Photodan24 t1_j6onmfl wrote
How often are you given instructions, from art directors or others, on the look of the portraits needed? When you aren't, how do you determine the style of lighting you are going to use for each subject?
chris_buck OP t1_j6p1do7 wrote
Yes, clients almost always give direction, even if it's based on my previous work. It's not uncommon to get instructions like, "We love your Steve Martin bread fingers picture, make something delightful like that."
But often the direction is not what I want to do with a subject, so if I can't gently talk them into an idea I like better then I do my best to execute their request. Every job is an audition for the next job, so I'm incentivized to deliver work that pleases my clients.
That said, on magazine shoots I usually have the time and flexibility to do a set-up or two that closely aligns with my taste and ideas. And often the client prefers these pictures. : )
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