WHAT ARE YOU SHOOTING TODAY? We Asked 4 Photographers Ep. 2

“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.”

Karl Lagerfeld

Continuing series of quick and fun photographer surveys we checked with 4 Los Angeles photographers what was their creative set theme of the day.

The full interview is available of YOUTUBE. For your convenience, here is the transcript of it as well.

Loretta Richert @lolagraphy_photo : Hi, I’m a dance and portrait photographer. I shoot mainly dancers and some yoga. This shoot is gonna be what all my shoots are like. I have two really amazing dancers showing up and it’s a collaboration when I shoot with the dancers, especially somebody so talented and good. One of them I shot with before.

Really, I kind of set the mood with the music that I see for the shoot, and then I let them warm up as I warm up shooting. I see how they’re moving, I see how I’m feeling, how I’m shooting, and we just kind of expand on it together. So, I have feedback and input but I’m also really open to seeing what shots we get and where we’re going. I did bring two really fun tutus, so I’m gonna shoot the two dancers in tutus and that’s all I have. That’s all I’ve got to start with.

Sasha @MoisNoMois : Today we’re shooting [@kdobraya], she’s a blogger from Moscow, a really good friend of mine. This is gonna be fun.

Zuzanna @the_zuz : What we’re shooting is purely a personal project. I found some of my old tear sheets in my house and I was just inspired by some of the shots. Since I had a free day I said, “Why not? Why not just do some personal work?”

Dee @trill_imagery : Today we’re gonna do some fashion editorial looks in the studio and maybe outdoors. I’m working with a great crew today and I can’t wait to see the outcome of the photos. You guys stay tuned.

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Clean Test Shots Of Carolina Marie

Classic grey and white backdrops is all what was needed for photographer Ahmad Smith to create a set of stunning photos, with stunning Carolina Marie.

Check out participants of the project:

photographer: Ahmad Smith | Instagram

model: Carolina Marie | Instagram

At the location:

The crew has chosen Stage A due to its size and affordability. Nevertheless, this Stage provides outstanding natural lighting conditions where there is a direct sunlight in the morning through north and east-facing windows, and beautifully soft indirect light as the day goes on. Equipped with all of the same great gear that’s included with all of our studios – strobes, light modifiers, radio trigger, and paper backdrops – it’s a wonderful place to be able to achieve different looks all in the same place. Visit Stage A on our website to learn more.

Stage Upgrade: HUUUGE Changes in Art 2 !

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Keeping up with the “light wall trend” (see stages Hill 2, Pro 3, ) stage Art 2 now has gotten its own! Two light walls at the lower half of the stage are now completely redone with dark wood veneer (making the entire stage thematically coherent), and covered in rows and columns of your favorite fluorescent bulbs. Dimmable bulbs that is.

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Besides, the walls, a cute yellow ceiling lights are now spread out across stages upper half, asking for romantic scenes to be captured.

All props like a brown lounge chair, golden palm leaves, and other awesome props are still there!

The stage is equipped with the same great gadgets available in all of our studios – black, white, and gray photo backdrops as well as three strobes along with light modifiers. Take a look at Art 2 on our website for availability as well as rates.

Stage UPGRADE: TWO MORE Light Walls in Hill 2!

Black studio with LED dimmable lights available for photo and video rental in Los Angeles

Our blackout stage Hill2 seemed perfect from the beginning and hasn’t really gotten any updates since early 2018. This year we decided to redefine “perfect” in our terms and have added TWO MORE amazingly looking fluorescent bulb walls (now totaling to 4 light walls) on remaining bare sides of the stage.

Looking even more perfect now, isn’t it?

As with any our other stages a standard package of three basic backdrops and three lights is available within the stage already.

Check out Hill 2 on our website for included equipment and affordable rates!

T A M And J O N By Victoria Johansson

Amazing shots were taken by a prolific photographer Victoria Johansson. Shot in our rain room Hill 7, these gracious shots are both energetic and soothingly beautiful.

A snippet of Photographer’s story:

“My philosophy when it comes to photography is simple- I want to create images that are real, and that make you feel something. Images that stand the test of time. Images that one day will become family heirlooms. I do this by focusing on what truly matters- the people and the emotions making your day yours. So hire me if you want someone to document the memories of your wedding day and the stories behind them. Hire me to tell the most unique narrative ever told- the one about the day you married the love of your life.”

This session’s crew comprised of:

photographer: Victoria Johansson | Instagram | Website

model: | Instagram

Duo: | Instagram

At the location:

Studio Hill 7 also known as a rain-room stage, offers unique experience for photographers to capture images in a wet environment”. Equipped with one of a kind shower system, now you can shoot models in the “rain” against white/black backdrops. For more information visit stage Hill 7 on our website.

Roman Udalov And Blaine Provancha

Roman Udalov was working on a photo shoot when he met Blaine Provancha. “Blaine was only in town for a few days so we set up a quick test photo shoot. We only had one hour at the studio, but got some great shots.” – Roman shared with us 🙂

Few words about the Photographer:

“Born and raised in LA, but don’t mistake me for any ol’ Angeleno. I’ve lived all over the world, and i’ve found my way back. I usually have a camera in my hand, but sometimes a paintbrush as well. I enjoy making sets and then shooting them. I found my way into food photography about two years ago, which I love, because it doesn’t talk back. It’s given me an opportunity to shoot at some great events such as; XBOX One LA Launch, Dexter Season 8 Premiere Party, BET VIP PRE Party 2013 & 2014 and MGM Grand’s 90th Anniversary, as well as others. You can see more of my food and event photos over at Love Catering. Let’s chat some more.”

Check out participants of the project:

photographer: Roman Udalov | Instagram | Website

model: Blaine Provancha | Instagram

About this location:

Stage B is a benchmark blackout stage designed to provide complete control over the strobe light. Painted all black and with shut off windows this stage preserves complete darkness for your photo and video projects. As any of our stages, B comes equipped with black, gray, and white background paper, three strobe lights and numerous modifiers for your choice. To check the availability for this stage as well as find more helpful information about our rental please see the WEBSITE.

Prayers – Even A White Rose Has A Black Shadow

Cholo Goth band Prayers was photographed and interviewed by Josef Jasso for Nylon Espanol in our stage F!

Few words about the Photographer:

“Josef Jasso is a visionary photographer, a professional excelling in Fashion, Celebrity and Beauty Photography in Hollywood California. An experienced photographer having worked for advertising campaigns, magazine publications, celebrity clientele and having shown in gallery showcases. The images he creates are beyond simple portraiture, they are bold alluring statements pieces. High-voltage stylistic images that grabs attention, commanding one to stop, look, and talk about. The content of Josef Jasso’s images range from highly structured and momentous to vibrant and light hearted, but ALWAYS Timeless. ”

Check out participants of the project:

photographer: Josef Jasso | Instagram | Website

Band: PRAYERS | Website

About this location:

StageF was used for this team’s creative session. The studio is the smallest space we currently offer for our clients. Yet it is one of the most brightest stages with the tremendous amount of natural light coming from North West. It has gained a nickname – “light box” by some of our regulars and it truly fulfills it at any time of the day from dawn until dusk. This studio also features two section laminate floor of white and dark color for your creative needs. As with any of our stages, Studio F comes with 3 strobe lights already included in the hourly rate and backdrop seamless paper installed. Take a closer look HERE.

4 WEIRDEST MOMENTS During Photoshoots! We Asked 4 PROs

“Whatever situations you’re in, you have to find a way to rock it.”

Mary Marantz

Depending on the location, people you work with and random hiccups of uncontrollable universe, some peculiar situations might arise on set, which you might find simply weird. Maybe your maternity photoshoot will rapidly change direction, as baby suddenly decides that it’s her mother’s time to go into labor. Or during a nice set in the middle of a gorgeous meadow, a mischievous bee stings your model in the nose, and well of course it is a beauty shoot that you prepared for for months.

So what do you do?

We asked 4 PRO photographers in Los Angeles how they wing it 🙂

The full interview is available of YOUTUBE. For your convenience, here is the transcript of it as well.

Bekah Wriedt @bekahwriedt : I remember once I almost got kidnapped during a photo shoot. I don’t know if I could-

Bekah Wriedt @bekahwriedt : A white van. I was shooting downtown, and my model saw it. I had her turned to walk the other way, and she saw this white van flying towards us, and it had the door open. There was two men out, and we just went into our cars and drove away, and then they blocked the exit. They drove over the median, and it was quite the adventure.

Julia Mindar @juliamindar_photography : When I shoot outdoors, I see all these beautiful models. I have a lot of attention from the guys, passing by, whistling. This is the funny part, but I kind of like all these positive people are act positively. This is the fun part of this job, especially when they’re like … I shoot lingerie or something, so we get a lot of attention. We can have the little couch in there, taking pictures. It’s fun.

Kelly Elaine @kellyelainephoto : When I first moved to L.A., this must have been about six years ago or something. I wanted to get some new subjects, so I put an ad on Craigslist about doing black and white editorial work. I got three responses. One guy was fantastic and I still keep in touch with him today. One woman was a little off her rocker, but not dangerous, completely harmless. Then one other guy responded, and he said he would be fine with getting naked in the photos, if I wanted him to. Needless to say, I didn’t work with that guy. Just beware of Craigslist.

Loretta Richert @lolagraphy_photo : I have shot some dancers in the rain and in the mud, and I’ve hiked dancers into swimming ponds where it’s raining and muddy, and I’ll have them get in, and jump in. That’s a little peculiar, I guess. I mean, those are some of my … I love when something is odd or different about the shoot so I can kind of expand upon the peculiar.

WANT TO LEARN PHOTOGRAPHY?

Check out our WORKSHOPS in Los Angeles that teach you hands-on how to make great photos!

One of our closest workshops – Studio Lighting 102 : Portrait Photography Lighting!

will take place on February 6th, 7-9pm, in one of our Los Angeles studios !!!

Watch the full episode :

Robert Tate’s Perfect Portraits!

“Sunny, warm, smooth, soothing” is how one might describe these amazing photographs captured by one and only Robert Tate. Swimming in beautiful natural light, the model looks flawless!

A snippet of Photographer’s story:

“Robert Tate is an experienced photographer whose work focuses on fashion and portraiture. Robert’s work has been featured in various publications and countless fashion brands’ look books and catalogs. ”

This session’s crew comprised of:

photographer: Robert Tate | Instagram

model: | Instagram

At the location:

Stage Hill 3 is one of our largest and brightest stages. Advantageously positioned with the windows facing west and north, this stage gets plenty of sift indirect sunlight in the first half of the day and lots of direct sunbeams in the second half. As with any our other stages a standard package of three basic backdrops and three lights is available within the stage already. For more information visit stage Hill 3 on our website.