HBP Photography wrote:

That beer fits my hand perfectly.

It sure does brutha.. the photo editing look great... and that was after 2 beers?  then you should drink more often...hahaha

HBP Photography wrote:



those girls are cute... did you check ID?....hahahah

POLARPICS wrote:
my pictures may not be PRO worthy, but i like learning my flaws and errors on a poor mans budget with the ever so "WTF was i thinking here to get this shot?"
... or

let me use a clamp on this BBQ to hold my reflector for this session, or better yet, let me call up one of my friends say Mario or Harold and assist me on one of my shoots... CRANK THE JAMS, fire up the QUE, and keep the finger on the trigger..

thats the "POORMANS SHOOTOUT"...

if you like doing those... let me hear a HELL YA!!!

re-edit... TOP OF THE PAGE SUCKAS!!!!

workshop doesn't teach you that much anyway, save the money and observe from the sidelines.

702photo wrote:

HBP Photography wrote:



those girls are cute... did you check ID?....hahahah

Why, I trust them. (kinda)

Haoyuan Ren wrote:

workshop doesn't teach you that much anyway, save the money and observe from the sidelines.

I say we crash the party. Or make our own party.

Sackett Studios wrote:
I got bored today and decided to take a self portrait with the crappy strobes I got for free.

No editing to this photo. Any constructive tips would be greatly appreciated




- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

I didn't know you were a super hero. We should definitely hangout now.

Haoyuan Ren wrote:
workshop doesn't teach you that much anyway, save the money and observe from the sidelines.

Some do. Most don't. (Or perhaps "Most don't. Some do." Whichever you prefer. )

Sackett Studios wrote:
No editing to this photo. Any constructive tips would be greatly appreciated

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a165/ … rtrait.jpg

When shooting dark on dark, it's usually wise to add some light to separate the subject from the background, unless you want them to merge together visually. Whether that's edgelighting the subject, or adding light to the background, or some other approach, it's something to keep in mind.

How much less effective would these be if there wasn't an edge to the subject, and their clothes and/or hair blended into the background? (I'm not claiming they're great shots, merely pointing out some uses for separation.)



Even in cases where there is some differentiation (the dark blue on black, for example), an edge light can help provide some 'zip'.

Kevin Connery wrote:
When shooting dark on dark, it's usually wise to add some light to separate the subject from the background, unless you want them to merge together visually. Whether that's edgelighting the subject, or adding light to the background, or some other approach, it's something to keep in mind.

How much less effective would these be if there wasn't an edge to the subject, and their clothes and/or hair blended into the background? (I'm not claiming they're great shots, merely pointing out some uses for separation.)



Even in cases where there is some differentiation (the dark blue on black, for example), an edge light can help provide some 'zip'.

Yeah i actually really wanted to do that, but my space I shot in was overly small. about 8'x6'. I couldn't fit 2 light stands, backdrop stands, tripod and my fat ass all in the spot, so i didn't use the backlight. As it was I was already kneeling on 2 phone books to get that shot lol However i'm pretty sure i still couldn't light it as well as you can. I like your work a lot.


- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

HBP Photography wrote:

I didn't know you were a super hero. We should definitely hangout now.

I've done the Green Lantern and the flash now, maybe robin, spiderman, or the punisher next lol


- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

Sackett Studios wrote:
I got bored today and decided to take a self portrait


you must not be in the "zone" yet.. you must of had an escort nearby....hahahaha

POLARPICS wrote:

Sackett Studios wrote:
I got bored today and decided to take a self portrait


you must not be in the "zone" yet.. you must of had an escort nearby....hahahaha

I was going for the Rock's raised eyebrow. I think it may have failed me haha


- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

POLARPICS wrote:
my pictures may not be PRO worthy, but i like learning my flaws and errors on a poor mans budget with the ever so "WTF was i thinking here to get this shot?"
... or

let me use a clamp on this BBQ to hold my reflector for this session, or better yet, let me call up one of my friends say Mario or Harold and assist me on one of my shoots... CRANK THE JAMS, fire up the QUE, and keep the finger on the trigger..

thats the "POORMANS SHOOTOUT"...

if you like doing those... let me hear a HELL YA!!!

re-edit... TOP OF THE PAGE SUCKAS!!!!

ummm hel yeah

POLARPICS wrote:
Heres my idea shootout... not exactly to scale but let me vent...

Get a nice timeshare house (split cost for weekend between 6 photographers)

(2) photogs on Friday, (2) on Saturday, and (2) on Sunday

Models must be chosen by the photographers who have the house for that day.
All models must pay a $60 entry fee to help pay for the use of property and photographers time and release of images. 

Escort Fee- $100 dollars, and that goes to "you" the photographer who had the model who brought an escort.

Photogs shoot from 10am to 1am
Photog and models are allowed to sleep over/in the property after shot

Previous night/day photographers must leave the house by 9am, with house in tact

Photographers are responsible for their daily food and drinks on the day they shoot, while keeping up with cleaning for the next day photographers


a fun BBQ between ALL participating models and photogs on Sunday at 6pm
(meet and greet style )

A courtesy donation of $10 per model/photog covers food, drinks, ice, for all to share at the BBQ.

"Non model related guest" must pay a $5 fee upon entering just for Sundays BBQ



somethng lke that.... ok going to bed now.

the only problem i see is that on sunday the photogs and models time are cut down due to the bbq, while the other 4 photogs have all day fri and sat


- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

Sackett Studios wrote:
the only problem i see is that on sunday the photogs and models time are cut down due to the bbq, while the other 4 photogs have all day fri and sat


- Travis Sackett
www.TravisSackett.com

that's true. Why not shoot until 6pm everyday? That's 8 hours to shoot. then they can relax and hangout or whatever.

HBP Photography wrote:

that's true. Why not shoot until 6pm everyday? That's 8 hours to shoot. then they can relax and hangout or whatever.

or you can have 3 photogs fri and sat and have sunday be a free for all day, just a suggestion

Sonja Sky wrote:
I enjoy this thread! A lot of good info. I will keep checking in.
~~good glad you came and peep'd it, and enjoy'd it~~

If anyone likes what they see don't be afraid to shoot me a PM
~~Maybe you shouldnt do a "POST~n~GO". and actually get involved a lil more, and give us a reason to get to know you~~~

Best wishes & much success!
~~Thank you, you too~~

HBP Photography wrote:

I can see US shooting in this one room!!! thats way enough room for 7 pair of strobes, 5 models, 11 photographers, and 6 escorts who double as wardrobe assistant to the models..... hahahahah

(im kiding folks, the escorts would have to step out)

Exile Creations wrote:
Just wanted to drop in and say hi to all you vegas folks. I'm also from vegas.
I saw mention of renting a house... looks like i better bookmark this topic.
Hopefully I'll see some of you around,
Tim

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Welcome Tim, we want everyone to voice an opinion, concept, photos, ideas, or even pictures that didnt make the cut or even outake of the photographer or models themselves.  Glad your bookmarking this link.  We're also looking for somoene to take the reigns and start up a Meet and Greet event without hurting the pocket-book at the same time

POLARPICS wrote:
I hope everyone is having a good day.. if your not, just keep looking at this pic, maybe that will change your perspective outlook.

"I wonder what they're doing?" I guess with names like Aloha and Apple you can't go wrong.

Images of a Future Muse wrote:
im really diggin the pics by everyone especially Mr Harod, Mr.Travis, and the studio pics from Mr Kevin Connery (great low MM number too btw) but what about the rest of the people.

I'm still working on and off on what I shot last Friday, oh no it's been a week now.  I'm a slacker.





I gotta design new business cards too...  dammit.

Haoyuan Ren wrote:

That ROCKS!

Haoyuan Ren wrote:
I'm still working on and off on what I shot last Friday, oh no it's been a week now.  I'm a slacker.

I gotta design new business cards too...  dammit.

Sir, I really enjoy looking at your work. I have to make new business cards too. I'll get around to it.

-The Dave- wrote:

That ROCKS!

I so agree! I've so gotta get shooting again and get stuff like this in my port. I have been so outa the loop....hides port in hangs head in shame...