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LOL Thursday 4-15-2021

This week’s LOL Thursday comes from some BTS stills I shot during a recent video production. It should be no surprise that if

Elisabeth Donaldson is on set, there will be some fun images and here’s the proof.

Sony A7rIII

Sony 24-105 lens

Putting Calli up front and center today with this shot from her senior session we did last year. The covered bridge in which she’s standing makes for a great way to blow out the background. The windows of the bridge made a great source to bounce in some fill thanks to Carmen.

Assist: Carmen Bellos
Sony A7r II
Sony 85mm 1.8 lens (wide open)
Lastolite Tri-Grip reflector for fill

No Hoops!

Jaylene isn’t going to make you jump through hoops during your Model Positive consult/shoot. See?? No hoops at all
Seriously though, Jaquarius was killin’ these flips in the studio.

Sony A7rIII
Sony 24-105 lens
Godox AD600 strobes
Not a composite, one shot.

Headshot of the Week! 4-12-2021

I have to say I’m very fortunate to have such amazing models/colleagues here at HCA. This shot of Jaqui was the second shot (of 9) that we did during a group session and I knew we had “Headshot of the Week” image the moment it popped up on the monitor. Thanks so much for stepping in front of my lens, Jaqui!

Sony A7r II

Sony 85mm 1.8

Godox QS 400 strobes

Westcott X-Drop backdrop

LOL Thursday 4-8-2021

Happy “LOL Thursday”!!! Howard L is leading the LOL’s today with this wonderful capture from his time in front of my camera. This was part of a group session for the local IIBA chapter and I have to say I was impressed with how many of the members were just flat out Rock-Stars during the few minutes I got to spend with each of them. Thanks for brightening our day here, Howard!

Olympus OMD EM1mkii

Sigma 56mm 1.4 lens

Interfit Honeybadger strobes

Wesctott X-Drop background

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

Springtime in 2020 with Calli

Revisiting my “springtime” shoot with the lovely Calli Carroll from last year in Ashland City. Her family’s farm offered a beautiful setting and the late afternoon sun could not have been more cooperative on this day.

Olympus OMD Em1 mkII
Sigma 56mm 1.4

Studio Lighting Workshop | June 19th, 2021

On Saturday, June 19th, come join me for an afternoon of hands-on learning with studio strobes and light modifiers. This workshop is really more “play” than work as we will spend a large portion of the time actually shooting with studio lights and getting to try out a wide variety of modifiers. This is a great opportunity to gain experience with different types of light shaping tools which will help you to find what works best for your style of photography.

Registration link: https://www.brandonjacksonphoto.com/studioworkshopreg/

Full details: https://www.brandonjacksonphoto.com/seeingthelightworkshop/

When: Saturday, June 19th | 12:30pm to 5:00pm

Where: OnTrack Studios | 1978 Wilson Pk | Franklin, TN

How Much: $75.00

How Many: 8

During the live shooting portion of the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to try out various modifiers on the same subject. This is a great way to see the differences and qualities of light that the various sizes, shapes, and designs of a softbox and/or reflector will render. Students are encouraged to bring their cameras to participate in the live shooting portion of the workshop.

Who’s Ready for Summer?

I know I’m ready for fun (as well as work) in the sun. It’s time to start thinking about things like poolside images not unlike this favorite from my session last year with Annsley Wood at the Dive Motel. This was my first time shooting there and I’m definitely heading back this summer. This image was shot in afternoon sun (behind me) with a Godox AD600 strobe to my left and a couple of feet above me. Thanks to The Luxury Label Nashville for providing the Gucci top Annsley’s wearing here.

HMUA: Amanda Dowd

Sony A7rII

Sony 85mm 1.8 lens

Glow 48″ parabolic softbox (front diffuser removed)