underwater Photo Course :: (9) The Creative Approach :: Models and Props :: Masks

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Masks

Masks give the model an identity. Change the mask and you have changed the model - so take a selection of masks on location work (or a selection of models!).

Eyes are so important as a focal point, yet can easily be unlit due to incorrect flash position. Silicone masks let more light in.

The main mistake most models make is looking directly into camera. They should be directed to look at the main point of action or interest.

Avoid writing on masks as it distracts the attention and you can't reverse a slide with text on it if you think it would look better from the 'wrong' way around.

What looks good on film may look stupid in reality. Directing your model to get their face 2" away from a subject might be uncomfortable for them but it looks further away due to the perpective distortion of wide-angle lenses. It not only looks good to the camera but it also reduces depth of fieldThe zone in your picture that is in focus. problems.

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