p.1 #1 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
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Pretty nice that I have so many permanent setups now. Can move from white to black to reclaimed wood backdrop. Plus, we have a 12-foot trampoline now that I know my dancers, cheerleaders, and gymnasts are going to love.
3. This dancer is bouncing on my trampoline. When we did this leap on the dance floor, she was able to hit 180 degrees with her legs, but you can see she's over-extending here on the trampoline. I'm pretty happy about that. http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1872/43605449985_68b1c66edc_b.jpg
p.1 #3 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
Am I incorrect, or am I noticing some subtle differences? Not that anything you put out before wasn't up to par, not by any means. I think mainly I'm seeing some improved separation with the backgrounds in both DOF and lighting. Either way, this is your strongest set, IMO.
p.1 #5 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
Having the space to create these sets with lights that can be left in place (particularly the overheads) exponentially broadens the platform for creativity. I'm so happy for you, Ron. No more constrained setups, floors and backdrops that don't need seam blending; basically blank canvases upon which to present your dancers any way you and the dancer(s) want; it's all there for you. Congratulations again.
p.1 #7 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
amacal1 wrote:
Am I incorrect, or am I noticing some subtle differences? Not that anything you put out before wasn't up to par, not by any means. I think mainly I'm seeing some improved separation with the backgrounds in both DOF and lighting. Either way, this is your strongest set, IMO.
Thanks! I would agree. I think it has a lot to do with the setup I have now. All that makes dance photography (and all other types) sooooo much easier.
p.1 #9 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
Steve Wylie wrote:
Having the space to create these sets with lights that can be left in place (particularly the overheads) exponentially broadens the platform for creativity. I'm so happy for you, Ron. No more constrained setups, floors and backdrops that don't need seam blending; basically blank canvases upon which to present your dancers any way you and the dancer(s) want; it's all there for you. Congratulations again.
Thanks, Steve! It makes life so much easier that I don't have to break down and build up the set depending on if my clients want a white or black background, or the reclaimed wood or whatever. With all your travels, you ever come to Chicago, I hope you can come by!
p.1 #11 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
They're all really great images, but I keep going back to #1. The slight back lighting (gridded stripboxes?) and pose provide a complete and very consistent outline of her arms and legs. Perfect positioning of the shot!
p.1 #15 · Some first shots of dancers in my new studio
story_teller wrote:
They're all really great images, but I keep going back to #1. The slight back lighting (gridded stripboxes?) and pose provide a complete and very consistent outline of her arms and legs. Perfect positioning of the shot!
Thanks so much! Yes, gridded strip boxes at the sides of her, and slightly back. Then I have a gridded light from above her.
