by Jake Garn | Sep 27, 2010 | My Photo Philosophy, Whimsical Fashion Photography
Improve your photography with a simple triangle Using Triangles in Composition & Posing This trick is no secret. In fact it’s not even a trick. This simple compositional principle is deep rooted in our subconsciousness’ desire for simplicity and...
by Jake Garn | Aug 24, 2010 | Featured, My Photo Philosophy, Whimsical Fashion Photography
If you want to take your photography to the next level then you’re going to have to commit more time to taking photos than just about everyone you currently know. That is a hard thing to do, but it becomes a lot easier if you have passion for what you do. So...
by Jake Garn | Aug 17, 2010 | Whimsical Fashion Photography, Working with Models
A couple weeks ago I talked about The Art of the Pose where I discussed three styles of directing models. Well within those styles are techniques, some simple and some complex. Over the years I have developed a lot of techniques to get the look I want on a shoot....
by Jake Garn | Aug 6, 2010 | Whimsical Fashion Photography, Working with Models
Posing is hard! If anyone tells you otherwise then they are a bona fide genius or they don’t realize how bad they are at either directing the action or being a model. Some models are simply born with the ability to move freely in front of the camera, some are...
by Jake Garn | Jul 31, 2010 | Collections and Series, My Photo Philosophy, Whimsical Fashion Photography
The Value of the Muse muse: Classical Mythology, -n a goddess that inspires a creative artist. A model shows up on time and well prepared for a shoot. A good model takes direction and looks like a natural in front of the camera. An excellent model makes any...
by Jake Garn | Jul 24, 2010 | My Photo Philosophy, Whimsical Fashion Photography
Is imitation the sincerest form of flattery? Yes. Sometimes it’s annoying to see someone post work showing off their skills when clearly they’re making a full fledged effort to mimic somebody else, but the fact of the matter is we are all doing it. That...
