Lighting Test and Posing
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Peter has a commercial job coming up and wanted to quickly test out of the lighting with Bec to get is as close as he could to save time. As they are shooting, they both share some views on posing.
Model: Bec
Instagram: @becpaws
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Lighting: Broncolor with Octabox, Profoto D2 with Translucent umbrella
Camera model: Hasselblad H6D-50c
Lens used: 80mm
Shutter-speed: 1/160
Aperture: f/8
Iso: 100
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I've been complimented on my direction by models and other photographers during workshops / groups etc. My secret. Watching these RUclips videos. So Thank you guys for being a great influences and teachers. Keep up the great work guys.
Thank you so much
It‘s always a pleasure to watch your videos, to see you work together and to listen to your thougths. And Bec … she‘s perfectly wonderful.
Thank you so much!
no woman is perfectly wunderful, but bec is near 🤣🤣
I don't care how many times I watch one of your sessions, either with Bec or someone else. I always come away with something good. It might be a small nugget or something that really helps me understand the process more, which helps me become a better photographer. I know I speak for a lot of photographers when I say "Thank You and Bec for taking the time to let us watch the process and adapt it to our styles".
Thanks so much, happy to help and glad you enjoyed it
💯🎯 +1 🙋🏻♀️ on this comment!! grateful for your time, explanations, everything!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
always amazing to see how Peter works with models and coaches them through a shoot! Loved hearing Bec's perspective too on how messages are received on that side of the camera.
Thank you
Thank you both for your time and thoughts. Hearing the words, and having Bec put them into "action" was quite magical.
Thanks for watching
On RUclips, I see other photographers say to their models, "Hold it," or "Don't move" and the first thing I think about is you and Bec. You are such a good teacher. Thank you.
Thanks heaps
Excellent conversation by two people who know what they are talking about.
Thank you
Love the videos and the laid-back interaction between you and Bec. You mentioned in this video the issues with using music on RUclips. It would be interesting to see Bec modelling to music and hear how it changes the mood or similar for her during a shoot. Would it be possible to do a RUclips video with Bec wearing an ear bud. Her hair could hide it, and she could rock to her music while you shoot. I thought it might be an interesting concept.
yes we could try
It is fun to watch the 2 of you work together. Part of the fun is how Peter interacts with the models.
Thanks
I am so happy I found this channel a few months ago! I’ve always focused on the “norm” and how others would judge me. I’ve always felt so bottled up with my creativity until now. Thank you Peter and Bec for getting me there!
You are so welcome!
On Sunday I did my first session with several subjects, albeit in a work setting for 'just nice' portraits and some headshots for Slack etc. Still, I have you two to thank for my directing and storytelling without micromanaging every face, gesture and pose.
Going in I knew I can put people at ease but I am not yet great at creating a fun, casual, genuinely smile-inducing atmosphere. At least you gave me the confidence to try and all the stress evaporated after the first set, and all the smiles and laughs followed naturally. Thank you and it will only get better from here.
Awesome :) happy to have helped
Good lord, Bec in open shirt like that is a great start to any video; Peter as always sharing so much knowledge and wisdom. Wonderful duo every time
Glad you enjoyed it
well golly! Bec looks sizzle, sizzle...very gentle! so beautiful! she's just so fluid in her posing! very encouraging in the creativity space! psychology of the pose...wonderful session! cool stuff...
thanks so much ya'll this has been super duper!! thanks again..
Thank you so much!
I think the points dscussed were all valid. Successful studio photography using a model is quite a difficult task, as anyone could put an attractive and experiened model in front of a camera and come up with a few passable shots, even myself who am not in this game. This becomes more evident in true commercial fashion photography when the alliance of the photographer and model has to be able to sell the product.
Thank you glad it was helpful
I like all the concepts and your comments on how to interact with a model. That is what I learn the most from your videos.
Awesome, thank you!
Your working relationship is a real pleasure to watch. Enjoying your mood development concepts. Looking great...
Thanks
beautiful model = cool photos! but only with genius photographer! thank you for video!!!
Glad you like them
I love the idea of having the model narrate her own story - never, ever thought of that!
That was a really interesting video. I have mostly been doing product photography but I would like to work with people but I don’t like being told or telling people what to do, so getting them to create their own story and guiding them is a fantastic way to create the image. Thanks for this
Glad it was helpful!
Who does like sand when you're working? The camera loves Bec.
An Aussie who doesn't like the beach!!!
Great video, loved being able to hear Becs add her input from the model's perspective.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolute master Peter, as always, the way you direct your models is amazing. the other thing amazing here is Bec, she is just the perfect match for your style and technique, I've learned so much watching you both, thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge.
Wow, thank you!
I always learn something new when you two are talking. This particular video is fantastic. I am constantly looking for something new from my muse. This conversation is a valuable in so many ways. You two are a great team. Thank you for your insight Pete and, as always, Bec you look amazing
Thanks so much, glad it was helpful!
Great Stuff as always. I agree with 100% what you said. Posing in small changes are HUGE. Posing comes from the whole body... even though it is just a headshot.
Absolutely!
Thank you Peter and Bec for sharing your experience,is very useful and fun. Looking forward for a lot more…
Glad you enjoyed it
So here am I, totally engrossed in the philosophy of human interaction, as is being defined by the symbiotic relationship between model and photographer and around 9 min 30 sec I am bombarded with an advertisement trying to sell me piano lessons. They really don't understand these business people do they ? They think creativity is something you find on the moon . I will return to this video again at some point, because the discussion you were having was well worth the time I spent on it. Regards Jake E.
Sorry about the advert, but we need them to pay for our time, thanks for the visit
Peter, I know , I was not criticising you or anyone you work with. I wrote a much longer reply to your reply explaining how much your videos helped me during a certain time, and how much I appreciate them . But it is not here . Someone did not like my criticising certain people with a lot more power than they should have. I hope you can understand this, I'm really tired of being treated like a naughty child by these censorship people. Best wishes to you and all your great people. ❤ Have a heart to make up for it. Best wishes Jake E.
Hi Jake, have no idea what happened. We can only see your two comments and we didn't take any offence by your first comment, we wish we didn't have to put ads up ourselves, sometimes RUclips does stupid things❤️
Peter , I know, I can't stand the fact some stupid algorithm has the right to deny me free speech on a serious topic . Your lovely Ana summed it up in the chat you did with her . She said,... every day there were more effing rules that they made up for us all to follow... during that certain time . I lost a good friend during those years , more than one in fact, and I appreciate your videos more than I can say , they helped to keep me sane. Best wishes Jake E. ❤
Great video, nice surprise.
Thanks for the modeling link.
She is quite good and also very relaxed.
Thanks for sharing 🎉
Our pleasure!
Exactly like Bec said at the end. Cool Cool .One of the first posing tips I learned as to setup pose staring from the feet/shoes and work up to the face/head/eyes. Even if the shot was only head/bust level only. The way the model stands affects the way the face looks. That is why I always want models to wear High Heel shoes even if they are not in the shot. I've had barefoot models stand on toes to improve the pose. High Heel shoes force the model to have a certain look/feel/expression ... Also I try to always crop in camera, sometimes add a tiny bit extra to allow minor crop in Post.
Once again a great educational video, certainly went up a level when you right knee came up Bec. 😊
Thank you! 😃
@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer. Peter, thank you so much for the insights you deliver. After watching your vids I’m slowly getting a feel for your technique and your technique is quite frankly inspiring. Please more and a thank you to Bec note… Bec not so much wine, your young beautiful and wine erodes the magic of your look. In closing a huge vote of thanks for your documenting your partnership.
Like 68 here! Love this videos and have incorporated Peter's advice in to my work. I'm talking about being an eye photographer and getting the best out of people. I used ti think that some type of posed photography led to good photos until I put Peter's ideas in to my work and started to look for that 3rd person that is in a photo. No more posed prefabricated shots.... Now am just looking for that look and feel. By the way I was when I was 19 almost an Australian, but my aunt died, which was my sponsor, all the paper work and green light from the counsel was given, she died together with my chance of being in Aus.
sorry to hear that but you can still come and enjoy Australia
A camera stand and medium format camera, with a beautiful model that reminds me of beautiful actor Jodi Lyn O'Keefe. Great content, Peter!
Thanks so much
i like when the model is mic-ed. fun to follow the communication between model and photographer. It just works well
Thank you, we will do it more often
Fantastic video as always, joy to watch and learn. Love that fine line between nudity and not, so much more exciting than a full out nude picture. And you two have it down to perfection! 💫
Thanks heaps
This is all super informative. Lots of great things in here.
Glad it was helpful!
great camera and (nearly as) great outfit.
but of course the hassi is the superstar in your videos, i fell in love
"I don't like sand" - Bec Skywalker
this was a great video. I wish more people would pay attention to the model and posing. Bec's insight to her mood for posing was very good.
Glad you enjoyed it!
As always, great video that became some sort of podcast. Thanks for the knowledge you share.
Cheers from Bashkortostan
Thanks for listening
Thank you Peter and Bec ,Nice tips from Bec today ,peace
Thanks
No worries Love the lighting set up ,just have to shrink it down with the space I have
Peter
Bec is so beautiful 😍.
OMG.
-Cliff
"I Dont Like Sand" Bec is Anakin Skywalker.
Hello both, You are so right about imaging models to posting for portraits. I love working with an experience model than just try to pose someone who just sites or stands like a bag of spuds. (you will know what I mean)
I❤the bunny head!
Lol thanks :)
You are a skilled teaching photographer!
Well done, Sir!
Thank you very much
very cool video! Love Becs attitude with the thumbs up :D when talking about a strong pose but the photographer only wants a headshot. Im looking forward to meet you two this year on the europe workshop
Thanks see you in Europe
Such great advice! I’ve noticed every time I give a direction I need to burn a few shots for the model to get back into her head. Thanks guys!
Thanks for watching
Great, I love these videos when you are talking about posing for those shots. See the model as a person, not an object. 👁👁
Absolutely thanks so much
Great lessons in this video, LOVED it 😃 Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great insights into models thinking 🎉❤
Glad you enjoyed it
Great Video!!
Thanks!
Lovely images & work ❤
Thank you! Cheers!
Spectacular
Thank you
It's always impressive, Bec, your ability to transform your look from photographer/video producer to model. That's even before the shoot begins. Are models responsible for the makeup side of things when they come to Peter, or is that Peter, or is there another expert in the studio too who deals with that?
Most of the time the model does her own makeup
Ciao, Peter. Ciao, Bec. Un saluto dall' italia.
👍ALWAYS AMAZING WORK👍
Thank you so much 😀
Call a spade a spade lol. By the way, Bec in the open shirt is a great look for the Only Farts. Or was it Only Furs. Thanks, guys. ❤️🙏
Lol thanks heaps
Thank you so much Peter, Thank you so much Bec, Very helpful and informative, added a lot to my photography knowledge! Good luck!
You're very welcome
I liked how the dark clothing looked. More contrast against her skin, which makes her sking just better. Her shape is a lot more visible with dark clothing
Lovely video. Always love these tips about posing and how to get the model into the "zone". I am very curious to learn about the large portrait on the wall. It is a beautiful portrait; not sure if Peter has already shared the back story or recreated the shoot. I would love to see that... come to youtube.
Thank you. The photo is just of a model I used to work with taken in 2007, she never had much attitude when she came into the studio so I worked her to get a shot with attitude.
I love how that tranlsates across industries as well. Poeople should trust the professionals a bit more, right!!!
Yes
Fantastic as usual .. so good to watch and listen to your thoughts on posing.
Thank you kindly!
Many thanks for this new BTS; posing, color and contrast has been my focus, you will see them expanded, below.
@B: Many thanks for your acute vertical poses. If one day you have spare time, please put sensors if your body (e.g. joints) and capture your movements and poses; then use a square and bevel to play with the points that have been captured; you will probably discover a new dimension of yourself.
@B: I have always wondered why a Model needs to move all the body if only the face had to be captures, many thanks for the explanation.
@B: Could you please tell us examples of moods that can help a Model to build histories? Also, could you please give us examples of histories that Models build in their mind in a photo session?
@P: There is something that I still have in my mind from the previous podcast, when you said that camera lenses have a physical limitation, and the rest is provided by software (in-built in the camera). In this session, it is so different how the photo camera is capturing the face compared with the way the video camera does it. I prefer how the video camera captures the contrasts in the face. From my point of view, the photo camera, in BW, completely neutralizes the expression of the face, the contrast that is provided by the black eyes and the red limps disappear. I think that the BW images of the photo camera is not what the Model is projecting. I would like to know from your point of view, the reason: 1) color vs bw, or 2) video vs photo, or 3) staring/no-staring at the camera. Would you agree with me that each of them (video-color vs photo-bw) provides a completely different perspective of the Model and they send different messages to the viewer? Would you agree with me that the video-color provides more incisive signals to the viewer?
@P: Why would you cut the feet? Each of them defines its own silhouettes, from the heel to the fingers. By cutting the feet you would reduce richness in silhouettes and shapes.
YES
Thanks
wait a minute. Bec doesnt like being in nature or on sand (which is basically fine ground dirt) yet will spend a weekend in a mud hole at a festival? wha?!! great lighting set up. thanks for the vid
Good point! thanks for watching
Bec is beautiful girl and amazing model.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
..."i want something strong...oh no no it's just an head shot!"...LOL!
😂 All modeling photographers need three things; talent, a good gear & lights, and a Bec❤
Right?!
O živjo. Polepšali ste mi deževen dan. Uživam.
Thank you
Any youtube tips for other photographers, specifically you seem to have great success producing photographic technique videos (we are eternally grateful), but many other youtubers report that YT works against them when they do the same which to their/viewers' dismay causes them to produce gear focused videos to get more YT promotion. Best to you and Bec et al!
Thanks yes more to come
Nice video, as usual form you two. At your camera settings, ambient light has no effect?
Thanks, maybe only 5% on the blacks
Peter you are a master thanks for teaching us. I learn something new every time I watch your video.
You are very welcome
Stunning!! I learned a lot just from this conversation.
Glad it was helpful!
She is a beauty in her own right, she is not a 'dummy'. Quite the woman.
I meant she was being the dummy as in being a mannequin for my lighting test
@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer I understood that.
conversation is quite interesting
It would be nice doing something away from modeling photography, not just outside of the studio but away from a fashion modeling 'posed' look. Like black & white, medium format with a grainy high contrast film stock, candid street photographs with Bec, having her amongst a slightly blurred hustling impersonal busy crowd going about their business while they not seem to notice Bec who is in focus and is standing out against the crowd not just by being the one in focus but because she seems out of phase with her environment, but not necessarily or particularly out of place as in alien to the environment, only in that its a moment out of phase, or between frames, and its revealing a similar 'out of phase' emotional state in Bec where its a space where she is longing to connect with but can never find it because its 'between the moments or 'frames' of awareness'.
I think that would be neat, if any of that makes any sense at all...
Yes it would be cool but that is not my style
Have you ever had any experience with Voigtlander lenses on the Microfourthirds mount or Nikon Z mount?
P.s. Bec is the best Muse of all time.
no I have never used a Nikon Z
Lo máximo
Thank you
Dynamic Duo 📸
Thanks
I see a lot of photogs always shooting horizontally, but cropping the photos vertical. Why is that? Thanks for sharing.
Shooting horizontally gives you the option for a two page, spread or crop for a one page spread
Bec: the mental story thing, how would you adapt if a photographer has a whole scene that they want to composite elements together in to, with the studio pose just being one element? Can you suggest how the 'tog would best explain the whole of the composition to get the right facial expression.
If I have an idea of the whole scene beforehand, I can come prepared and know what the final image will look like which will help me get in the mindset :)
- Bec
From a shoot with Bec, please tell me how many frames you will keep (save)?
about 60%
@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer Thank you very much!
lighting set up was nice
Thanks
5:51 And I dont like sand. It's coarse and rough and irritating and it gets everywhere.
It’s funny to see such beautiful delicate toes being shot beautifully whilst behind the photographer are Bec’s enormous, old crumpled Adidas hightop trainers 😂😂
That "Pretty, pretty, pretty" or "Cool, cool, cool," mantra of yours seems like it might get annoying, but I guess it does the trick and provides essential reinforcement to the model?
Yes all the models I work with have said its a positive reinforcement and a word like cool is fairly neutral
thank you. With your permission I've already started using it. Whatever it takes to make the model feel comfortable and emote.@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer
Peters T-shirt😂😂😂
Bec is always cute. She's one of those women who will be cute into her 60's. Bec, if you don't like sand, why do you go to music festivals in deserts?
Thank you :) I wear boots at festivals, never walk around barefoot
- Bec
🤔 Is that a Bunny Costume on the chair?
Yes
should change the angle of view to hide the leg tattoo
If we changed the angle you would see her other leg tattoo
Funny enough, I've never seen a bad picture of Taylor Swift.
Good video. But that's bullshit about "...listening to a song you've never heard before is not going to give you any emotion". There is stacks of good, emotive, royalty-free music that will grab you the first time. Explore.
well all the models I work with want music they know, so it's not bullshit
=)
00:39 - Wow. The emergency exit is BLOCKED and LOCKED with a padlock.
Are you out of your mind?
This exit is not in use anymore
@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer In which case you should remove the signs to avoid confusion. Regulations from the Fire Dept. Peter ;-)
Fire department does inspections on our place twice a year, the fire department says we cannot remove these signs, the fire department said that this door is not all legitimate fire escape, the fire department says, because we're big open area with five exits, we abide by the Victorian law, thanks for your concerns.
@@PeterCoulsonPhotographer Our fire dept. would fine you for a large sum if you would have signs that say EMERGENCY EXIT, leading to a locked door. Your laws need upgrading, I think.
Your fire Dept rules are not in Victoria Australia
Somehow, you need to capture her in transition, THATS where you'll be amazed,. Her real person is there. I'd like to suggest that the still shutter in 2024 is masking you from the humanity you seek. OK, you can still do the familiar exercise of moment-to-moment. 4K at 120fps or faster with 10 or 12-bit color might show you what you've been missing. . . . and it's printable. But most importantly, you'll be availed of that which really makes you two work. That is, your insightful communication. She is already trained to the moment. But she's much more than that. What you presently do is edit with the shutter. As you know, our world of photography is changing faster than we can keep up with. Perhaps, "HABIT" keeps us from discovery.
Might I suggest you try to stop trying to capture and focus on creating? Go ahead, and set the light environment to play in. but once you like it, once that sandbox works with the rest of it, and you've decided on the camera's lens' influence, then hit "go" with a motion capture camera and step away from that damned thing. At that point, you can direct, influence, and cajole without the limitations of the halted periods in your sentences.
You guys get the moment's cadence out of the way. Go without the shutter cues and see what might happen. Of course, In post, there will be many more images than you can comprehend. Yes, it's a different way to mine the gold, but I promise you that some unexpected images will blast you in the face. I promise you that you'll come into a much more dynamic creative environment.
I'm just some still photographer of 50+ years. I offer you these ideas for working at no charge, whatsoever. You and your muse seem worthy of my gift in experimentation. I wish you wonderment.
Sorry that's not for me, I'm a photographer
„bec is a dummy“ - peter coulson
*cool cool without any emotion in voice* - Peter pimp
Awesome legs! )
The rest of her, too.
How many times .. keep saying Like. Jeez.
like 😁
'Promo SM' 💘