Photoshoot

Mise-En-Scene

Location

The location for my photoshoot will be my bedroom wall as it's plain white and that's what I want due to the fact that I want my backdrop to be clean and simple for my model to standout against. Furthermore the large wall I have has 3 large windows which will allow the natural lighting in which means that I will be able to get clearer pictures which looks nicer. Another benefit is that it will be easier to edit the background if I ever decide to add a digital pattern to it.

Costume

The reason to why I chose my artist to wear this is because firstly it looks pretty and it's very much in trend. Secondly due to the hidden symbolism for example the key necklace signifies that she holds the key to her lovers heart but the black rose will contradict this as their relationship is dying. The white dress will portray her innocence as well as purity but the black flats will show that with every step she takes she's fading away from him. The red rose is always iconic to have as a prop in many romance style pictures which is why I have added it.

This second outfit is showing more of her independent side which is shown through the use of heavy jewellery and military styled high heel boots which signifies that she has more dominance in the relationship and that she is also physically higher. But I have balanced this out with the use of black leggings as it will show how this has a negative effect on their love. The use of the blue sweater will portray her emotional feelings in a not-so obvious way. Furthermore, I have added the iconic white rose which will hopefully show continuation from the advertisement, album and music video.

These are some of the pictures which I have taken to use for the Magazine Advert and Album cover. The reason to why I had taken the pictures first is because it was quick and easy. I used my usual Canon 11100D. I set the mood to Macro to focus on her and blur the background as I want her to stand out more. I also tried different lighting for example as these photos were taken in my bedroom I had the benefit of the natural lighting from my window directly to the wall which she was standing on which led to a more natural and relaxed photo as the colors seem more subtle. 

Now with the use of the hard light I was able to capture very bright and clear pictures however parts of the image have been washed out due to her light skin tone as well as the wall reflecting of of it. This has led to harsh shadows and uneven lighting.

 

Photos which I am likely and unlikely to choose: (ALL ARE UNEDITED)

This photo is one of my absolute favourites and it was in fact a stolen shot. Her body language is very demure and the reaction on her face is relaxed which will be good for an advert or an album. She is looking directly at the camera which will speak out to my audience as a form of mode of address. Her hands are in an abnormal possition which is different from the usual poses. This will make the picture very unique.

This picture is taken from a low angle which gives the impression that the audience will have to look up to her. Her facial expression is serious but her eyes says otherwise, they show a form of pleadig request which may influence people to bus  the album to listen to her songs and explain her emotions. Again her eyes are focused on the camer however she's looking down at it making her a look down on people. This may/may not be good as my audeince will not like being looked down on.

I personally adore this picture due to her facial expression which makes her over flow with "aegyo" which in English translate as "cute" or "cuteness". The wink signifies child-like personality and the finger on the cheek may also protray her as a playful artist. This will be a good picture to use for the advert as it will attract many people on the other hand it doesn't show any continuity from the album, advert and the music video as most of the songs are serious and this image doesn't link.

This is a very cute pose which will attract the majority if the male and female population. This maybe an attractive photo but it doesn't portray the emotions behind the song or music video. Therefor making no connection. I don't think I'll be using this as a main picture but I may use it for the photobook for album.

This image shows simplicity which is what I'm thinking of going for the album. But as she's looking down she looks too sad and shy which may target audience may not like. However this image does reflect the music video which shows a connection between the two. There could be a possibility that I will use this for the back cover of the CD or a spine logo image.

 This image shows a happier and joyful side of Richa which instantly contrasts with the image above. the fact that she is smiling and looking directly at the camera will appeal to my audience. The brightness in the picture is also quite useful as this means that I won't need to change much. The rose in her hand also grabs some focus as the audience will wonder why she's holding it and why she's smiling. This will baffle them and may possibly connect the rose to the song Disturbance.








This is a really nice picture although she isn't looking at the camera, it protrays her youthful and playful personality. But at the same time the black rose counterbalance it which links with the songs in the album. I believe that this would be a great image to use for a front cover of the album.

 Here you can see that my artist is not looking at the camera  this shows less focus on her and the audience will not appreciate that. The audience however will be very interested to where she is looking and will not focus on the artist herself. In this and the following images I have her a red/pink rose instead to experiment to see if it looks nicer. It does grabs the peoples' attention very quickly as the rest of the image is very bland.

 This is an image I will most probably use this is because her face is hardly seen and the back of her head is more on focus. The audience will not like that as they would like to see the face of the artist at the first glance.







This image is where I began to play around with the camera angle and by using a low angle she portrays the innocent side of her. On the other hand some of the audience may not like this as she looks very fragile.  I am trying to portray her as an independent woman who doesn't need a man in her life.

In conclusion I believe that the photoshoot was incredibly successful and I was able to capture interesting and useful images to use for both of my ancillary tasks. I believe that by having the photos taken against a blank white wall it will be very easy to edit using photoshop. I may decide to add a texture on on the background and by having a white wall it will be easy to add.