Launched in 2010, the PistonHeads photography sessions have proved to be a great success with over 100 PH snappers passing through the studio so far.
As the 2011 session calendar draws to a close, we have five places remaining on our general studio session taking place on Saturday 6th August 2011. PistonHeads HQ just so happens to be next door to one of the best photographic studios in London, LAT. Based in Teddington, Middlesex, we have ample secure parking and full studio facilities.
On the day, LAT's pro snapper Pete Spinney teaches the methods used to capture a car in the style that you would see on a magazine front cover. We'll walk you through various angles, all working together to achieve the perfect shot. After lunch (included) we invite you to bring your own cars into the studio (we can usually shoot approx six cars during this time) to help you put the skills learned in the morning into practise. Pete will be on hand throughout the afternoon to help advise, and also to show some basic post-production skills on the computer.
You need to bring your own camera, but we will be on hand to give tutorials and offer tips and guidance throughout the day. You will also be able to use the lights and all other studio equipment as you wish, along with some of the lenses that LAT use to get specific shots. For the first part of the day, PH will provide a suitable car to use as a subject, but after lunch you can shoot your own cars.
Sessions run from 09.30-17.00, lunch is included (we eat in the studio) as are teas and coffees throughout the day. You'll also get some free PH stuff to take away on the day.
The agenda for the day will be as follows:
09.30 - 10.00: General welcome and studio rules
10.00 - 12.30: Studio shoot of car – learn how to light a car in a studio. We’ll try to shoot 3-4 main angles, and teach the techniques of perfect lighting along the way. Everyone will be able to ask questions and see first hand the way to achieve the perfect shot, regardless of experience level.
12.30 - 13.30: Lunch is served. Chat over the morning and choose the cars for the afternoon session.
13.30 - 16.30: Shoot your cars. You take control of lighting and shooting the car of your choice, working in small groups. During the afternoon you will be able to ask technical photographic questions, see how images are developed on the Mac in post-production and get one-on-one advice.
16.30 - 17.00: End of play. Time to review the day and ask any final questions before close.
The five remaining places are charged at £150 per person and payment will be required before the session. Reserving a place is free, however, and all you need to do is send an email to reserve a space on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Previous photography articles can be found here and here.
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