I dream of Cameras #14 How We Shoot

Episode 14 • How We Shoot

In this episode, the hosts turn the lens on themselves, examine their shooting styles, methods and subject matter.

Jeff asks Gabe about his portraiture work:

• How did you get started doing portraiture work? Seems to be your favorite mode of photography - is it?


• How did the word get out? - models now tag you when they're coming to town


• How do you prepare? - choosing cameras, film stocks, location, wardrobe, looks


• Model releases - do you get 'em? What are the terms of your agreement with them? Do you charge for them to use your stuff, pay them for the session, or is it a favor by you/them?


• Do you shoot mostly men, women or a mix? Do you have a preference?


• How do you direct and work with your subject?


• Does mom or dad or manager or publicist ever attend the shoot?


• How long is a session? What's the ideal length?


• How do you cull, how many images do you show them?


• If a shot is published, what do you get? What's the best placement you've ever gotten?


• You don't have to name names, but talk about your best session ever... and your worst 

Gabe asks Jeff about his photos of "plants and buildings":

• What’s your favorite subject to shoot?


• How often do you think about shooting?


• Is there a camera you take with you more than others?


• How do you make the decision of what camera to bring?


• Will you approach people to shoot?


• What camera do you bring that’s always been a conversation starter?


• How do you decide what film stock to use?


• How often do you shoot and then go home right away and process?


• Where are your favorite places to go take pictures?


• What is your favorite travel camera?


• How many rolls of film will you bring to shoot?


• Do friends ever ask you to take pictures?


• Has anyone asked you to do a wedding?


• What are you thinking about when you’re shooting? Framing? Exposure? Bokeh?

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