Sean's Recent Shoot: Panos Galore

[Steve U]

Sean

May I suggest this for your old SUV. This could really enhance your image as a an "artist", however it may degrade your rapper image a bit.

http://www.stpaulrealestateblog.com/...dited-1-wm.jpg

Nice van, I'll swap you a nifty fifty for it.

[Sean Setters]

Erin contacted me about taking some portfolio shots for her modeling career. She said she wanted something a little more "country" than she had done in the past. She mentioned wanting to shoot in a barn. I figured my friend Nathan wouldn't mind us using his barn again, so I gave him a call--he graciously consented.

I arrived at the barn about an hour ahead of the session to scout out the location, pick a spot, and set up my equipment. I used props I found inside the barn throughout the session (wooden crate, wooden Sun Drop box, etc). I also brought along a big red chair that Noelle recently purchased at a flea market. The chair was an interesting contrast to the rustic barn, however, none of those shots ended up being my personal favorites. About 2/3s of the way through the shoot, Nathan walked down to the barn to see how everything was going. He provided great entertainment for the model and the friend she brought along. At one point, Erin asked him, "Hey, is that your motorcycle out there? Can you get it in here?"

One seventeen-point turn later, Nathan had his motorcycle parked squarely where it needed to be. That part of the barn was quite small, but it ended up working perfectly. In fact, Nathan jumped on the motorcycle with Erin at one point and had his picture taken. It's now his Facebook profile pic... ;-)



Erin and the Barn by budrowilson, on Flickr


Erin and the Motorcycle 1 by budrowilson, on Flickr


Erin and the Motorcycle 2 by budrowilson, on Flickr

And the setup:


Erin and the Motorcycle Setup by budrowilson, on Flickr

[Dave Johnston]

Great shots, Sean

And that is a great location. Truly a smart use of a small space

[Jayson]

Sean, your control of the light in this series is fantastic! 3rd one is my pic. 2nd one would have been the best, but the front wheel is trimmed off. Didn't know if that was cropped or the way it was shot.

[Sean Setters]

Sean, your control of the light in this series is fantastic! 3rd one is my pic. 2nd one would have been the best, but the front wheel is trimmed off. Didn't know if that was cropped or the way it was shot.

The way everything was setup in the relatively cramped space made it difficult to frame the shots perfectly. I failed most of the time. ;-)

[cls]

I'm a bit concerned about being most interested in the setup shot. Suppose a normal guy would pay more attention to the other ones... Great photos!

[Andy Stringer]

I'm a bit concerned about being most interested in the setup shot. Suppose a normal guy would pay more attention to the other ones... Great photos!

Don't worry, you won't find many normal people here so you're in good company.

Great work as usual Sean.

[Steve U]

Great series Sean. Do you use a tripod and remote or are you on the move for a shoot like this?

[Sean Setters]

I rarely use a tripod for a shoot unless it's for a self-portrait. I was going handheld for this, as usual.

[Jonathan Huyer]

Fantastic, Sean ---- your model must be thrilled with the results. I really appreciate how you explain your set ups... it is fascinating for a guy like me who rarely even uses a camera-mounted flash.