned the copied versions away from the original image and slightly reduced their opacity to make them look more muted. These misalignments can clearly be seen and provide a fuzzy misleading and confusing outcome and I feel that is has illustrates movement very well.

Shoot 11 - Work Diary

In this shoot I decided to use the same model as the previous shoot as I feel that he suits the role very well. This time I ensured that he is wearing a different attire, this time a grey check suit. This allows the subject to stand out from the background much more effectively than in the last shoot as before he was wearing dark grey and navy suits which caused him to some times blend into the background more than intended. This time I showed much more experimentation in terms of the framing and especially the poses and positions the model is in. I acquired several different poses to the subject to get more variation in my photographs and also allow them to look more aesthetically pleasing, showing glimpses of a fashion photoshoot similar to professional standard. In this shoot I was interested in introducing negative space to my photographs and capturing images in landscape orientation. It forms an interesting or artistically relevant shape and is a key element of artistic composition. I further experimented with the lighting from the last shoot, varying positioning and intensity and also attempted using and longer but thinner softbox which projected light on the whole body of the subject rather than in certain places. I introduced a different chair to allow for different poses and positions to be made.
Lighting Diagram

I feel that this photograph is one of my successful from my photoshoot due to several reasons. I feel that the negative space towards the left of the subject is very effective and makes the composition very artistic and thought through. Also it is slightly unusual as he is not placed in the centre of the frame but is still standing out and behind the focal point. This is due to the use of lighting which is placed to the right of the frame, projecting him from the background. I also used a reflector just in front of the subject which allowed for more of his face and body to be visible. The shadows are very effective in showing his form and seems to be merging into the black background. I also like the lines and crosshatch pattern on the suit which also imply a sense of texture. The black and white filter I used enhances the seriousness of the piece which compliments the subject's serious facial expression. I used a sharpener tool to enhance the detail in the eyes to allow them to stand out and intensify the eye contact. I also made a couple of final touches to remove any flaws on the subjects skin in order to gain a cleaner and immaculate aesthetic. 

These two images show my experimentation with a range of poses and positions in order to gain a sense of variety in my work. I placed the softbox to the right of the subject which causes the shadows on the left. The colour schemes which I have created here have been influence by Annie Leibovitz through using a similar coolness and temperature. In order to do this I introduced more blues and less saturation and warmth. I did this by using the selective colour tool in photoshop and changed the skin colours by adding more cyan rather than magenta. Also the colour of the suit has a tint of blue which contributes to the overall colour palette where even the colour of the eyes match the scheme. I also ensure that the highlights and neutrals where cooler. In both occasions the subject is facing slightly towards the right of the composition but still looking directly at the camera to keep the connections with the viewers. I feel that both poses are equally as effective as the left photograph provides a more strong and dominant feel as he is slightly hunched over looking confident a the camera. Whereas the right image he looks much flamboyant and elegant due to the placing of his hand next to his face, this provides a fashion industry aesthetic as I got inspiration from a photo of David Beckham in a Hugo Boss advertisement. The very stern and serious facial expression creates a very intense connection with the audience, enhancing the formality, similar to Brian Smith's work. Also in the right photograph I managed to alter and improve the composition by adding slight negative space to the left and right of the subject. I did this by adding blank spaces and filling them with the content awareness tool through copying other areas in the background and smoothing it out by using the paint tool. I got rid of any spots and marks on the model's face by using the blemish tool to smooth out his skin.

Progression:

In my next shoot I would like to once again use the same model but in a slightly different outfit, maybe in just a shirt and trousers in order to create a monochrome colour scheme. Here I will also experiment with using a lighter background and different camera settings to gain brighter more vibrant outcomes.

Shoot 10 - Work Diary

This shoot is considerably different to the previous locations shoots as I have adapted a completely different approach. In this shoot I am beginning to show influence of Brian Smith and Ram Shergill in my own work. The use of colour of no colour can effect the mood of the piece drastically and here I have attempted to enhance the seriousness and formality of the outcomes. In this photoshoot I photographed a male model in dark formal attire. In some cases the subject was lost in the dark background due to its similarity in colour so next time I am going to considered contrasting colours in order to allow the model to stand out. I experimented with studio lighting such as a soft box and also a red head light with a honeycomb grid attached to it in order to direct and concentrate the light on the subject. I used the camera setting F stop 11 and shutter speed of 1/125. Throughout the shoot I experimented with a range of positions and directions I could have the light coming from as well as trying different light intensities. This shoot is slightly bending towards the topic of fashion and how the colours are used in the fashion industry, particularly in regards to men and formal clothing.

Lighting Diagram

This is my favourite photograph from the shoot as it stands out from the rest and is considerably unique in comparison to the others. Here I have placed the subject in the centre of the composition on a stall with his hands in his pocket looking away from the camera. I placed the softbox to the right of the subject, pointing slightly down on him which also projects light onto the floor. The red head light is placed behind the subject facing him which provided a light outline of the subject which allows him to stand out from the black background. Also I have taken the photograph from a higher angle than usual in order to get part of the floor in which is very different to the rest of my images. However, originally there were many flaws and issues with the photograph such as worn areas on the stall and also many creases and marks in the floor and backdrop. Despite this, by using the content awareness and patch tools I was able to eliminate the flaws by replacing them with other cleaner smoother areas in the composition. When doing this the floor then became patchy and didn't look as effective, so I then used the paint tool, using different shades and tones in order to create a gradient from the floor to the black backdrop. This then provided a great sense of depth which is very successful. I then got rid of any blemish on the model's face and altered the colour balance and colour selection create a rather modern, cold colour scheme which works well with the formality of the poses, facial expression and clothing.

For this photograph I placed the subject and light source closer to the background which allowed for the background to be lighter than the subject's suit, allowing him to stand out. I felt it was necessary to do this as sometimes the dark colour of the subjects suit got lost within the black background and shadows. I then used a black and white effect which enhances the formal atmosphere and also the tones/form, complimenting the formal attire. The use of black and white and a suit implies a sense of class and authority. I like the shadows around the side of the face and hands/fingers which imply a sense of shape and structure. The contrast is less intense which allows for a much calmer mood, working well with the pose of the model being him preparing himself. For me I intended to imply the calm before the storm. The framing and use of black and white shows great relation to Brian Smith's work. I could've perhaps included slightly more contrast in order to allow for the subject to stand out more.

Progression:

In my next shoot I would like to use the same model but in a different colour suit, perhaps grey, to will allow him to stand out more from the background. I will experiment with more poses and maybe even props to allow the photos to look more professional.

Shoot 9 - work diary

For this shoot I went to a rural location with a model in order to habit a similar style to Steve McCurry's. The makeup and costume are very important in this shoot as they makes/contribute to the overall dirty atmosphere. I applied brown paint and mud to the subjects face and neck and also made his clothes dirty, which was prepared for the shoot in advance. This was effective as the mud dried on the subjects face and clothes which made it look realistic and make it seem as if he has been in the state he is for a while. For this shoot I used a prime lens on my camera which was fixed at 50m focal range. This allowed for a great sense of depth of field through the background being blurred and the camera focussing on the subject's face. I also used the camera settings F stop 2.8, ISO set to 100 and shutter speed at 1/125.

I feel like this is my most successful photo from the shoot. The colours are very effective as a overall scheme has been formed. By using the selective colour tool in photoshop I was able to alter certain colours and create a specific colour scheme. This is particularly evident through the blurred background where the foliage was a rather saturated green. I then muted and desaturated the greens and changed the browns which compliment the colour of subject. Also the white sky has allowed the subjects head to stand out from the background.

I feel that the makeup has introduced a sense of texture on the subjects face which I enhanced through using the sharpener tool on areas where paint and mud is applied. I also used this point on the eyes to allow them to stand out and be the focal point. The colour of the eyes stand out from the light skin colour and also matches the colour of his eyebrows and hair. Also I like the fact that the tungsten tint in the hair goes well with the colour of the background. The facial expression and use of the rural location allows the subject to look lost and the eye contact creates a very intense and emotional connection with the audience.

Although I believe that the colour filters works better than a black and white effect, I still feel that this photo is quite effective. This is due to the photo being taken at a higher angle than before looking down at the subject with the subject looking directly up at the camera. This is used similarly in McCurry's work and I feel that along with the desperate facial expression it makes the model looking seemingly vulnerable; positioning him at a lower level makes him appear less superior and weaker. The back and white filter adds more depth and tone which is particularly seen through the applied makeup and eyes; and also  changes the mood of the piece. It produces a very emotional piece which saddens the subjects expression.

Progression:

In my next shoot I will experiment with something which completely opposes this shoot and shows influence of my chosen photographer of Brian Smith. I will do a shoot of a model in a suit with dark backgrounds and low key lighting which will allow for contrast.

Shoot 8 - work diary

This shoot was solely focussing on showing the influence of Chuck Close by experimenting with using his technique. This is where the subject is placed on a black background with a bright light which mainly focusses on their face so only the he'd can be seen. Then a blurring  filter is applied which blurs all areas around the dye of the face, focussing on the main facial features. In this shoot I experimented with different lighting methods which produced the most similar outcome to Close. I used a main spotlight placed directly in front of subject from a high angle, and also attached a honeycomb to attempt to focus the light onto the subject. I found that it still allowed light to the rest of the body and wasn't as concentrated as I wished. I then attached a snoot to the light which worked very effectively. In photography, a snoot is a tube or similar object that fits over a studio light or portable flash and allows the photographer to control the direction and radius of the light beam. Snoots can isolate a subject when using a flash. They help by stopping "light spill", or when lighting falls in a larger footprint than intended. Then in photoshop I change the photo to black and white and even applying brown colours to gain a slight sepia effect. After this I used a new layer and applied a layer mask, following this I used a vignette blur and reduces the opacity to make it look more realistic and effective. Finally I sharped the main facial features to allow them to stand out.

Here, I have used the blurring technique and honeycomb lighting on a female subject in order to enhance her femininity. By using the honeycomb light grid it allowed for moderate light spill and very soft lighting which opposes the intensity create by using a snoot. The lighting I used is soft which compliments the blurring applied. A sense of mystery is produced due to the way in which the subject is merging from the black background and the eye contact with and facial expression made is very intense. The eyes stand out the most in the composition due to them being completely black with white marks of reflection. I enhanced tis contrast by using the sharpening tool on photoshop.

This is my favourite photograph from the shoot as I feel it shows the most resemblance to Chuck Close's work. This due to the fact that only the subject's head and neck can be seen, similarly to Close. I managed this by making him wear a black t shirt which caused him to blend in with the background. Also here I used a snoot which directed the light as his face, minimising any light spill. The subject is looking directly at the camera which creates a connection with the viewers. The blur has allied for the focal point to be the face and in particular the eyes which show the most contrast and detail. I enhanced the detail by using a sharpening tool specifically on the eyes nose and mouth and even some patches of the hair. 

Form is shown very well through the shadows and also provides a sense of shape and structure.

Progression: 

In my next shoot I will do a location shoot which will also show blurring but in a different way, I will attempt to show a great sense of depth of field by blurring the background.  I could also apply makeup to make the subject look dirty.

Shoot 7 - Aylia work diary

In this shoot I went on location with a model. The model I photographed was 5 years old and also is born in Bangladesh but has moved to England for a better standard of living. The fact that the model is originally from an Asian country allows me to explore ethnicity and religion in this shoot. This also allows me show a great influence from Steve McCurry's work as this is where the majority of his photography takes place. Allowing me to gain a similar outcome due to the model being having similar culture, ethnicity and overall look to his. In this I experimented how different colours can provide different feels and moods which correspond to the facial expression and body language. Also continued using the burn tool in similar ways to before.

In the two images above I have created two different moods through just altering the colours of the same photo. The left image is brighter and more vibrant than the right which makes it look more colourful. It looks more exposed and the colour scheme producers a rather peaceful mood. However the right image has a completely different effect. I have made the subject look less saturated with much more contrast and darkness. I also used the burn tool in order to make the boy look dirty and more vulnerable which corresponds to the serious emotional facial expression. The colour scheme is slightly more yellow which makes him look less colourful and therefore convey illness which is one of the connotations of yellow. The difference in the vest between the two images above can clearly be seen as in the left it is much darker and more visible, making the one on the left look over exposed. In order to do this I selected the vest by using the lasso tool and lowered the brightness and changed the colour to make it suit the whole colour scheme. I both cases I have darker the background in order to make the subject stand out which enhances the depth of field where the background is blurred. I have also sharped the eyes too also allow them to stand out and intensify the eye contact and they also contain great emotion.

In this photograph I have created a completely different mood to the previous images. Through the use of a smile facial expression and much warmer colour scheme I have been able to create a much happier and positive atmosphere. I have taken this image from a slightly different camera angle which is slightly above eye level. Once again there is great depth of field through the blurred background. The colours are much brighter and saturated where tones of browns and oranges can be seen, contributing to the warm colour pallet. Also I sharpened the the eyes and mouth in order to allow for these to be the focal point and maximise the influence of the facial expression. The reflection in the eyes also allow the eyes to stand out.

Progression

In my next shoot I will explore the technique of blurring in further depth and show depth of field very well. I will also do some shoots in the studio to experiment with Chuck Close's blurring technique.

Shoot 6 - Steve McCurry Shoot - Work Diary

In this shoot I decided to go on location instead of shooting in the studio.This allowed me to experiment with depth of field by blurring the background and focussing on the subject in the foreground. This shows a great link and influence of Steve McCurry's work due to the fact of my shoot being on locations, showing depth of field and also through the use of a sari for costume. I brought in a sari and got a model to wear the sari around her head and top half of her body. In doing so I was able to display the similar sense of culture and ethnicity to Steve's work. However, I wasn't able to photograph a more cultural/religious model which I originally wanted so I could in future shoots photograph this type of model. Despite this I feel that I have still remained to produce successful pieces which show a great influence to McCurry's work.

Here I intended to create a type of pastiche of McCurry's work. However my work is slightly different due to the ethnicity of the model and I feel that it provides a sense of mystery. Above, the left image depicts my original unedited photograph and next to it is my editing which illustrates the grate amount of editing which I applied to gain the final outcome. The costume of a sari provides a sense of culture due to their association with religion. I desaturated the background in order to allow the vibrant subject to stand out very effectively. I then selected the sari by using the lasso tool and altered the colour balance to change the colour of sari. I transformed the sari from a pale purple to a bright saturated blue/turquiose which is very similar to one of Steve McCurry's photographs. I feel that the fact that the model is placed slightly below eye level as the camera is looking down on her makes her look innocent and vulnerable. The eye contact made is considerably mysterious and I also slightly edited the colour of the eyes to match the colour of the sari in order to form a blue colour scheme. I then used the burn tool to make her to dirty and gritty and sharpened these areas to make it seem more realistic and less edited. This slightly difference is shown through the image below where the image looks more realistic and provides a sense of texture in the skin. I also changed the colour of the subject's lips in order yo make her look more natural and also altered the curves and levels of the piece in order to increase the amount of contrast.

Progression:

In my next shoot I will explore and experiment with Steve Mccurry's work further by doing a location portraiture shoot with a model of asian ethnicity.

Shoot 5 - Army shoot work diary

In this shoot I decided to explore the importance and effect of using costume and makeup in order to create a certain mood. Here I got a male, military aged model to wear two sets of army costumes which I had purchased. One of the outfits consisted of a smart attired with a blazer, shirt, tie and hat which were stereotypically worn in the official soldier portraits. The other costume was a camouflage overall with a bullet vest and a helmet. These costumes are very recognisable and make to identity of the subject very clear. In this shoot i experimented with different lighting techniques to see which suited the costumes best. I tried using brighting lighting with the smart costume as I tried to replicate the original portraits layout, colours and composition. However, I felt the most successful lighting was the much darker low key lighting which worked very well with the camouflage costume. This also worked very well with the makeup I applied to the subjects face which enhanced the dirty gritty feel. I also experimented with the intensity and positioning of the light source in order to gain different moods and themes. I also experienced a problem in this shoot as I applied makeup to the subjects face but forgot to apply it to the neck so therefore it didn't look very effective. However, by using the burn tool in photoshop I was able to eliminate this problem. Overall I felt that this shoot was very successful and felt that the colours used and makeup/tools/costume all come together in order to produce successful outcomes shown below. These can be considered to show elements of Steve McCurry's work due to the content and themes surrounding war.

Lighting Diagram

In this portrait photograph I used low key lighting in order to create harsh shadows towards the left side of the subject's face which contribute to the mood greatly. The light source is coming from the right side of the composition which causes shadows, which are very effective in showing the form of the face and neck. I like how the lighting has caused a reflection in the subjects eyes, allowing them to stand out. I sharpened the eyes of the model to allow them to stand out even further. Here I also applied makeup to the subject's which in attempt to make him look gritty and dirty and seem as if he has been in action, providing stereotypes associated with soldiers and the army. In photoshop I used the burn tool in order to contribute to the dirtiness of the neck and some areas on the face. I also sharpened some areas more than others in order to imply a sense of texture. I ensured that the colours of the photograph remained very dark with shadows and browns which contribute to the overall earthy mood. Also the black background furthers the darkness in the image which works well with the dark tones and shadows. The fact that the figure is looking away from the camera and is deep in thought provides the sense that he reflecting on his time in the war.

This photograph is from a different angle to the previous, this time I took the photo from a side on angle whilst being more zoomed out. I also made the subject where the helmet as well as the rest of the costume. By taking the photo in this way I was able to capture the country flag/badge on the arm of the model which I feel provides a sense of pride and identity. By using a black background and placing the lighting in front of where he is facing, the profile of the model's face is enhanced and the shadows form shows the structure and form. Once again through using the makeup and burn tool I was able to make to subject seem very dirty and made it seem as if he has been in action. Here I also applied the burn tool and also the paint tool on the costume of the subject to show continuity and also to continue the dirty theme. By sharpening areas, specifically on the cheek I was able to show the texture very well. This rough texture works very well in attempt to imply slight grazes and deterioration to the skin. The colours are once again very dark and gritty which I feel works very well with my intensions. I reduced the warmth slightly in order to gain a colder effect which can be related to war.

This photograph has been taken from a close up front on angle with the model looking directly at the camera. His facial expression appears to be straight but holds great emotion and seems very intense. Through the use of the low key lighting the majority of the left side of the face is covered with shadow. This implies a sense of mystery as it seems like he is hiding something, his past. The shadow is dominating the image and therefore resembles how his past is dominating his and still effective, demonstrating the effects of war. I sharpened the eyes again which allows them to stand out and make the eye contact more tense. I then decided to apply a black and white effect which effects the mood and feel of the piece very well. It causes for a very emotional piece to be made with the big contrast. I once again used a black background which contributes to the whole dark theme. This implies themes of sadness and even regret through the colours and facial expression used; illustrating the psychological effects of war. 

Progression:

In my next shoot I would like to continue with improving my editing skills in regards to making the model seem dirty and gritty. I could perhaps relate this to Steve McCurry's work in order to provide a sense of culture through the use of costume.

Shoot 4 - masculine and feminine lighting work diary

In this shoot I once again experimented with gel lighting but this time I explored how I can change the atmosphere of a photo due to the colours included and their connotations. In this shoot I used colours which are not stereotypically associated with the model and therefore creating very unique pieces which have very interesting effects. Here I used considerably masculine colours on the female subject and then feminine colours on the male model. I used the same setup as before which lighting gels either side of the subject and also used the technique where I directed one of the lights on the background in order to make it a specific colour. In this shoot  I attempted to create specific colour schemes where a certain colour is dominant and i feel that my outcomes are very successful as they fulfil my original aspirations.

Lighting Diagram 

For these images I used a black background and two gel lights plead slightly behind the model in order to allow her to stand out. I have been able to create a slight type of lens flair or mist which contributes to the overall colour scheme of blue. I have used two different tones of blue gels which are stereotypically masculine. This colour is one of trust, honesty and loyalty and seeks peace and tranquility above everything else, promoting both physical and mental relaxation. It reduces stress, creating a sense of calmness, relaxation. However here I feel that I have created a particular cold mood due to the brightness and shade of the blue. In order to continue the blue colour pallet I enhanced the colour of her eyes in order to make them stand out. The two edits above illustrate a difference which I explored in photoshop. In order to amplify the cold mood I changed the temperature of the piece in order to alter the colours and specifically the skin tones of the model. Making her appear much paler and less vibrant.

I feel that this photograph from my shoot is also very effective due to the overall feminine mood created. I achieved this by using pink gels. I directed one of the gel lights onto the background in order tog provide it with colour and then directed the other towards the subject from slightly behind. This light provides a sense of shape, from and structure as it defines the left side of the subject's face, particularly around the temple  cheek, jaw and neck. As identified before the colour pink is feminine and romantic, tender and intimate, thoughtful, sensitive and caring which is normally related to female personalities. This therefore illustrates a clash between the colour and the gender of the model which I feel is very unique and effective. Due to this, there is a deeper meaning to the photograph that originally doesn't become apparent. In fact this colour imply the sexuality of the subject through these of colour.

Progression:

Similarly to shoot 3 I would like to do a shoot where I can experiment with my editing techniques in order to improve my pictures significantly. I would like to be able to alter the appearance of the subject in order to make them look gritty and dirty rather than just apply makeup. I could perhaps do this with a male model in costume and create a particularly dark gloomy and gritty mood.

Shoot 3 - feminine gels work diary

This is another shoot where I experimented with gel lighting but this time I had a slightly different approach. Here I have investigated different ways in which I can enhance the femininity of the female figure. I has tried to create this effect through using different colour gels, poses and also backgrounds. In order to get a colour background I didn't just roll down a different colour backdrop, instead I used a white background and directed one of the back lights towards it. By placing a gel onto this light it allowed me to project any colour that I wanted into the background and I could also alter tyne brightness and shade of the background my changing the intensity off the light. I tried to use different colour gels such as light colours like pink, purple, yellow, peach and orange which projected a much more soft and feminine light.

Lighting Diagram 

In this image I included a pink background by placing pink gel on the back light and directed it towards the white backdrop. You can see where the light is coming from as the brightness of the red side of the background is much more intense. I could perhaps try to eliminate this in photoshop and decrees the brightness to make it seem that the background is a solid flat colour. I ensure that the subject was placed in the centre of the composition and looking directly at the camera pulling a serious facial expression to connect with the audience. In photoshop I enhanced the highlights and shadows in order to show the form, shape and structure of her face, highlighting her feminine features. I did this by creating a new layer where I lightened areas such as the nose, cheeks, eyes, eyelid and mouth and darkened areas such as the crease on the eyelid, around the nose, mouth and also around the jaw in order to add definition. After doing this, the areas which i have editing would be very bold and visible, so then I decrease the opacity of the layer in order to make the effect look more subtle. Ultimately creating a softer effect where the subject appears smooth and feminine.

In this photograph I have once again used a pink background in the same way as before because i feel that the colour pink is is feminine and romantic, tender and intimate, thoughtful, sensitive and caring. It tones down the physical passion of red replacing it with a gentle loving energy. In color psychology, pink is a sign of hope. It is a positive color inspiring warm and comforting feelings. I included a yellow gel light coming in form the left side of the composition. However when reviewing the image I felt that the yellow was to bright and harsh on the image to in photoshop I changed the hue and saturation to make it into a much more warm colour which compliments the overall colour scheme. I made sure that the front light intensity was quite low to reduce the contrast. Once again I had editing the skin of the subject where I altered the highlights and shadows on the facial features like I did previously but much more subtly this time. This time I also ensure that her cheeks looked slightly rosy through the use of the paint tool in photoshop and the decreasing the opacity to make it more subtle. This contributes to the femininity and beauty of the model as it makes her look warmer and also makes it seem as if she if wearing makeup. The made the model do a pose where she flicked her here and I took a picture during the process. By doing this a sense of movement is created through the lines of the hair all pointing in one direction. I enhanced the lines of the hair by sharpening these areas. I still ensured that the subject is making eye contact with the camera in order to allow for a connection with the audience to be made. Her facial expression appears peaceful and relaxed which enhances her beauty as she seems to be effortlessly an elegantly moving. The fact that she is placed in the centre of composition and that a vignette is used allows for the attention to be directed towards the subject, making her be the focal point as desired.

Progression:

In my next shoot i aim to once again experiment with gel lighting but this time I would like to explore masculine lighting with a female subject and also feminine lighting with a male model. This would allow me to see his much the lighting can change the mood and look of a photograph. Also In the near future I would like to experiment with my photoshop skills in order to make the models look gritty and dirty.