keep talking to the model. make good topics, make her happy and relax
I don't think this is practical unless all shooters agree to be democratic and take turns to direct model.It can also be distracting for model.The organiser should moderate somewhat so everyone gets fair share.
Shizuma
Re: Newbie to shooting studio. tips appreciated
thank you sifu and sempai please teach me more
Judging from your hyperlinks you are a portrait virgin but seriously there's a first time for everyone.Typically in an organised studio shoot the lighting has been "fixed" and setup so everyone
shoot like drawing still life in art class except from different angles so pictures end up similiar.It depends on what the organiser wants to offer and "teach".If it's lighting setup then there will be demo on basic lighting so changing lights for effect.
On your part I suggest you read up on portrait photography and watch youtube videos.Remember you
are shooting a portrait that means "portraying the subject,male or female in good light pun intended.
You don't need a pro camera but the right lens.If you just have a kit lens then use the longest end which can be 55mm onwards.This is to prevent optical distortion of model's face etc.
Now the work/fun begins, prepare you gear and settings.Observe or evaluate the model,look at face,shape of it.Is it the model type - oval shape (should be because organiser don't want you to fail).
Are there any imperfections or features that need creative "hiding".The colour and style of clothing
(depends on the theme of the shoot).How to get best overall look and pose (full length).You can direct the model somewhat like where to look,place hands and legs etc.What facial expressions if model is cooperative but in general expect magazine type facial expressions or pose.
How your photos turn out depends on whether you know how light behaves again read up.It is light and shadows that give form and shape to an object so a human being is no different.Observe how light falls on the model and taking into account of model's facial and body features.Direct model or move him/her so the light gives model the best possible "contouring" meaning best look that pleases the eye.If you can do this you have succeeded in this assignment.
PS in this type of shoot,the lighting is such that it is
bright and all details are "revealed" so lens will capture all so hard to fail but if
you want something "artistic" then you must be observant and "see" what should not be seen
and take appropriate action.