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In the post I am
going to discuss the second shoot with model Alexa, for the Grecian goddess
theme. For this photo shoot shot the second look for this theme. The
inspiration and direction for this look is shown below in the storyboard I
created for my model and photographer.
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As I only had
one look to do for this shoot I knew it would not take as long as the others
had previously done. I aimed to get the hair and makeup done within an hour and
a half, which is what was achieved. I felt that this look would take me less
time because I had already worked with Alexa I was familiar with her face, so I
knew what colour foundation to use on her and what sort of makeup would suit
her eye shape etc. This allowed me to finish the look in a shorter time.
Although I did not do a test shoot for this look, in reflection I feel that
doing a test shoot would have been even more beneficial as I would of know
exactly how long the look would take me.
The hair took
more time and was slightly more difficult than I anticipated. I planned to do a
messy up-do however this is something I had not practiced before hand. If I
could do this again I would have practiced and tried out different hairstyles
prior to the shoot. I ended up pinning the hair into a loose bun at the back
head. In hindsight I would of done this style differently by pulling more of
the hair out of the bun so it loosely falls and frames the face so it looks
more like a messy up do.
Working with the
same model for this theme was great as Alexa already understood them theme and
the sort of look I was going for, so was able to go straight into the poses. I
worked with a different photographer for this photo shoot, this is something I
was apprehensive about because I was not familiar with her style. I was worried
that these images would look completely different to the first Grecian Goddess images.
However I showed the photographer my storyboard and explain what my vision for
this theme was. The lighting in this image is slightly brighter with a stronger
contrast, however I feel that this works well for the look as it makes the eyes
stand out and complements the colour of the bra.
The poses I was
aiming for in this look where slightly more intense in the eyes with the head
gently tilted to the side to show the jawline and cheekbone. I aimed for a
strong look without coming across to angry or stern. For the makeup I have
focused more on the eyes and lips and have a high shine gloss effect over them.
I considered using gold leaf for this look, however after having talks with my
tutors I decided against this. This is because gold leaf is not a product that
will be sold within the Victoria’s Secret collection and by featuring it in the
images people may assume that it is part of the collection.
Below shows the two retouched images I chose from this shot. Originally I planned on using the first one.
I love the crop,
Alexa’s body looks great and the bra looks beautiful. I like how Alexa’s held
is tilted forward slightly and the sheen on Alexa’s skin which creates a golden
glow. After discussing this with my tutor it was decided that this image would
not be the best for my look book because of the hair. The hair is all pulled
back which doesn’t suit Alexa’s face shape very well and it is not right for
the Victoria’s Secret brand as they are always shown with loose flowing hair.
Instead I plan
to use the second image. This image works well because even though Alexa’s hair
is still pulled back you can see the bun at the back, which gives it more
shape. I feel that the pose eludes and effortless, otherworldly beauty, which
works for the theme that is based around goddesses. Again, the skin has a
beautiful sheen to it and I love the blend of the gold into the black. However,
on reflection I would of bended the black eye shadow more so it doesn’t create
such a harsh line.
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