Jennifer Sangria In Hill 1

About the shoot:

My name is Jennifer Sangria. I rented the studio with photographer, Kevin Trinh. I wanted to do a shoot that shows comfort while still looking sexy. The bedroom setting in Hill 1 definitely is versatile to any of the looks I had in mind.

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Model: Jennifer Sangria, IG @lovesangria
Photographer: Kevin Trinh, IG @trinh.photography

The stage:

Studio Hill 1 has a few distinct features you will not find in any other stages. Facing the west side this stage gets lots of natural light in the afternoon and has amazing lighting conditions during the golden hour. Among included props are industrial wooden table with benches, two antique green chairs and white leather comfy chair. And the bed. The bed that comes with clean sheets (fees apply) and photogenic look, ready for always anticipated, the “bed scene” Besides, Hill 1 comes equipped with black, white and grey backdrops already installed and three strobe lights included in the hourly rate. Have a look at Hill 1 on our website information, prices and availability. .

Become Better Photographer: Focus Stacking with David Bergman

*For more information visit AdoramaTV YT page, and of course you can keep up with David on Instagram and Twitter @DavidBergman. LATEST UPDATE: David opened up new IGTV episodes where you can ask him questions live! find out more at http://www.AskDavidBergman.com

For a close-up macro image, if you ever had hard time getting everything in focus then you are in luck – in this tutorial we will explore a technique called “Focus Stacking”

David Bergman shares his experience shooting with focus stacking: “The other day I was playing around with a macro lens shooting close-up images of everything. Macros give you a much shallower depth of field than a regular lens, so you just get a sliver that’s in focus, and everything gets blurrier the further away it is from the focus plane.”

“It’s a cool, but a couple of times I wanted everything in focus, from front to back. One way is to close down my aperture to f/32 and try again, but I found the picture still wasn’t ticky-tack sharp, all the way through.”

“That’s when I remembered a technique called focus stacking, and I’m to tell you it’s super easy to pull off. All you do is shoot multiple overlapping images, with different areas of the image and focus, and then combine them all together in the computer after the fact.”

“There’s a few things you want to make sure to do. Of course you should use a tripod, couple of reasons. First the images all need to be as close to lined up as possible. It’ll just make things easier in post. But more importantly, if you use a low ISO for highest image quality, then your shutter speed might be kind of slow, and you don’t want any camera shake at all.”

“Another thing is that you want to use manual exposure, so your pictures are the same brightness, otherwise it’ll get all funky when you combine them. Lastly I like to use the lenses sweet spot, which is about 2 or 3 stops down from wide open. Most lenses are sharpest right there. So if you’re using a 2.8 lens then you want to be between 5.6 and f/8. Your mileage may vary, but that’s what you should aim for, If sharpness is your goal.”

“So just start on the front, shoot a picture, then change your focus to get the next part in focus, and repeat over and over, until you’ve covered the entire subject in the computer. You can use dedicated software to combine the images, or just do what I do – use Photoshop! Simply put all the images on separate layers in one document, use the ‘Auto Align’ command to make sure everything is lined up, and then go to auto blend layers, and pick stack images.”

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Violetta Panina In NYC Studio 1

About the shoot:

My name is Violett. I’m a nutritionist, blogger and fitness model. We had a photoshoot for my blog and Instagram.

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Model: Violetta Panina, IG @violettcoach

Photographer: Pavel Donskoi, IG @donskoilive

At FD Studios:

NY Studio 1 known as “White Floor” studio has a few distinct features you will not find in any other stages. Facing the west side this stage gets lots of natural light in the afternoon and has amazing lighting conditions during the golden hour. Among included props are industrial white platform. And the bed. The bed that comes with clean sheets (fees apply) and photogenic look, ready for always anticipated, the “bed scene” Besides, Studio 1 comes equipped with black, white and grey backdrops already installed and three strobe lights included in the hourly rate. Have a look at New York Studio 1 on our website information, prices and availability.

Become Better Photographer: Pole Position with David Bergman

This quick lesson is dedicated to improving the composition of the shot and learning how to position the subject of the photo in the frame. Following our favorite AdoramaTV show with David Bergman let’s find out the best tricks from the photographer.

David Bergman takes us to his outdoor photoshoot in New York: “I love to photograph people in the real world. I’ve got Maria out here in New York City and want to shoot her in this environment.”

“But while the background adds a lot to the images it can also take away some of the focus off her. If I don’t watch very carefully, the biggest mistake beginning photographers make is not looking at the background before pressing the shutter button. There are a lot of other things to worry about including exposure, focus, and facial expression. But if there’s something distracting back there then all that work might be for nothing. The most common distraction is having a tree or pole coming out of your subjects head!”

“If we’re in the park – there are trees everywhere, if we’re out on the street – there are light poles or telephone poles to deal with! So now that we see them how do we fix it? The simplest thing is to either move your subject or move yourself. Sometimes just a step to the left or right will help that background element to frame your subject instead of slicing right through them.”

“If moving left or right doesn’t work, you can also try to move yourself up or down the sky or the ground.”

“Another technique is to use a fast lens with a large aperture and blur your background to the point where you can’t see much detail. And if none of those options work, then just get in as tight as you can and get rid of the background completely. You’ll lose the feel of the environment but it’ll be pretty obvious what you want to be seen in your pictures”

“At the end of the day, the key is to slow down and pay attention to every element in your images. Keep your backgrounds from getting distracting, and the focus will be clearly on your subject.”

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Natalie In Hill 7

About the photographer:

Since I can remember I have always loved to be creative. First it was with music, then writing, painting and then photography. What started out as a hobby of expressive creativity, sparked into a small but growing business. My background in Advertising and Marketing, has been a great benefit when it comes to handling the back end of the business. I created my marketing materials, including my logo, and built my website on my own. I have been hands on with my photography since the get-go which has let me focus on my weakness and strengths when it comes to my content. I like to believe I capture more than an image. My goal when you look at my photos, is for you to feel something from it. That is the beauty in art, whichever medium it may be. I love being inspired by new ideas and enjoy collaborating with other artists. I especially like when I have a certain theme or idea in mind and see it come to life in a photo. That’s the beauty in photography-capturing a moment in time and have it be more than a point and shoot.

Natalie, owner of the comapny “Lizett Photography”.

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Photographer: Natalie, Website: lizettphotography.com ; IG @lizettphotography

Model: Jessica

The stage:

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.

Become Better Photographer: Polarizers with David Bergman

One of few must-have items for every photographer is a polarizer. While being cheap and small, it can bring a fortune of convenience at times when undesired reflections populate your frame. In this tutorial with photographer David Bergman and AdoramaTV we learn about the use of this handy gadgets.

Mr Bergman explains: “A circular polarizer or CPL is a very common type of filter used by outdoor photographers.”

“What it does is block polarized light from coming into your lens. You screw one of these things onto the front of your lens and rotate the filter ring, you’ll find that you can darken blue skies and eliminate reflections.”

“Now can we do this in the computer? Well, if you’re just looking to darken your sky and make the image more dramatic and contrasting then yes, you can absolutely do that afterwards in the computer. You’ll have a lot more control, and can pick and choose exactly what you want to make lighter or darker, but if you remember I also said the polarizer can eliminate reflections. A very common use is to take the glare off of water.”

“It can also get rid of unwanted reflections on glass windows, and other reflective surfaces like cars. That can be done in the computer, but it would be a huge pain in the butt and would never really look right. Polarizers are pretty cheap so go ahead and pick one up and keep it in your camera bag for those times when you might need it. If your photos are looking the dark in the sky then I would skip the polarizer and just do it in the computer.”

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Vivat Novum In Astoria 9

About the brand:

Vivat Novum (Vee-Vaht Noh-Vum) is a play on the latin acclamation ‘Vivat Rex’, or ‘Long Live the King. ‘Novum’ is the gender-neutral form of ‘Novus’, an adjective meaning new, unusual, or strange. The literal translation of Vivat Novum, ‘Long Live the Unusual’, is a new acclamation for today’s world. Vivat Novum designs versatile statement pieces that are weird, but accessible and elevated, but comfortable. Curiously, ‘Novum’ is also a Latin noun meaning ‘Revolution’. The slow fashion revolution, with its emphasis on ‘less, but better’ and sustainability, is at the core of our values as a brand. This first collection is primarily unisex with an emphasis on the form of the clothes. We wanted a space with lots of natural light that had an airy and worn look to compliment the smooth shapes of the clothing. Astoria 9 was the perfect shoot location. We were able to capture the atmosphere I wanted even on a cloudy day.

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Brand: Vivat Novum, Website: www.vivatnovum.com

Photographer: Jai Short, IG @ Jaisxlll

Male Model: Vince Choi, IG @ _vinceismine

Female Model: Kayla Ramos, IG @ p.ullmycurls

HMUA: Brittney Ward, IG @ iambrittneyw

Assistant: Brandon Williams, IG @ graffitibyalex

At the location:

FD Studios in New York are proud to offer one of our latest locations/creative spaces – Astoria! Currently offering 10 distinct stages for your artistic needs.

Become Better Photographer: RAW Image Conversion with David Bergman

If your computer freezes or crashes down unable to process a gazillion of images you just shot – this episode is for you! New York Photographer David Bergman and AdoramaTV has a great video with tips and tricks on how to minimize your wait upload time and save your computer from dreadful processing!

David teaches: “Digital photography has made it so easy to take lots of pictures. Fast motor drive, and more megapixels can add up to tens or even hundreds of thousands of images over time. That’ll really slow down your computer. If you don’t manage all those files the right way, here’s a tip that will significantly reduce the strain on your computer when working with a lot of photos. I’m hoping you shoot everything in RAW already, and you probably use a program like Lightroom Photoshop or my new favorite “capture one” to process those files. If you put all of your images into those programs, you’ll find that they choke up and slow down over time.”

“The key is to only bring in your best images, so use a separate viewer program to look at your photos first, and bring only the ones that you need into the converter. A program like Photo Mechanic will let you flip through even your highest res images very quickly. I can go through thousands of frames in probably 10 or 15 minutes.”

“What I do is multiple passes through my images, picking fewer and fewer photos each time. On a typical concert shoot I could take over 4,000 pictures easily. After doing this process I get it down to about 40 or 50. Now I’ll only take those final images, and bring them in to capture one, where I can take my time and work on each one until they’re perfect. So after a hundred concerts instead of having 4,000 images I’ve only got 40. HUGE difference. So edit down your images and only tone up the ones that you need. Your computer will thank you for it!”

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Raynal Ponder In Pro Studio 1

About the shoot:

Raynal Ponder, the owner of MemoraycoFilms, is a glamour photographer based in the Inland Empire, specializing in beauty, boudoir, and fashion work. Raynal is an eclectic photographer who has worked with an array of clients across the U.S. Whether new to the model game or used to the flashing lights, Raynal brings out confidence in his subjects and captures their ethereal fairytale beauty, while his minimalist post-production style stays true to their natural, authentic selves.

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Photographer: Raynal Ponder, IG @memoraycofilms; Website Instagramm

Model: Jada, IG @Jada_Woodberry

At the location:

Pro I is a versatile daylight studio featuring big windows, a fire escape, a silver chaise, a modern bathtub, and a stunning overall urban motif. A red access wall is also included in this unique photo studio for rent. The fire escape provides a backdrop for one-of-a-kind city views, and the modern bathtub adds a touch of elegance to any shoot. The wood floors are complimented with a rolling artistic double-sided flat covered with shining sequins on one side and paper tubes on the other. There is also a large emerald textured walls corner and a moving stone-line platform for an additional set up.
Like all FD Photo Studio rentals, Pro I comes with a wide range of included equipment. In addition to that, standard photo backdrops of black, white and grey color, and studio lighting for stills are also included in the hourly rate. Make sure to catch the coolness of this space with your photo and video cameras and book with us NOW.