There is a belief that posing is a fundamental element. The idea is to absorb the real essence of dramatic film noir photography. The subtle interplay between posture, expression, and lighting transforms simple portraits into evocative stories filled with mystery and tension. So, in this blog, we will share our insights on how to pose for dramatic film noir photography, with some excellent creative emotional direction.
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Introducing the Modular Flash System: A New Era of Precision and Flexibility in Flash Photography
The Modular Flash System redefines creative lighting by merging retro-inspired ergonomics with state-of-the-art wireless control and intelligent exposure technology. Designed for both analog and digital photographers, this system integrates seamlessly with Westcott’s FJ-series flashes and introduces a patent-pending reflective scene metering trigger that enables automatic TTL-like flash exposure—even on vintage film cameras. With interchangeable components including a customizable bracket, touchscreen remote, and integrated metering interface, the Modular Flash System offers a lightweight, intuitive, and scalable solution for photographers who demand both style and performance in every shot.
A Sentimental Journey: Revisiting the amazing world of film photography. Having inaugurated my amazing journey into photography in the mid-fifties, I am quite familiar with the capture and post production of the analog counterpart to digital, the world of film photography.
When studying any subject, working One on One with a Coach or Professional Instructor brings in the process of kinesthetic learning, with a hands on approach.
In Tim Meyer’s Lighting and Portraiture workshops, students are introduced to the origins and chronology of art. Tim walks us through the evolution of styles providing examples of period artists. We are asked to consider art history and the development of technique as an opportunity to explore the elements of our own personal journey and discovery of our own artistic voice. While I would look to Tim or materials from his classes to reveal the development of contour in art, the addition of specular highlights found personal intrigue with me.
