SWAT Team Studio Photo Shoot
February 2nd, 2011
The photographs included in this post are from a client’s shoot that required relatively straight-forward studio lighting scenario to create the desired effect. When I was first approached by the client, I received feedback about a previous commercial assignment that these effects were exactly what my new client is looking for. Having worked with the specific lighting scenario previously, I felt comfortable with the project as it began.
Having the human body wearing various clothing items that are not typical, such as bullet proof vests and ammunition pouches, creates challenges as well as opportunities in the studio. As I set up the lighting and made initial adjustments the possibilities became evident. I could see early on from the test shots that this studio session would produce great results.
The SWAT team members were very focused and easy to work with for specific poses. I was able to create poses that presented the tools and gear used in their line of work. As the session progressed, the lighting and shots came together nicely and the client could see the original intent of the project would be met.
After a solid amount of post-processing work I presented the proofs and received a resounding approval from the client. The client and I have since worked together on additional shoots for the upcoming National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) annual conference hosted by Richmond, VA in September 2011.