Sep
02

10 things to expect on your first boudoir photoshoot?

So in a burst of confidence you have signed up for your first boudoir shoot but now you wonder what you let yourself in for. Well, it can turn out to be a fun and confidence boosting experience. We provide you a brief list of what to expect so you relax on the day:

1. Feeling nervous or anxious is perfectly normal.
2. A warm and welcoming team will be present.
3. You don’t have to be nude.
4. You can reveal as much or as little as you like.
5. A make-up person will be present.
6. You can wear what you want and can try and test outfits
7. If you are worried about posing then the photographer will be only to glad to give directions.
8. You don’t have to be super groomed just the normal neat and tidy level.
9. Being relaxed and confidence makes you beautiful.
10. Bring extra sets of everything – make up and clothes

Dec
11

Skills Needed to Become a Model

There is much more to a model than some people suggest, and if you’re thinking of becoming a model there are certain skills you should seek to acquire.

Fitness is important, and photo shoots can actually be rather tiring. You may have to be full of energy, changing your pose and position every few seconds and it can actually be a bit like working out in the gym.

You should know what photographers are looking for, and this can make you more photogenic, meaning you don’t’ look awkward or uncomfortable in a shoot. Financial knowledge is just as important and if you’re freelance you will have to arrange your own tax and expenditure. You should always be thinking about return on investment, especially in the start of your career. Photographers may want to rip you off for basic photographs, but if you look around you may find a newly trained photographer out there capable of taking fantastic photos.

Networking is really important and to open up as many doors as possible you should always be keen on meeting new people in the industry, perhaps leaving them with a positive aspect to remember you by. Remember to let your personality shine through. If you can take any of these pieces of advice on board then you’re likely to be a well-equipped mode.

Nov
01

Becoming a Fashion Photographer

Fashion photography is an art, and not only does it require passion, it requires a great deal of experience and photographic ability. There are key aspects you need to take into consideration to become a fashion photographer.

The process of a fashion photographer can be quite time consuming, and it involves a lot of solo work, especially for those who are just starting out.  First you must research your ideas, and think carefully about the project you want to work on. Then it’s a case of finding your models, and some will model for free because they too may want to build a portfolio.

Styling should be correct in fashion photography. It must fit in with your original ideas and be suitable for the model. Cheap hair and makeup stylists can be found at local colleges’ pr you can hire more professional stylists.

The shoot itself is obviously important, and hair and makeup should be sorted just before the model arrives. Then when the equipment is setup and it is time to shoot, you have to create energy; otherwise it will not show in your photographs.

Today the photograph itself is only half the job done, post editing is a must, and photographic manipulation courses can be relatively easy to find locally if you need to brush up on your skills.

Oct
30

Starting a Photography Blog

When it comes to photography, people want to share their photographs with others, not just to their friends but also to many people across the world.

A blog can be the ideal place to share your photographs, not just because you can reach a wide audience, but because you can begin to build an identity, and a style which could turn your photography into a business. Photography blogs can be useful because they can allow you to build a gallery, and write comments with your photographs.

You can explain what your thoughts were when you were taking the image, and give a little more insight, while engaging with various people. Blogs can lead your visitors to other destinations, such as your social media sites or your own website, and this is especially usefully if you’re thinking about making your photography hobby a business.

Photographs should be shared, and allowing for comments can actually improve your photographs. You can take on other people’s advice and see your photographic portfolio gradually improve over time. If you have not started a photography blog it may be time to think about it, it could take help you develop as a photographer.

 

Jan
24

Welcome to Gotcha Fashion and Celebrity Gossip Blog

Welcome to our brand new blog. Keep an eye out for the latest updates for Celebrity Gossip and Fashion trends. In addition to blogging about Celebs and Fashion we will also be posting updates about Photography. So keep checking back for updates 🙂