Lecture notes and Overview.
Importance of casting a model/ What to look for;
- Do a casting session
-Ask for polaroids if possible
- Ask for a un-retouched photo
- Does my model have a wide variety of poses ( Direct model on set to give them a idea of what you want)
-Communicate clearly and direct your model
- Choose the right model for your look by considering the genre of your shoot, structure and features of chosen model
-Lighting is important in Beauty shoots, a clear bright focus on the eye area can enhance eye colour
-Never give your model any unfinished images, if see by the wrong person it can be damaging for your work
-Consider naturally beautiful features of your model and their skin e.g. freckles, and how you can enhance them
- Having a calm working environment is essential for yourself, your model and the rest of them team helping and assisting you, plan everything in terms of time and practically and come to your shoot in a positive mood
-Do not put too much pressure on yourself
-Look after your model, make them feel comfortable, pampered and be extra attentive and have good communication with them as you need to been of the same wavelength in order to direct successfully
- Bring tear sheets (Inspiring images) that you may want to use or practice at the sheet and also so you can show your model and give them an idea of what you want
-Choose a mood for your shoot
-Have a back up plan for any cancellations or last minute drop outs
-Catch quite moments were model is natural and caught off guard
-Consider styling of hands and nails in your image
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