Models, Mishawaka and Photo Fun
In between working photo shoots and tons of editing, it’s great to connect with other photographers and creative folks to play and talk shop. It offers us the opportunity to learn, share and build off of each others insights and experiences, and mixes up newbies with seasoned professionals.
One gorgeous fall afternoon in October, the Noco Pro Photo group spent Sunday up at Mishawaka. Awesome fall colors, the sound of the roaring river and plenty of sunshine — it was the perfect day to shoot outside.
We had models, make up artists, hair stylists — all the things we photogs need to do a high quality practice shoot and get better at our craft. Each photographer did a little of their own improv photo work to try new things, and it also gave the models an opportunity to get some professional shots with a bunch of different photographers in one afternoon. (A shout out to Julie Gallahue from NXT Model for getting some of the models for the shoot.)
For my shots I played with new lighting techniques and switched things up beyond my usual style. I also practiced with creating a different studio look and feel on location — something that is extremely important for consistency in unpredictable conditions and takes practice to trim down prep time and become efficient.
Overall it was awesome collaborating with the variety of creative talent and spending time playing in the Colorado woods. It definitely got my brain thinking of cool new shoot ideas.
If you want to know more about NocoPro Photo, we meet once a month officially on a Sunday for coffee and critique. We also plan fun mini-meetings during the month like talk beer and smack, as well as hosting classes (taught by me other members) and “challenge” shoots to help us all build technique. For more information check it out.
