They had done a really good job on the hair and thankfully it was a lovely, bright sunny day so we were able to get some great photos around Bath. I think they stand a good chance in the competition.
As I walked home, feeling pretty pleased with the images I had captured, I began to wonder what role I had played, as photographer, in the days proceedings.
The model was attractive, she had been styled well and the lighting and scenery was great for shooting in. All I did was adjust the settings on the camera to get a good exposure and framed some shots.
To those who have never used a good quality camera then this would probably seem challenging and I'm sure they would struggle to achieve the quality of photos that I did, however, my training in photography is pretty basic and I wouldn't even call myself a serious amateur. I don't think it would take very much for someone who was keen to learn to be able to match my skills very quickly.
So what was I really bringing to the session? My photographers eye? Knowing when an image looks OK and when it looks great? The ability to frame and compose an image so that it works? And how do I make the jump from guy able to get good shots under the circumstances of yesterdays shoot, and master photographer, able to consistently produce inspiring images?
The images are still sitting on my camera at the moment but at some point in the next couple of days I will transfer them to my laptop and will upload a favourite to this blog along with other examples of my photography.
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