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John Stutz

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #25 on: March 30, 2008, 08:17:51 PM »
I just updated my web site with a few images from my first two test shoots. They're at the bottom of my portfolio page -- hard to miss. I'm going to add a description to these sets of what I'm learning on these shoots, but haven't gotten around to it yet since I'm still in the midst of reconstructing my web site. My test sets won't be posted forever, but I'll leave them up for a few weeks while I continue these test of my studio lighting.

Warning [depending on your point of view, this may or may not be a warning -- in all liklihood it's the exact opposite of that]: Exposed boobies within.

I've got one more test shoot on Tuesday, and then I'm holding off on further shoots until a new set of light modifiers arrives. I ordered this new equipment based on what I learned on my first two shoots.

Constructive comments?  (I know the lighting on first set sucks, you need not point that out).

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #26 on: March 31, 2008, 12:14:28 AM »
You Liar!!!! You Said your test shoot Pics would'nt be that Good. Dam John!!! They are very Good. Your just very Talented.

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #27 on: March 31, 2008, 02:52:44 AM »
You Liar!!!! You Said your test shoot Pics would'nt be that Good. Dam John!!! They are very Good. Your just very Talented.

Beginner's luck?

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #28 on: March 31, 2008, 05:16:44 AM »


Constructive comments?  (I know the lighting on first set sucks, you need not point that out).


I'm wondering if this is an assinine observation on my behalf but I'll mention it in hopes you'll set me straight.
I know you aren't happy with the 1st set ,but they are still really good they appear "bright" to me.....and the 2nd set looks a little too dark to me . . I'm sure you wanted them that way

I am just saying what I think ..they are pleasing regardless

just my opinion and an uneducated one at that

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #29 on: March 31, 2008, 08:11:39 AM »
Hmmmmm...............i would have to say it's not a very "flattering picture" of the model
other than that it captures "rawness" and a "primitiveness"

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #30 on: March 31, 2008, 08:47:10 AM »


she's a cave woman....

I've seen more artistic work in high school year books

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #31 on: April 01, 2008, 05:08:10 PM »
John, as you well know, shoot shoot shoot and oh yeah shoot again and you'll have it down pat! 
I know you didn't start out shooting images like you have now! 
Lighting indoors is a rough gig.  There is soo little flexibility with them...it just takes getting comfortable.
I hated it at first, and now I absolutely LOVE the control I get!  No more shoots ruined by weather...if it's raining, we just move inside!
So if I may ask...what did you get...ProPhoto, Broncholor, Norman?
Rick


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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #32 on: April 06, 2008, 01:35:34 AM »
John, as you well know, shoot shoot shoot and oh yeah shoot again and you'll have it down pat! 
I know you didn't start out shooting images like you have now! 
Lighting indoors is a rough gig.  There is soo little flexibility with them...it just takes getting comfortable.
I hated it at first, and now I absolutely LOVE the control I get!  No more shoots ruined by weather...if it's raining, we just move inside!
So if I may ask...what did you get...ProPhoto, Broncholor, Norman?
Rick


Well, actually, I shot for 12 years with absolutely no progress or success. And then one day everything changed and it has been a combination of magic and luck ever since. I wish I could say it was years of gradual improvement, but honestly, I have no idea how it all happened like it did.

My problem with indoor lighting doesn't seem to be a lack of flexibility. In fact, I'd pinpoint it at precisely the opposite. There are an infinite amount of options and flexibility, none of which I understand. Whereas outdoors, there are practically no options to deal with; I generally keep my camera on the same setting for the entire year of shooting [ISO=125, 1/4000, f/2.8].

My equipment is Paul Buff: Zeus/White Lightning. I got a shload of equipment that all seems way more than I need for an unbelievably low low price. With tax deductions, I save another 40-50%. My list of equipment is enormous. I essentially outfitted my whole studio for the less than the cost of one power pack from the aforementioned lighting equipment supliers!

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Re: Models Wanted (not book related)
« Reply #33 on: April 22, 2008, 10:56:41 PM »
On Wednesday, I'm expecting a shload of studio lighting equipment to show up on my doorstep. I'm setting up a new indoor studio to try some new tricks. I'm looking for a few special individuals to help me try it out. If interested, drop me a line (by e-mail, do not PM).

wish I could be there
J