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09/01/2006 04:09:52 PM · #1 |
I keep getting these gigs...More portraits this weekend and now...
I'm taking pictures of 2 Mustangs ( a '66 and an '05 GT) using the city as the backdrop and some with the mountains. I'm scoping out locations this weekend (in addition to studio setup) but I need to know is what's the most effective way. Both "artsy" and standard ways of doing it.
I'm using my d70s and you can see my lens selection in my profile. Or would you rent something else?
I know what I think I'd do but I don't want to be trying things out while doing the shoot. The prime light is only around for a couple hours. So, whatever anyone can suggest I can try out this weekend.
TIA...
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09/01/2006 04:30:47 PM · #2 |
I suggest taking a picture in an empty parking lot downtown, or near a lot of lights. Even better, bring a studio light if you have one, find a parking lot of some kind over looking the city, and take the photo at night, light the car with the studio light. Since it's a car and will be sitting still, the light will just add some cool and interesting reflections. Check your local camera stores for lighting equipment.
-Hideo
Message edited by author 2006-09-01 16:30:54. |
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09/01/2006 04:32:55 PM · #3 |
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09/01/2006 05:17:33 PM · #4 |
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09/01/2006 05:22:34 PM · #5 |
| You might want to consider wetting down the parking lot if possible. |
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09/01/2006 05:25:04 PM · #6 |
I'm not sure what I can add, except that your car doesn't need to be cool to use for practice. I took shots of my old beat up escort to learn some lighting in areas, and have done the same with my truck. I'd scout out some locations, at the times of day you're going to shoot, and park your car, and play with lighting angles, and stuff for that. If you know where you're shooting, then the battle is half over, and you can just take your car up and try some stuff out.
You might have some cool pictures of a bland car, but it's better than feeling like you're not sure of what you're doing. |
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09/01/2006 05:26:04 PM · #7 |
OK, the parking lot idea I'm liking more and more. I don't think I'll be able to wet the lot down though. And lights are a maybe.
So besides tripod, studio/portable lights and the parking lot, what other suggestions are hiding out there?
ETA, definitely agree eckoe. I have a couple spots picked out and will be visiting them over the weekend. I'm also going to take a pic from above the road in the downtown with the sun at my back. Figure that one out! LOL
Message edited by author 2006-09-01 17:27:25.
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09/01/2006 05:45:53 PM · #8 |
You might check out existing pictures of these cars to figure out what positions/angles will best allow you to capture the details and characteristics which make it unique, and you can plan how to avoid unwanted reflections.
I'm not sure what the overall project includes, but I'd shoot a lot of close-ups. I'd also take some shots from near-ground level, and maybe some from a high angle -- you might bring a small ladder.
You might try to get some shots against a blank wall, to make it easy to drop in some other background(s).
If (paint) color-accuracy is important, you should take along a gray/white card and use a custom White Balance setting.
Besides studio lights, having some reflectors might be handy when shooting outdoors. I use those things you put in the windshield to block the sun when you park, but a big sheet of white cardboard would work too. If you have a strong flashlight, you might try highlightng some feature (mirror, hood ornament) and underexposing the rest of the car to create a "spotlight" effect.
Whenever I'm going to be "setting up" anything, I try to have a box with a "first-aid kit" -- binder clips or clothespins, safety pins, duck tape, strong string and/or light rope, etc. I have some old fiberglass tent poles I think would work to set up a temporary backdrop frame. |
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