Photoshoot 2

Second photoshoot for AD137 – Photography and styling

This photoshoot was based and inspired around the idea of the ‘Alter Ego’. I looked into different individuals for ideas on how to portray the idea through a series of photos, looking at fashion from people like, Lady Gaga and Prince. Both Maria and i wanted to create extravagant outfits with a bold statement piece for each one.

We did not indent to do the photoshoot in black one white as the outfits we picked were bright and full of colour,  however after editing them as using a setting on the camera we decided they look of a more higher quality as gave a vintage edge to them. Carrying out the photoshoot on sight instead of in a studio as it gives a better finish to each picture due to the location not being fake, gives it depth.

In my opinion some outfits worked better on camera then others. I liked the effect of the mirror and the reflection in a photo, so we used this to our advantage and used it throughout most of the pictures. We had to work with the lighting and spacing available within the store so we learnt and updated out ideas to fit. I think the black and white worked with this due to the shadows and depth it gave each photo.

 

Work shop – Styling

STYLING WORK SHOP

This work shop for styling has been my favourite one so far. Creating concept boards beforehand for inspiration i decided to choose the theme/story of uni sex or gender neutral fashion. I looked into collections from Tom Ford within the 90’s time period when he worked with Gucci and then a collection from Phoebe Philo when working with Celine. These collections gave me the idea to work more towards unisex fashion as they were based around tailored fashion, suits and classic clean cut looks both working with traditional colours.

Concept board  Tom Ford for Gucci (left) Phoebe Philo for Celine (right)
Concept board
Tom Ford for Gucci (left)
Phoebe Philo for Celine (right)

Before the work shop i created an edit of clothes that i wanted to work with. Mainly black, grey or white to stick with the gender neutral theme but to also add my own style to it. I used the work shop time to practice angels, lighting and outfit ideas for my final ideas, using the time wisely to see what worked best for what i am trying to achieve. I want a professional look, with classy and strong images.

Outfit 1
Outfit 1
Outfit 1
Outfit 1
Outfit 2
Outfit 2

These are a few of my test shots. Working with different frames, angles and outfits. I now have a better understanding of how i can make then look better within a studio to get the final finish i want. I also now know what colours i want to work with and be able to put together some more intricate outfits that stand out more for the final shoot.