Christchurch Studio Meet

[rjd]

I'm thinking of renting a studio for a few hours one cold July evening in chc.

This is likely the studio in question, its a decent little setup and not too expensive. I have visited this place though so can probably answer questions if needed.

Not entirely sure when but probably a July Tuesday evening 5-8pm or so.

Never shot in a studio before, so not sure where to start but I think we need people in front of the camera (with clothes, optional I guess) as well as behind, and this probably involves some preparation etc too.

I'm likely to want to do something a little dark and grungy or with a twist but happy to just experiment and go with the flow.

So anyone keen to join in in any capacity?

[BlueRose]

I would probably come along to watch and learn - could be an assistant if need be. never shot in a studio or with proper lighting but would like to learn.

re models - Aylas Angels burlesque troup appear as models in various places - im not sure if they work for free/images but its worth a place to start. Allyeska (not sure if she is here but is on Flickr and twitter) does shoots with them

[Asher]

Ditto, i could be interesting in watching and learning.
You could put up an announcement on model mayhem, im sure there would be a few people wanting some free studio work

[cfxjason]

me to id be keen to watch and learn always keen to learn more.

[rjd]

OK looks like i've got myself and 4 other togs probably lined up, and going to try organise it for the 19th of July, 5ish to 8ish.

Need to find someone to shoot lol!

Should be space for a few to pop along and help out I think..

[Edster]

how did you get on???

[rjd]

Wow necro thread time

It was good fun thats for sure. I learned I have a lot to learn about studio lighting and directing models! We had the studio owner talk us through a few basic things then we had a go at a few shots each. a couple of hours isnt really enough time for 4-5 people to get into it properly. And either best to have some willing friends/family or very patient model whilst you muck around with lighting.

I did feel the studio setup was a little sterile for my tastes, I think I would prefer to be out at locations but that has a whole other bunch of variables. Also I'm not super keen on the normal model/magazine kind of shooting so would want something more alt and edgy.


Lydia by robjdickinson, on Flickr

its a shame the studio has since closed down, not even sure the building is standing now...

[Edster]

well if you do it again some time count me in would be keen to learn