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[1 Jan 2011 | 291 views]

Wet cloth against wet skin creates a wonderful sensual image – truly sensual in that all the senses can be imagined. There is the sense of light of course,
but the texture in the cloth creates a sense of touch, the water creates a sense of coolness and also taste.

Lighting Diagram
Obviously the main concern is safety – mains-powered strobes and water do not mix. The strobes were positioned far enough away that if they fell they could not reach the water. They were also weighted down. They …

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DVD Training, Featured, Photography Tips »

[1 Jul 2010 | 1,154 views]
DVD: Learn Creative Glamour Photography

Running time: 130 minutes
Format: PAL Multi-Region
Nine different shoots to inspire you to create images with a difference, aimed at the art side of glamour photography you’ll learn how to use simple setups and a little clever thinking to make outstanding and unique glamour images.
Three gorgeous models, nine different shoots, a full guide to studio lighting equipment and more ideas than you can shake a stick at.
You will understand how the photographer has worked with lighting and how you can adapt that lighting to your own setup, including simple camera flash …

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Critiques, Photography Tips, Workshops »

[25 Oct 2009 | 110 views]


There are two things that really bug me about this image, firstly the curve of the bench is cropped on the right – should crop the left two I think.  Secondly it looks like Cat’s only got one foot.  There is an image there, crop just below the bum and tight around Cat and really boost the contrast (or the shadows at least).
 
Nice, one of those lovely figure studies that works well in colour or black and white – though it’s pretty much monochrome anyway.  I’d like to just crop …

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Critiques, Photography Tips, Technique, Workshops »

[24 Oct 2009 | 451 views]

After every workshop, whether through the Royal Photographic Society (RPS) or privately, attendees are invited to submit images based on the workshop for further comment.   I always hope to provide information suitable for the individual and for others readers.   If you are interested in attending any future workshops, please contact me sqw @ FilmPhotoAcademy.com
 

Because the lightbox setup we had produces a lot of light from below you have to be careful how it lights the face.   I’m not unhappy with the light here, just something to be aware of.  
What bugs me …

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