FACES

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This was a fun shoot for a local natural skin care company. We are blessed at our studio to have photogenic employees (the model)!


When photographing people in a light and airy manner such as the above photo, it helps to darken the hair, eyelids, eyelashes, etc. with the Burn tool in Photoshop. The subsequent darker areas provide needed contrast for a picture that otherwise would be too washed out.


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SKI MOUNTAINS

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This shot was taken at Mount Tremblant, in Quebec Canada. It is a wonderful ski resort, with great restaurants and a good vibe. When out on the slopes try to take a decent point and shoot, or even better, a small consumer DSLR. Often unexpected photos present themselves due to changing light conditions in relation to the snow.



This shot is dramatic because the artificial snow stuck to all of the trees, and its brightness contrasts nicely with the dark forest beyond. For more drama, increase the contrast setting in your camera, and underexpose slightly. The result of slight underexposure and high contrast settings will be nice rich, deep black tones.

So in conclusion: wherever possible, take your camera! Most of my shots that were winners have been a result of being in the right place at the right time, with a camera in tow.

Mark's photographic prints for your wall can be purchased at www.markhemmings.com
Mark can be hired as a photographer or filmmaker via www.hemmingshouse.com