Instructional DVD
August 5th, 2008Hi everyone. I can see that you all really appreciate my blog and my advice etc. I am thinking of putting together a DVD that would actually show from start to finish each technique I have covered. So you would see a real shoot, you would hear what I say to the model, how I direct them, how I direct and work with my crew, make up , hair, wardrobe, assistants etc. and also how I deal with clients on a shoot. You would literally get to see how I set up the lights and also get an in depth look of pre production meetings with clients.
Would this be something you all would be interested in. I would price them so they are affordable…$19.99.
I would love to hear your feedback !
Thank you !!
August 5th, 2008 at 10:00 am
I would love to purchase the DVD. I came across your website last month and am a fan of your work. I see a lot of DVD’s priced at $200+ and only cover camera setting and how many lights. Keep me posted
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August 5th, 2008 at 10:11 am
Hi Jason,
That would be amazing. It is a very good idea. And it is a good price. You can write me down on the order list.
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August 5th, 2008 at 10:17 am
Hi Gino,
Thank you for your reply. Please let me know if there is anything you would like to see covered on the blog and or the dvd.
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August 5th, 2008 at 10:39 am
Hi Dietrich,
Thank you !
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August 5th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
I think this is an incredibly clever idea, because I, like a lot of other people am a very visual person, I can do well just off of written instructions, but I feel a video showing people what you are talking about in your work is wonderful, and the price is perfect to where it’s affordable for everyone, even my broke behind can afford it!!!!!
Please make sure to cover all the F stops, lens types, lighting techniques for the different styles/looks of your images, that’s one I’m still trying to figure out *lol*
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August 5th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
the dvd idea sounds great…. it would definitely be helpful for anyone thinking of getting into the biz.
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August 6th, 2008 at 5:02 am
that would be really good! I’ve been drawn to your blog since i last did my research on photography. I feel that your blog is very informative. Appreciate your work.
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August 6th, 2008 at 10:57 am
Hi Lisa,
Thank you for your compliment and input !
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August 6th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
Hi Jason,
By all means, put my name down for a DVD too. I only discovered your site by accident last week, but have to say it’s one of the best of it’s type that I’ve come across in recent times, both in terms of content and layout/ease of use.
As to what to include in the DVD, perhaps I’m asking a little too much for a 19.99 DVD product, but the things that would interest me would include the whole conceptualization process (how do you “design” an image and decide what it should look like), directing and interacting with models, and the thought process that you go through in post production. One thing I’ve noticed is that so many people don’t know when to stop “photoshopping” an image and ultimately go on to ruin it, when in fact a far simpler image would have been so much more powerful.
It’s the elegant simplicity in your images that I’m really drawn to – that’s not to say they were simple or easy to produce, but they have a wonderful uncluttered feel to them.
Like I said, I’m asking a lot for a 19.99 DVD! I’d certainly be quite happy with a simple “fly-on-the-wall” type DVD of you in operation too!
- Thorsten.
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August 8th, 2008 at 3:25 am
Of course I would be interested as well for the dvd, already alone for the loads of good advice/info you gave! Will be anxiously watching out for more info in regards to your dvd-project!
Best regards,
Jay
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August 9th, 2008 at 2:53 pm
If it covers getting the best out of models, how to work with them, how to et them working with you… al that kind of thing, then I’d be a buyer…
The only thing I’d suggest is that your price point seems a bit low. May be seen as “so cheap it’s not worth it” by the market?
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August 10th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
I can’t wait to see this. I’m always interested in seeing how someone takes concept to execution. Put me down as a definite buyer. Cheers. -Darren
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August 12th, 2008 at 10:52 am
Sounds like a great learning tool for all of us wanting to learn! Add my name to the list also!!
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August 13th, 2008 at 10:55 pm
love to buy one. Just discovered your website today and im so inspired by your photos. Just beautiful!
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August 15th, 2008 at 2:09 pm
I just stumbled upon your site and spent half the day at work reading all your entries. Thank you for the delightful distraction. Now i need to get back to work.
Put me down for your dvd. if the insight from your blog is any indication of the content in the dvd, im looking forward to watching it.
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August 19th, 2008 at 8:38 am
Thank you EVERYONE for your kind words and helpful info on the DVD !
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August 19th, 2008 at 8:39 am
Elaine thank you VERY much ! Ben, what a great compliment ! Thank you so much ! I am so happy so many people are learning from my blog and find it very useful. This was my intent from the beginning.
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August 22nd, 2008 at 10:48 am
Count me in brotha…
I feel like a kid at Christmas…
(Jumping in bed and closing eyes real tight hoping Santa will send me an email saying the DVD is ready.)
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August 23rd, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Thank you Monroe ! I appreciate it. I also am taking notes as to what everyone would like to see included.
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September 3rd, 2008 at 1:27 pm
Sounds like a fantastic idea! Your shots are very elegant and fresh, if that adjective is not too outdated. I would love to see you shooting in both natural and studio environments. How to get winning results from ambient and flash for both would be awesome!
I always come to check for new work!
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September 8th, 2008 at 11:23 am
Thank you Ivan !
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September 10th, 2008 at 9:14 am
I love the idea – and would especially love a rundown of the lighting.
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September 11th, 2008 at 1:58 am
Hi, It would be incredible see you working. I´m a novel phtographer, self-taught person, and I need to learn of the masters. In Spain it´s difficult to have access to profesional workshops that they are worth the trouble. The best are so far away…
Your work is fantastic, clean, perfect…
This DVD would be a great gift for me.
Thank you.
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September 27th, 2008 at 9:18 am
Hi – Jason Christopher!
‘d buy your DVD immediately! I would like to see how you pose models, lighting setup, camera settings and lens details, composition info – what you’re trying to achieve in a shot. I do hope you email when the dvd is ready!
Thanks.
Tina
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October 20th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
This sounds great! I agree with Thorsten on what he thinks should be on the DVD.
I would absolutely buy it!
Love your work. It’s very inspirational to me
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October 20th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
What a fabulous Idea. It would be refreshing to watch someone else work it.
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November 24th, 2008 at 11:24 pm
I will pay u 500 for ur dvd if u can cover everything we talk about in your blogs, even if it takes more than one dvd, ill pay u 1000 dude, you are awesome..
thanks,
poyan
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November 25th, 2008 at 9:42 am
Well thank you very much !! I am still shooting for the DVD and will keep you all posted.
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May 22nd, 2009 at 6:54 pm
I would love to purchase one!
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February 8th, 2010 at 6:46 pm
I would be extremely interested in a DVD like this. I am thinking $20 would be a steal for a DVD that went through one fashion shoot that let us see you direct your team and the model and in the end showed the final shot straight out of camera and the ending retouched image.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 6:44 am
Hi Jason,
This is a wonderful idea. I am not sure if the DVD is available now (May 2010), but if it is may I order one please?
If not and you’re still looking for feedback, then I agree with everyone above. The DVD is an excellent idea to seeing how “you” conduct a professional photo shoot. I am extremely interested in seeing how you communicate and interact with the model. I feel this is the most important aspect to achieving a photo that really connects with the viewer.
You had mentioned you have a private workshop and I am also very interested in taking it, but since I am in Canada and you are in the west coast it will be some time before I can attend. But I would like to build up my knowledge base before hand by watching your video first.
Please let me know at your earliest convenience.
Thank you,
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Jason Christopher Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
Hey buddy,
Thank you for considering the workshop. You really don’t need to watch any videos before attending my workshop. I start at the level you are at and instruct you from there. You take more out of the workshop by actually working one on one with me. Watching a video won’t give you a head start.
The DVD is something I really would love to do however I don’t know how to edit video and am having trouble finding people that will do it in trade. I’ve tried looking for interns. Do you know how to edit video Danilo ? Maybe we could work something out, or do you know anyone who knows how to edit video ?
Cheers
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