Tips and Tricks
Your Guide to Fashion Photography
1. Preparation
In my opinion, this is the most important part of the work. And
the most important advice that I can give to you is never prone to
prepare for shooting. It’s better to do more, and do not waste extra
nerves on the shooting. Form your team - make-up artist, hair stylist,
stylist for clothes. Prepare references and make a moodboard. So it
will be easier to visualize the idea. And remember - every detail is
important. So make a list of everything you need to forget nothing.
I, as a photographer, always make myself a check-list - What camera
should I take, what kind of lenses, flashes and ancillary things I need.
The same list should be made by other team members.
2. Locations
In advance, always check the locations - better in a day or at least
a couple of hours, so in case of unforeseen circumstances you have
time to find a backup option.
3. Experiment
Sometimes, being already on the court, during the shooting, you
realize that what you are shooting is not quite what you need. Do
not be afraid to deviate a bit from the concept and experiment -
remember that the final picture in your camera should suit you
4. Be ready to take a picture any second
The most masterpieces are sudden. Your finger on the shutter button
should always be ready to take a picture. At that moment, nothing
exists except for you, the camera and the model. Concentrate.
5. Light
Light Light, light, light and once again light. Light is our everything.
From the right light, your frame will be steep or floppy. Remember
this. The photography means- “I write with light” and you must be
able to correctly write with this light.
6. Model
Do not trust the photo in the instagram! Often, models in life look
very different, and when choosing a model, make sure to do a model