Studio photography research

                                                        
Fashion photography -
I would like to experiment with fashion photography in the studio as I hold an interest in the genre as a whole and would like to view the results shown using the high key light setup. This allows me to experiment with something different and develop my skills with high key, and is different to usually using natural light. 

Lighting Setup - 
The high key studio setup includes using two lights focused on the backdrop and other main lights for the model, this may be 1-2+. Other setups can be used such as the 3 main light. This can be adjusted by switching lights off on or and positioning them in the desired places, allowing various experimentation. A white/ plain background allows the fashion including any accessories or clothing to stand out.




Gel light photography-
This genre of photography consists of a mix of portrait and fashion photography and can be used to create moods. A mix of light and dark colours can create interesting contrasts, making the overall photo more aesthetic. Using these colours also allows a photo to be annotated and seen as more deep. Specific colours can indicate or tell different stories and have various messages. This gives a photograph depth as well as pleasing aesthetic qualities, making it an area of photography I aspire to experiment in.

Lighting Setup -           
Using different lighting settings will allow exploration of highlights and shadows.This could be mostly in portrait photography by adjusting which colours reflect where and why. For example, having a bright colour reflect on the higher parts of the face or on only half the face. I would like to learn and use this setup for future projects.




Product photography - 
Product photography includes taking photographs of a specific product. This could be for advertisement  and commercial purposes for any brand. I would like to experiment with focusing all importance around a product when photographing in the studio.






Lighting setup - 
The setup includes using a light table and creating the infinity effect. The background of product photography must be plain white in order to allow the main product to stand out and attract viewers attention.This indicates that nothing in the frame / photograph is important and the only focus / main subject is the product itself.