For the Contract 2 assignment, I produced a collection of self-portraits, small group images, and modeling shots for my clients. The self-portraits, planned for the magazine profiling regional photographers, reflect my own personal and professional stance as a photographer. When taking these photos, I used my tripod along with a remote trigger.
I chose the small group photos to feature a mother-son duo. These photos capture their happiness and loving mother-son relationship against a simple black backdrop or wood floor. These were a little more difficult to take only because Jace kept moving, but despite the challenge of Jace's movements, the resulting images encapsulate the essence of the mother and son group dynamic.
For the modeling portfolio, Katie’s natural poise was highlighted by strategic lighting, creating a versatile set of images that could propel an aspiring model's career. With these modeling shots, I had Katie do a variety of different poses.
Following Peterco's stipulations, I've produced over 72 shots, with natural post-processing to maintain the authenticity of each photograph. I also used a simple background and shot all my photos in manual mode for each of the self-portraits, small group, and modeling photos, as well as constant or flash lighting. I did incorporate my diffusers as well when using my off-camera flashes. Another thing I made sure to have was my people that I photographed fill out the digital photo class photography contract. I picked my top 3 photos that turned out the best overall within my self-portraits, small group, and model photos.
