Chris de Vida » Portrait

Wonderful mood – how to create a diva?

Chris de Vida — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 21:45:23 +0000

Its the continued series of sensual studio shots. It worked out very well with Katya from Model Mayhem. The basic idea was to build a diva-like portrait. However, the lighting was overdone in a way, but high contrast was not as bad in the end. While playing around with a monochrome filter and a heavy dark treatment a more graphic appearence developed over time. It’s in the direction of wood carving now. How do you feel about that?

The colored pictures show the beautiful eyes and lips as well as the sensual mimics and a wonderful smile.

enjoy!

Emotional low-key portraits, monochrome vs. color

Chris de Vida — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:19:07 +0000

one of my most recent shootings together with the model Nika and a new make-up artist in town, Hatoe. Hatoe stepped in on short notice and did a wonderful job. This time we got another wonderful model on set: The black and beautiful Ibanez SA guitar which was a burner.. together with Nika. The initial idea was to go for another monochrome line with smokey eyes, nude lips and light-edges…

We tried to produce more emotional images. The idea worked out well since Nika is such a cute person to work with. But see some of the results by clicking below:

Post production was experimental and completely done with Paintshop Pro X2, you will see some more detail of the postproduction in the upcoming tutorial on skin and beauty retouche with Paintshop Pro X2. See you soon!

50 Lighting Setups for Portrait Photographers: Easy-to-Follow Lighting Designs and Diagrams (Paperback)

The Machine — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:38:56 +0000

“A fascinating and enjoyable read. It’s an excellent ready reference you’ll come back to.” —PhotographyVoice.com

Product DescriptionThis cookbook-style guide to portrait lighting contains all the ingredients necessary for a successful photo shoot. With 60 two-page spreads highlighting the techniques used to create stunning portraits alongside the portraits themselves, aspiring photographers will have a clear sense of both the “how” and the “why” of good lighting. Difficult questions such as How can I downplay a double chin and dark shadows under the eyes? and How can I produce a soft, romantic feel in a woman’s portrait? Are addressed and resolved in this no-nonsense guide to good lighting.

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Master Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers (Paperback)

The Machine — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:52:32 +0000

Time-tested lighting strategies that will improve the quality of a portrait are detailed in this book for beginning photographers. Terminology used by industry pros is explained, the equipment needed to create professional results is outlined, and the unique role that each element of the lighting setup plays in the studio is explored. Photographers learn how color, direction, form, and contrast affect the final portrait. The concise text, photo examples, and lighting diagrams enable photographers to easily achieve traditional lighting styles that have been the basis of good portraiture since the advent of the art.

About the AuthorChristopher Grey is the author of Creative Techniques for Nude Photography (more…)

Digital Portrait Photography: Art, Business & Style (A Lark Photography Book) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

The Machine — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:00:38 +0000

Most amateurs dream of taking professional-quality portraits; Steve Sint can show them how. After shooting over a million portraits, he has a wealth of knowledge to share, on everything from the basics of good composition to the fine details of advanced lighting techniques. Sint simply delivers a complete course in digital portrait photography: he discusses set-ups and backdrops; the most flattering ways to pose both individuals and groups; tips on making the sessions fun and comfortable for everyone; and insider info on using electronic flash, both indoors and out. For those hoping to go pro, an entire chapter offers all the nuts and bolts information needed to turn your passion into a career!

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