Self-Direct Fashion Photographer

Ulla Nyemen

I have found a Childrens Fashion Photographer by the name of Ulla Nymen. Nymen was born in Denmark in which she has always had an interest in Fashion Photography. On the age of 15 she went to paris to assist Gunner Larson, a Danish avantgarde photographer. Her first appointment was with with Dutch Elle which then led her to bigger opportunities to work with Elle Junior, Oilily and now Vogue Bambini in who she still works with today. During that time period she shifted from main fashion into specialising in Kids Fashion.

Form:

- Ulla Nymen uses a deep depth of field

- Chinese Props

- Contrasting colours (blue and red)

- Direct Lighting

- Not quite rule of thirds but can be seen horizontally

- Studio lighting could be used on set location

Content:

- Advertises Children's Clothing

- Even though fashion is not my kind of photography i do love the way Ulla uses her colours. I love the feel and how much energy it brings out. This image gives me an idea on how to use more colours in my photos and show the positive vibe that we feel through the family and children.

Context: 

http://www.ullanyeman.com/#1

Kingsize Studios and Studio Family Portrait

On Thursday 21st of May our class had another opportunity to visit Kingsize Studios located at Grey Lynn, Auckland. They're open every Mon-Fri, 8.00am to 6pm and weekends 8am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. Kingsize studios offers four spaces: Studio 1 (biggest studio in the country) , a large drive-in with a 7m wide cyc; Studio 3 a medium general purpose space ideal for still life, look books, casting and more; Studio 4 a smaller but dedicated daylight space (with black out) perfect for fashion, portraits, and still life; and finally the Garden Studio: a purpose built out door, daylight space. We met Luke who kindly took his time off to give us a tour around the Studio. They also hire out their equipment which ranges from the oldest to the most recent equipment out. He also showed us a brief demonstration of the basic lighting kit that are usually booked out for most days of the week. It was a very simple setup and he also gave us tips on how we should set up the lights (Cons and Pros). Not only do they hire out equipment but they also offer workshops starting from beginners to the more advanced photographers, intern programs, education and consulting. The focus for all the workshops is practicality: how can we teach you how to be more effective with your tools and skills, so as to make a better image, and potentially, how to earn.

Kingsize Studio 1

Per Hour	n/a
Half Day	$475
Full Day	$800
Floor Repaint	$150
Casting Package	call

Kingsize Studio 3

Per Hour (2hr minimum)         $75

Half Day                               $250

Full Day                                $375

Film / TV Full                $Daypoa

Kingsize Studio 4

Per Hour (2hr minimum)                     $50

Half Day                                           $175

Full Day                                            $300

Film / TV Full                              Daypoa

Kingsize Garden Studio

p/day bare                                                                                                                                            $2

p/day with location kit: EZUP, table, chairs, makeup & styling kit, computer trolley                      $350

p/day repaint minimum charge (colours by approval)                                                                        $150

Studio Family Portrait

FAILURES

Experimenting with studio lighting and trying to find the correct exposures.

Over Exposed

Looks too dull and overexposed

SNOT FREE! (Well tried my best)

Dry snot, lighting on left is still a bit too bright.

Much better!

During the shoot i didn't realise that the child had dry snots all over her face. I didn't see this until i had a look through properly on the big screen. So i done some researching on how to remove it. I had to do this through every photo. I also turned the exposure up just a little more so when i print it doesn't turn out too .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLvPYCW5PeA 

FINAL

How does the Studio relate to me? 

Fashion Photography

Natasha Cantwell

Fashion Photography

On the 14th of May we had the opportunity to have Natasha Cantwell visit the faculty. Natasha is a fashion/editorial photographer who's practise is mainly focused on Creative Arts. Her models are usually just colleagues and friends and she also has a Hair/Makeup artist. Just recently this year she's had the opportunity of showcasing her work at the Auckland gallery along with many other amazing achievements , places such as Melbourne, England and USA. Even though her practise works along the Creative Arts area and is not my style of Photography i love her sense of style and her hair/makeup. Its defines her models to look elegant and beautiful and being a family and children photographer i would want my models to feel just as beautiful but still looking natural.  

  'Natasha Cantwell and Philippa Emery' at Paper/Cupboard Gallery, Auckland, New Zealand

My Country (Art Gallery)

MY COUNTRY , BLACK AUSTRALIA

BINDI COLE

I FORGIVE YOU 2012

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Forgiveness is a deeply personal act and can be very difficult for some people. The idea of forgiveness for Aboriginal Australians can be connected to the reconciliation movement and to the Apology to Australia’s Indigenous Peoples, made in 2008 by the then Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, MP. In this work, Bindi Cole felt that written words covered with emu feathers, a beautiful and unique material native to Australia, would make her message instantly appealing and easy to understand. The words, ‘I forgive you’ can mean many things, depending on how and by whom they are spoken or written. This work reflects the important role of forgiveness in contemporary Australian and Aboriginal society.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Bindi Cole was born in Melbourne in 1975, and has both Aboriginal (Wathaurung people) and British–Australian heritage. She uses photography, painting, collage, text, video, performance, sound and projections in her deeply personal works. In 2009, Cole won the Deadly Art Award as part of the Victorian Indigenous Art Awards. Her highly successful ‘Sistagirls’ series was first shown in Melbourne in 2010 and has since travelled around Australia and to the United States.

CONCEPTS

Bindi Cole’s early work often focused on identity and the way society tends to make judgments based on appearances. Cole has used her art practice to explore issues that have affected her personally, as well as her family. She began working with the idea of forgiveness in the video work Seventy Times Seven 2011. The title of the work, taken from the Bible (Matthew 18:22), was Jesus’ answer to the question of how many times a person should forgive the sins of their brother or sister. Cole’s work calls on viewers to think about their attitudes regarding this question

Sione and Mosi Family Portrait.

Sione and Mosi Family Portrait.

Location: Botanical Gardens

Overall Evaluation: The lighting is diffused, however the sun did come out randomly and so the lighting kept changing. I did not use a reflector on any of my photos because i wanted to experiment just using natural lighting (not with a reflector, light meter etc). This photo is my favourite because i tried to use as many vantage points as i can. My composition is very central and minimal. By having the two parents and the child in the middle makes the image balanced.

Failures:

(Direct Lighting)

(Over Exposed)

(Under Exposed)

(Post Production)

Whats working? 

In diffused lighting situations my exposures are correct. The day that i had the photoshoot it was cloudy therefore my lighting was perfect. I left my home at around 10.30 am although i did arrange to leave my house at 9am where the sun wasn't too harsh, but due to the family having personal problems they were running a little late. The family was relaxed and easy to get along with and the child was in a playful mood which made the day run smoothly.

Whats not working?

I found myself at often times closing my Aperture down because the sun would just randomly come out. There would be some photos where the lighting is Perfect and then some where its overexposed.

What can i do next?

For my next Photoshoot i am going to bring along a Assistant and Reflector so that i dont have to keep turning up/down my aperture. Also keep in mind where my subjects are placed.

Term 2 , Silo

Film and Video
HDTV 1080 p/29.97
72 DPI
Black
Ariel, Regular
48 pt
Right Aligned