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John Garcia · July 24th, 2003, 03:52 PM

Hey everyone,

Well, this afternoon I am scheduled to do a sunset photo shoot with a local model here in hawaii. Ive done sunset shoots before, but I want this one to come out as best as possible, being that we would like to try printing some of these photos out.

I just wanted to know if anyone has any experience with doing sunset photo shoots? Any tips for getting great lighting? I have a reflector, but this will by my first time working with one. It is double sided, one side silver, the other side gold. Which side is better? should I use flash? which direction will I get the best light?

Does anyone know any good sites with examples of sunset model shoots? Maybe I should look at some sports illustrated swimsuit pictures!?

well, i just wanted to know if anyone had any tips that could help me out. Thanks in advance...

John

Jeff Donald · July 24th, 2003, 07:29 PM

What kind of camera, flash etc. and what film are you using? The gold side of the reflector will give a much warmer tone than white or silver. Depending on the light, film etc. it may be too much warmth.

I always use fill flash for people pictures. But depending on your camera, flash etc. it may get a little complicated and I wouldn't necessarily recommend it on such short notice.

John Garcia · July 24th, 2003, 09:14 PM

well, im using my crappy 707. 5.2 mp digital cam. Its alright...but if lighting is right, its pretty good.

like ive stated before, i want to chuck this one and get a 10d.

thanks for the tips jeff! i appreciate it...

anymore?@?

Frank Granovski · July 24th, 2003, 11:02 PM

I like using the Cokin Sunsoft or a "pop" filter: pink or yellow. A Softar 1 gives a nice mellow/soft look.

July 24th, 2003, 03:52 PM	#1
John Garcia Regular Crew Join Date: May 2003 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 199	*HELP! Sunset Photo Shoot!? TIPS!? * Hey everyone, Well, this afternoon I am scheduled to do a sunset photo shoot with a local model here in hawaii. Ive done sunset shoots before, but I want this one to come out as best as possible, being that we would like to try printing some of these photos out. I just wanted to know if anyone has any experience with doing sunset photo shoots? Any tips for getting great lighting? I have a reflector, but this will by my first time working with one. It is double sided, one side silver, the other side gold. Which side is better? should I use flash? which direction will I get the best light? Does anyone know any good sites with examples of sunset model shoots? Maybe I should look at some sports illustrated swimsuit pictures!? well, i just wanted to know if anyone had any tips that could help me out. Thanks in advance... John __________________ John Garcia

July 24th, 2003, 07:29 PM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	What kind of camera, flash etc. and what film are you using? The gold side of the reflector will give a much warmer tone than white or silver. Depending on the light, film etc. it may be too much warmth. I always use fill flash for people pictures. But depending on your camera, flash etc. it may get a little complicated and I wouldn't necessarily recommend it on such short notice. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

July 24th, 2003, 09:14 PM	#3
John Garcia Regular Crew Join Date: May 2003 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 199	well, im using my crappy 707. 5.2 mp digital cam. Its alright...but if lighting is right, its pretty good. like ive stated before, i want to chuck this one and get a 10d. thanks for the tips jeff! i appreciate it... anymore?@? __________________ John Garcia

July 24th, 2003, 11:02 PM	#4
Frank Granovski Outer Circle Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hope, BC Posts: 7,524	I like using the Cokin Sunsoft or a "pop" filter: pink or yellow. A Softar 1 gives a nice mellow/soft look.