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How good it looks in photographs: master class, photos, details
Summer is the time for beautiful photo shoots. Do you think that you are unsuccessful in the photo? This can be learned. A master class for Woman’s Day was held by photographer Alena Krupetskova, who specializes in celebrity photography, during her visit to Yekaterinburg.
Our expert is a well-known Moscow photographer Alena Krupetskova.
First of all, you need to be at ease and not be afraid of the camera. It used to be fashionable to pose, now naturalness is in fashion: in many magazines we see quite relaxed, free poses. The use of some furniture in the frame, on which you can sit down or even lie down, will help to behave more relaxed. A small clutch or bag will make it possible to cope with the tension in the hands. As for lighting, diffused light, close to daylight, is most suitable for most scenes. It will soften the facial features.
Shooting outdoors is considered to be quite challenging. But there are a few simple rules that will help you achieve great results. First, the light: try to choose the time for the photo session in the absence of direct sunlight, then the shadows will be shallow, and the diffused light will give the face more expressiveness.
Second: the landscape is separate – people are separate. The main mistake is to photograph from afar, so that everything fits into the frame, even the pine trees on the other side. In such photographs, people look ridiculous. Therefore, choose close-ups for photographing people.
Third: more naturalness. You are in nature, use its beauty as a background to take harmonious shots. No – cars, plastic and bottles. Yes – to flowers, birches and the river.
Remember: there are no ideal people who would be good at any angle. If you want to get a good photo, you have to try. When shooting in a swimsuit, professional photographers use a certain set of time-tested techniques.
Surf line shooting. The model lies on her stomach, leaning on her elbows. The shooting takes place actually from the ground, so that the frame includes the model’s face, her chest, partly her stomach and arms. In this perspective, even small breasts will look impressive. The sea or river in the background will add atmosphere.
Shoot in full height from a low angle. A great way to visually lengthen your legs. The model stands on the toes, weight on one leg, pulls the sock on the other and puts this leg slightly forward. Add a slight deflection at the waist to the side.
Shooting on the side close-up. The model lies on its side, resting on the elbow. By changing the angle of the lateral bend and the position of the legs, you can achieve a very beautiful waist and abdomen. Do not forget about the second hand, you can adjust the glasses, hold the hair, etc. The model does not look into the frame, but up to emphasize the line of the neck.
Initially, it is worth using light fabrics or delicate flowers, lilies, for example. Poses should be graceful and not vulgar. Imagine yourself as a ballerina: they have very beautiful, relaxed movements. Do not try to make “broken movements”, which are more likely to look not at all aesthetically pleasing. And don’t forget to put your legs parallel to each other!
How to choose a photography style
In a non-professional filming format, the same rule that all women intuitively follow when choosing clothes works perfectly. You don’t wear an evening dress on a typical work day, do you? This dress will look good in a restaurant or at a party. This means that if you want to get stunning photos in an evening dress, then in the background there should be no grandma’s carpets and park areas at noon. Indeed, for a real morning walk in the park, you would obviously choose a different style – casual or sporty.
Before taking a photo, ask yourself: where do I put on this or that clothes, what makeup do I do for work or for a meeting with my friends? The answers will be the guides for creating stunning photos.
In my opinion, the most interesting and challenging style of clothing is minimalism. Quite a rare mood for the modern world of fashion, and this is its advantage. In your image there will be a feeling of being chosen, a kind of elitism.
An excellent place for filming in this style is the embankment of the city pond. A beautiful view of the skyscrapers, good diffused light and a smile will brighten the resulting photos.
How to choose a professional photographer
If self-shooting fails, and you dream of a professional photo shoot, do not grab the first comer who calls himself a photographer.
A real professional will offer you different options for photography; will ask what photos you want to get at the exit. And he will also ask you to send any other people’s photo sessions that you like, as an example, so that the mood, lighting and shooting style are clear. Propose a meeting for the purpose of personal acquaintance.