This is an example of a lingerie shoot with a beautiful glamour model through the eyes of a fashion photographer like Shaun Alexander.
For years Shaun has been shooting some of the most exciting fashion and glamour layouts for many catalog companies, magazines and advertising campaigns, but Shaun’s love for female beauty and this sexy lingerie by Victoria’s Secretinspired him for this shoot at one of Shaun’s latest Photography workshops with a very talented Photographer from France: Sylvie Drion-Halbin
HIGH FASHION MIXED WITH HIGH LEVEL OF ART DIRECTION IN POST
Finding the best Fashion Photographers for a photo shoot can be a demanding task especially after ease of access to digital photography and inexpensive DSLR cameras, many amateur photographers claim to be professional photographers, when truth of the matter is that 99% of them never had a proper education or training.
NOT ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS ARE CREATED EQUALLY!
Hopefully this article will help you hire the best Fashion Photographer for your next project. Things to consider are:
1-BODY OF WORK AND PORTFOLIO
Make sure you carefully review their portfolio , looking for creativity, style, versatility, technical delivery and lighting
2-EXPERIENCE
Best photographers in the world are the most seasoned ones…trust me on that, Experience matters!
3-ART DIRECTION AND VISION
The photographer’s style and art direction is what sets him and eventually his clients apart from the rest
4-DELIVERING AND EXECUTING THE CLIENT’S VISION
Experienced photographers have the ability to combine their client’s vision and their own artistic style to create a perfect result each and every time
5-HAVING A PERFECT TEAM IS VERY IMPORTANT
Making sure that your photographer has access to a team of hair, Makeup, and fashion stylists, post production and retouching experts that he or she trusts
6-IMAGE QUALITY
Must meet the highest standards, no matter shooting for magazine covers or giant billboards, delivering the best possible images are what any top photographer must be able to provide.
7-PROFESSIONAL EQUIPMENT AND STUDIO IS A MUST
Shooting on location or studio requires a certain amount of professional gears that will enhance and ensure the best results, lacking those equipment can effect the final look and they are important
8-PERSONALITY
Manners and communication skills to help directing his team and the models as well as working with clients can be crucial, make sure you take your time and talk to your selected photographers prior to hiring them.
9-FLEXIBILITY AND CREATIVITY
Since each photography project can have it’s own challenges, being able to cope with those constantly changing issues require a flexible and creative person
finding a photographer with those qualities can make a a big difference in the overall experience of your project
10-LAST BUT NOT LEAST, LIGHTING, LIGHTING & LIGHTING
How to find a Professional fashion photographer in Los Angeles
WITHOUT A PROPER LIGHTING, NO MATTER HOW BEAUTIFUL THE CLOTHES, MAKE UP OR THE MODELS…
The final images will not have the same look and impact as the ones that do have the proper lighting techniques. Each style of photography requires certain style of lighting and only a few top photographers in the world can deliver those visually breathtaking images that can help a brand to become instantly famous.
Taking beautiful images can be easy, but taking images that can help a company to become internationally famous take much more than just a good photographer, but a top experienced fashion advertising photographer that can deliver images that are universally appealing and recognizable
Brands such as Guess, Dior, Armani, Versacci, Cavalli, D&G etc…understand the concept of BRANDING and MARKETING through PHOTOGRAPHY
They spend millions of dollars on their ad campaigns, catalogs, lookbooks, magazine ads etc…not because they like to but because they have to stay competitive and on top pf their game in this ruthless world of FASHION and they only trust a few top fashion photographers in the world to deliver the job.
Next time you search for someone like that make sure that you pur Shaun Alexander Photography on your selected top photographers list. Shaun is truly a genius of his era with close to three decades of solid experience both in film and digital photography as well as Video production, Music video production, album covers, promotional branding videos, TV commercials and more
Learn Various professional lighting techniques, to create the most effective product photography, for commercial or E-Commerce. Step by Step one on one Product Photography workshops. For those that wish to become product photographers. But do not have years or thousands of dollars for expensive photography schools. These product photography courses are designed to teach you all the basic and advance fundamentals of product photography. This workshops, will help the participants to create a high end and luxurious product photography Portfolio, For your website.
Product photography and and Jewelry photography can be fun, creative , exciting and lucrative. In our product photography workshops we will be discussing variety of lighting techniques and product styling that I used to create similar product shots as seen on this page. Creative product photography is not only about showing off the details but also about creating the mood, style and atmosphere that make your shots artistic and interesting to the viewers. Art direction and creating unique sets as well as lighting techniques used to create these images will be discussed in our product photography workshops. Please Join us in our upcoming photography workshops or send us your inquiry by clicking here These are images we did with my last student and this is what he said: Handmade Pearl Necklace Fashion Jewelry PhotographyCreative Fashion Jewelry Photography workshopFashion Jewelry catalog PhotographyTibetan Bracelets
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A Professional Fine Art Photographer & Artist based in Los Angeles, California
Abstract Art prints
Fine Art Photography, Modern Art exhibitions by LA Artists Shaun Alexander
Abstract contemporary Art exhibition
Artist Shaun Alexander’s showcasing his latest fine art creations inspired by one of his favorite cities and people in the world.
PRAGUE
Is the inspiration and his backdrop in this unique collection
This highly anticipated art show is taking place in Los Angeles California for the upcoming exhibition
Each image is a divine combination of colors,well composed imagery using variety of techniques to achieve the textures, composition and colors inspired by Shaun’s favorite master painters like Van Gogh , Picasso, Rembrandt , Renoir, Dali, Dega, etc…
Shaun’s background as an artist and sculptor has paved his way in the fashion world as a top fashion photographer and a well respected artist in the Los Angeles art community and around the world
These images will be exhibited and sold as one of a kind limited editions, numbered and signed by the artist
Aluminum Prints
Is a revolutionary technique, using a combination of highest quality paint penetrated and defused in to each molecules of the aluminum, making the colors impossible to fade away or wash off even if displayed in heavy rain
This water resistant, sun resistant, weather resistant technique , makes the art works ideal for indoors or outdoors. Not to forget to mention that each piece is finalized and finished with an enhanced high gloss UV coating for more durability and brilliance!
CANVAS PRINTS
Uses a very similar technique on highest quality canvas, for more gallery finished canvas art for those that prefer the look and feel of an old fashion art and texture on canvas. Unlike the Aluminum prints, the canvas prints are more for indoor use and are not weather resistant and must be kept in an indoor environment
That’s why we would like to invite you to see these beautiful collection up close and personal to find out which one is the right match for your taste, home or office
Pre sales and Art show invitation are limited by a guest list, if you would like to be invited as a buyer to any of our upcoming Art shows please feel free to subscribe to our art buyers list by contacting us here. subject line: ART BUYER
Thank you in Advance
The Art Exhibition Team
Photographic Art and Paintings by LA Photographer Shaun Alexander
Photographic Art, Fine Art, Paintings at Los Angeles Gallery exhibition
Impressionist Art, Fine Art, Paintings exhibition in Los Angeles
Fine Art paintings, photography by Professional Photographer and Artist Shaun Alexander
Art Prints and Paintings exhibition by Shaun Alexander
Photography Art, Fine Art, Digital and Abstract Art in Los Angeles Art Galleries by Shaun Alexander
Fine Art photography by LA Professional Photographer Shaun Alexander
Photography and lighting workshops in beautiful southern California by Los Angeles photographer Shaun Alexander
Photography workshops fashion editorial and indoor lighting techniques in Los Angeles by Shaun Alexander
Outdoors Photography lighting classes for professional photographers and amateur photo students in Los Angeles by Shaun Alexander
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I am blessed and humbled to know that many of you travel thousands of miles to be here, this is the least I can offer to make sure that you have a wonderful and pleasant experience during your photography workshop and stay in southern California
Due to an overwhelming requests for my photography workshops and portfolio shoots from all over the world, I am proud to announce this offer for those of you that are considering to book a photography workshop or a private photo session.
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With love for music, Shaun Alexander makes it worth his while to create state-of-the-art CD covers, album covers and magazine covers that has contributed a lot in the careers of recording artists, especially in their popularity and desirability. He has photographed amazing album covers for Queen of Pop Madonna, Against All Odds singer Phil Collins, and long-time band U2 and many more. These covers have made headlines, or if not headlines, hit makers because of Shaun’s astounding music photography which he takes pleasure in shooting.
Los Angeles Music Photographers Album covers, CD covers and Band portraits in LA
Music plays a great part in the inspiration of Shaun Alexander. Music alone can be a Los Angeles photographer’s muse other than models, celebrities and recording artists. It is important for a photographer to be up-to-date with the latest sounds, especially the music of his subjects. Shaun captures portraits like no other Los Angeles music photographercan. He easily gets the picture out according to how the recording artist wants it to be, and he certainly shows the essence of their music through the covers of magazines and CDs.
Album Covers by Shaun Alexander Los Angeles Music Photographer
In this way, he gets to connect with them and be able to produce results that aren’t distant to what the singer wants and who he or she is as an artist and as his or her self. Such work is carried out by Shaun perfectly. Almost every time, there’s an album to be released, a music video to shoot, or a CD cover to make, motivating him to make sure that his work satisfies the client and makes him proud of another accomplishment. Photoshop helps, but Shaun casts his own spell on each snapshot and there- you have a masterpiece.
Music Photograph of Montana Shane by LA Music Photographer Shaun Alexander
Shaun knows which object in the picture to highlight, and he does it beautifully. In his snapshots, neither light nor shadow ever overwhelms the subject and neither does it show inadequately. The covers for Montana Shane are extremely rock ‘n roll, hardcore and yet there’s still a mellow side to it made possible by his expertise in lighting and ability to shoot great angles. Ready to show his creativity, talent and skill as a LA music photographer.
fashion photographer Shaun Alexander and Top fashion model Tanya Antaliokva
This is one of my favorite fashion headshots of Tanya, we actually did not plan for this shot at all, as she was getting her hair cut I happened to have my camera handy and a small soft box was used to get the soft defused lighting
Fashion photography can sometimes be so simple and having a top fashion model is always helpful to capture beautful images that can make a life time impression
Please visit my photography workshop page if you are interested in becoming a better photographers, make up artists or fashion stylists.
Photography Lighting workshops by top fashion photographer Shaun Alexander
Fashion photography lighting by fashion editorial photographer Shaun Alexander
No matter how gorgeous the makeup looks, it is never noticed in photos if the lighting is impaired. Once again, this highly regarded photography skill is mentioned, dragging along the name of world famous fashion photographer Shaun Alexander for his spectacular lighting techniques. Color is important, and he has the talent in letting color and light unite, turning pictures into the most smashing portraits you’d ever see.
Only the best photographers can capture the beauty of each atmosphere, body, person or object. The secret is lighting, according to Shaun Alexander. He takes amazing photographs like no other. With the mastery of photography lighting, he is able to produce flawless candid shots especially the most memorable momentum at the right timing.
Lighting is yet a skill to improve for amateur photographers, but for Shaun Alexander, he has perfectly mastered it. For perfect photography lighting to work, the artist is gifted with an ability to see what would turn images into bestsellers. Where light strikes and does not is similar to considering which part of the subject must be shaded or left alone in sketching. Shaun is quite cautious about his lighting techniques as it is his secret to taking great photographs. He shares this to aspiring photographers throughout the globe.
Those who have no idea that it is lighting that gives photography a spark are likely to ogle and admire the colors, the pose, or how the model looks. Yet they fail to see what’s utterly visible at the moment, what exactly makes the picture as immaculate as it appears to be. It is no other than the light that falls on specific angles. Shaun literally gives light through lighting techniques and he also gives enlightenment with his groundbreaking portfolio by showing how lighting can make a difference in a range of photographs that people are destined to see.
In every picture, Shaun brings lighting to perfection. It took him places in more than twenty-seven years of experience as it does up today. Just take time to marvel at his portfolio and you’ll discover a separate art in photography that Shaun Alexander is known for- his own.
photography by: Fashion beauty Photographer, Shaun Alexander
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Many photographers wonder what is the best lighting for beauty or fashion photography? Indoors or outdoors?
Strobes or continuous, incandescent or Fluorescent and I always say it makes no difference what type of lights is available to you as long as you know what to do with it.
In my 30+ years of professional life as a fashion photographer I have tried almost every possible lighting scenarios you can imagine, from a 10 dollar home depot halogen light to a $10.000 studio lights and I must say that I have managed to make some of the most interesting images with the cheapest lights
I still prefer the good old natural light over anything, no other lights can even come close to the most beautiful colors created by mother nature
Especially right before the sunset, or as we photographers call is the Magic hour!
No matter what type of light is going to light up your subject, the most crucial piece to a fantastic photography is your GLASS, by that I mean your lenses, and I have a few favorites, like my fixed 85mm 1.4 or even the 50mm 1.1 which would allow me to shoot in almost any lighting situation
Perhaps it is a good idea to have a small tripod with you at all times if you are planning to shoot at a low shutter and a higher aperture setting
I normally don’t like to go any lower than 1/60th of a second if I am shooting a live subject, but I also like longer exposure for interiors with available indoor lights like shooting inside a mall, or a building.
As you know the longer the exposure the crisper and more defined your none moving subjects going to be, but all of your moving subjects become either blurry, or if the exposure is long enough they will completely disappear from your shots.
The possibilities are endless once you get a better grasp of your lighting as well as your camera’s setting.
Film or digital, photography and photographers are only as good as their imaginations.
Photography has always been my passion and the biggest part of my life, and if anyone asked me for a few pointers, I’d say to them
1-Expand your horizons by looking at great master photographers work 2-Shoot something every day 3-Never settle for mediocre shots 4-Create a great team 5-Think outside of the box 6-Own a few great lenses 7-Make images that you will be proud of 8-Create your own style 9-Be open to challenges 10-And finally, Understand your blacks, whites and mid-tones
and if you do that, you should be in a great shape and have some amazing images
and if you still have more questions, I would be happy to answer them , just write me at shaun@zoomonme.com
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