In this download of the course Inspiring Beauty: Photographic Techniques of Matthew Jordan Smith from PhotoshopCAFE you will learn how to set up lighting patterns and work with models to get great looks. Acclaimed celebrity fashion photographer Matthew Jordan Smith explains in detail how your journey to creating great images is not about filling the studio with expensive equipment, but knowing how to effectively use one light.
Matthew shares his perspective on how to plan your concepts and make your clients not only love your shots, but relate to your photographs on a personal level. So, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, you'll find something of value to help you advance your knowledge of photography.
About the Author
Matthew Jordan Smith has worked with some of the top names in entertainment today, including Halle Berry, Jennifer Connelly, Jamie Foxx, Mandy Moore, and Oprah Winfrey. Singer and actress Vanessa L. Williams, television personality Star Jones Reynolds and basketball legend Michael Jordan have all chosen Matthew to create their personal portraits while Pantene, L’Oréal, Revlon, HBO, and Showtime are just a few of the international clients who have used his artistry to showcase their vision. Matthew has appeared as a guest photographer and surprise judge on the hit TV show America's Next Top Model numerous times, and been the subject of television and magazine interviews including The View, Good Day New York, and BET. A native of New York City, Matthew resides in Los Angeles.
Lessons
- Working with a Beauty Dish and a Grid
- Using Reflectors with Strobes
- Working with Fill Light and Flags
- Creating Interest with a Single Hot Light
- Backlighting with Diffusion Material
- Using a Mirror for Creative Lighting
- Shooting with an Octa Bank
- Using Motion in a Photograph
- Using Light to Create a Mood
- Working with an Expo Disc
- Letting Light Inspire You
- Developing an Idea
- Getting to Neutral
- Importance of Using a Light Meter
- Personal Stories and Tips from the Industry
- Bonus Interview with Matthew