Exercise 2.4: Same background different model
The last exercise in this part is a reversal of the previous, it requires the same background and different models, since I had access to the Chapel studio I decided that this was a perfect time to head back into the studio and have some fun with lights. I set up a cloudy background and some lights and had a blast taking portraits in the studio.
I decided to go for the isolated head and shoulder shot as it is one of my favorite ways to photograph people and it has roots in the isolation of Irving Penn and the stark pictures of August Sander. All of these images were taken using a ratio set up with two lights Key and fill and a rim light behind.
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The full exercise can be read here: Exercise 2.4 Same background different model