In this session, we explored the use of props and how it elevates a photoshoot.
There were a selection of weird props provided for this session which allows us to experiment with the potential of objects. I have chosen a chandelier, rhinestone sticker and aluminum foil. Whilst choosing the location for the shoot, I noticed a space which had very bright direct light with yellow and orange hues; it reminded me of the sunlight and thought it would reflect very will with the crystals of the chandelier. Through utilising the light and props, we were able to capture some interesting shots that had unique reflections and shadows. We also played with the position of props and how it can be incorporated into the body and image; the overall shoot focused on hands and the jewelleries I was wearing (many rings) which combines the idea of fashion and setting together.
The second-half of the session involves selecting and editing the images. I noticed the usefulness of cropping images and discovered a complete new look when the focus changes. I tried to be as experimental as I can with the editing and tried out many editing software since they offer different filters and effects. As my images contained primarily white and silver colours, I tried to make the photos have a deep contrast to create dynamic. The lighting resulted in lots of shadows etc. so I also used filters and effects that would reinforce it and make it more obvious.
This session was interesting and I enjoyed it because I was able to utilise different props and explore their potential; for example the use of a prop in a fashion shoot does not limit to the model holding it but instead it can be used in many unconventional ways such as becoming a filter, creating shadows, distortion and reflection etc.