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12/09/2004 08:40:09 PM · #1
Here's a good idea if you would like to combine your photographic life with your romantic life and you have a partner who is willing:

Propose to him or her that once a month you plan together, and implement, a photographic shoot where the two of you are the subjects of a romantic and/or love-making interlude, setting, story, situation. Together, plan the setting, props, clothing/costumes (or none), lighting, poses, etc (use your imagination!). Be daring and risque to the extent that your partner is willing. Different settings can be the bedroom (obviously...lol), sofa or loveseat, dining room, etc, or even outdoors. What is portrayed does not have to be sexual in nature, but can certainly include it if the two of you like and have the privacy.

You can set up a romantic meal at the dining room table with candlelight, exotic and romantic props, such as styles of different periods (eg victorian, Roman) with different costumes and hairdos. If you have time lapse on your camera then you can set it for say a shot a minute and take pics as you make love in any location you choose. Of course, you have to set up your camera on a tripod and have the necessary lighting.

To me, this is a great idea because your spouse is part of your passion for your hobby and you get to portray and photograph your passion for your lover. You get to play with both your photographic equipment and your lover at the same time. Seem to me a win/win situation.

Any ideas for shoots that you would like to set up with your partner?
12/09/2004 08:41:12 PM · #2
I need a dSLR and a lady friend :(
12/12/2004 10:09:27 AM · #3
A good idea indeed! Some of the best, most intimate and emotive photographs occur when the model is the photographer's lover or spouse. There is a comfort level between the photographer and the photographed. Professional photos of professional models are beautiful -- but, all too often, have a cold formality.

I was recently impressed by a series of photos one DPC member "Loki" had taken of his fiance. The color is slightly off in some. However, it is so clear the photographer is in love with his subject that passion and genuine feelings overcome technical imperfections.

These types of photos are the most daring because the photographer and subject are not just baring their bodies, but their souls.
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