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03/16/2008 02:02:49 PM · #1 |
| Hey everyone. I have a large family portrait that I'm shooting in a couple weeks. It's going to be 7 adults and a dog. One of the adults is in a wheelchair as well. I'm hopefully (weather permitting) shooting at this really nice park in front of a pond. Plan B is going to be in their living room (I won't have the chance to see it ahead of time), but it's big I guess w/ a fireplace. How do I frame everyone while including the wheelchair without it looking awkward? I'll have to just keep it wide right and get the whole chair in? Also should I even worry about getting the dog's attention or just focus on the people? If I'm shooting indoors in their living room what should I do for light? I'll be using a 580EX flash but should I bring some lamps and such that I can use for fill? Sorry for all the questions but a shoot with this many people have me a little nervous. Thanks! :) |
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03/16/2008 02:14:45 PM · #2 |
Don't worry about the wheelchair. The person in it is used to it, he or she will make it look natural. You have to take into acocunt that his or her face will be lower though. Compose the picture as if one of the persons is in a normal chair. I suppose the dog is familiar with the 7 adults? Then don't worry, the dog will focus on the adults, which is likely to look very natural.
As to indoor shooting, aim your 580 to the ceiling (ask whether it is white before the shoot). You may use a white reflector from where you stand as a fill, or stand cloase to a large window (have it behind you). Do not use lamps with a different color temperature though. Daylight bulbs or (slave)strobes are fine, but I think the 580 has enough power, so wory about the white reflector more than about extra lights.
If the ceiling is not white, buy or build a little softbox for your 580. That will dot the trick as well. |
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03/16/2008 02:25:50 PM · #3 |
| Thanks Mark. For the indoor shot, let's say there is no window. I've never used a reflector before. What light source will be reflecting? The bounced flash off the ceiling? Do I set up 2 reflectors on either side of me or just one? Sorry for the super noob questions. ;) |
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