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Test or Best (or Both?)

Sometimes that first click of the session sets the tone for the rest of the shoot. This was one of those clicks. I had set up before Ana got to the studio and I felt like I had everything pretty “close” but I hadn’t done a test shot yet. When Ana was dressed I asked her to step into position for a quick “test” and this shot is the result. I couldn’t have been more pleased how the light was falling and its overall quality. Her husband and daughter were there as well and we were looking at the back of the camera with big smiles on our faces. The rest of the shoot went great and we got lots of good images but this “test” shot is still my favorite.

Sony A7rIII
Sony 85mm 1.8
1/160th | f 3.5 | iso 100
AD300 Pro strobes
Glow 24×36 folding softbox with grid to camera left
7″ reflector with grid to camera right
Savage Universal Fashion Gray background

Headshot of the Week! 4-18-2022

Monica is Headshot of the Week! for this third week of April 2022 with this shot from a recent group session here at HCA. She really is striking that balance of friendly, approachable, and professional in this shot making it an easy choice for HotW! this week.

Sony A7rIII
Sony 85mm 1.8
Godox QS 400 strobes
Westcott X-drop background

Ana Pouri, a Classic Beauty

I had the pleasure of working with the stunning Anahita Ana Pouri this past weekend and I’m thrilled to start sharing the results. Ana reached out looking for some classic style black and white images and as many of you know, this is my jam 🙂. She’s as fun to work with as she is beautiful and we’re already discussing more projects. Can’t wait for the next session, Ana!

That’s Alison in the Corner

It’s a stormy Tuesday here in Nashville right now so I’m posting a shot from my session with Alison Baughman. This is a warm reminder of what it’s like in town when the sun is out. This shot is another from our sun-seeking shoot using only available light. Here Alison is in the corner of the entrance to a parking structure with the sun overhead and behind her. The light here is coming from the bright walls behind me and to my left that are bouncing the sun onto Alison.

Sony A7rIII

Sony 85mm 1.8

1/800 | F1.8 | iso 100

Headshot of the Week! 4-11-2022

Anne is my pick for this second Headshot of the Week! for April and it was an easy choice! Anne showed in with this great energy that is plainly visible here in her smile and those great eyes. She was only in front of my lens for a minute or two but she really lit up the space while she was there. Great job, Anne!

Sony A7rIII
Sony 85mm 1.8
Godox QS 400 strobes
Westcott X-drop background

LOL Thursday 4-7-2022

Photographer, teacher, and all-around awesome human being Jeff Lipsky is in action here for today’s “LOL-Thursday” post. I’ve been to Santa Fe Photographic Workshops twice to attend Jeff’s workshops and I can’t stress how much a good workshop can improve your skills and get you excited about your photography work. As you might gather from this shot, Jeff has great energy and enthusiasm for his craft and the sharing of the knowledge he’s gathered during his career. Thanks for the education and the laughs, Jeff!

Sony A7rII

Rokinon 45mm 1.8

Kate in Color

Looking back a couple of years to this session with the lovely Kate Bryant. She and I did several sessions back in 2020 and I keep finding new favorites. Of course Kate makes it easy to get those “keeper” shots.

HMUA: Amanda Dowd
Olympus OMD EM-1 mkII
Sigma 56mm 1.4 lens
Godox/Flashpoint AD600 strobes
Savage “Flamingo” roll paper background

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

Headshot of the Week! 4-4-2022

Tabitha is kicking off Headshot of the Week! for April with this shot from our recent session. She really brought her “A-Game” for this one with that great smile and connection here. Great job, Tabitha!

Sony A7rIII
Sony 85mm 1.8
Godox QS 400 strobes
Westcott X-drop background

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