Jason Christopher, LA Commercial & Fashion Photographer Bio

   You know many times in this world of photography business we get so caught up in the “business” when we talk to clients, models, designers, make up artists etc. that we forget to let the genuine personality inside of us come out.  I think it is really important to show potential clients who we are inside, what makes us tick and keep going even through the tough times and that includes on the shoot when things just are not going right.

The most important thing in business is honesty, integrity, hard work and family; never forgetting where we came from.   These words were spoken by Denzel Washington in the movie American Gangster.

You are what you are in this world.  You’re either somebody or nobody.  Again, words from Denzel Washington in American Gangster.   I think those are two brilliant quotes.

   As a fashion photographer it is my job to create, but create what ?  Create a beautiful photo ?  Well that is easy.  What is challenging is to create a beautiful photograph that emotes, expresses and stimulates.  It is my job to dig deep within my subject, reach in, invade and at the same time make my subject so comfortable and vulnerable that they give me their soul.  When I look through that camera into my subject’s eyes I am connecting and receiving all they have inside.  I am bringing out their true voice that will speak to the world,speak to YOU.   What is amazing is I know they are dieing to release that voice but they are apprehensive, scared for whatever reasons they have.  That is my goal, that is my love, this is what makes me wake up in the morning.  To know a person so deep that you know their soul is a high that I have not been able to match with anything else in my life.  When I am connecting with my model my blood pumps, my heart races and my intensity rages !

   I hope my photography speaks to you through my subjects voices.  A great photograph will speak to you and reach into your soul.

My job as a portrait photographer is to seduce, amuse and entertain.

- Helmut Newton

Got this quote from a really cool site called photoquotes.com

This is celebrity Jane Seymour who lives in Los Angeles, California.  As a fashion photographer in Los Angeles I come across celebrities all the time.  Jane is a wonderful woman and photographing her is always fun and rewarding.

I will be teaching a 6 week workshop at The Julia Dean Photo Workshop in Los Angeles. Starting April 14th I will be teaching the Fashion Editorial Assignment. Dates and times are: April 14th - May 19th, Monday evenings - 7 - 10pm. First and last class sessions will be held at The Julia Dean location in Venice. All other classes will be held at BelleVarado Studios. This is a great opportunity to learn in 6 weeks what took me many years to learn. There will be actual photo shoots with agency models, make up and hair. Work on updating your portfolio and also very important, learn the business of being a fashion photographer. Learn how to cast, be your own art director, selecting and keeping a good team together. For more information and registration visit The Julia Dean Photo Workshop.

Shot this is Palm Springs. Horrible heat — 115 F and major wind, we did not use fans. It was blowing so hard that at times it was difficult to take a step forward.

*QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WELCOME*

Many photographers have asked me how I achieve this look. What I tell them is TAKE A CHANCE ! With the digital age there is no reason NOT to take chances. Ok so how is this done ? I ALWAYS use a white board, NEVER a silver or gold reflector. Reflectors create that “glamour” look which is great for glamour but not fashion or beauty. I either have an assistant hold it or if you don’t have an assistant, your make up artist is a good choice. The board is held off camera right out of camera view and yes blind the model. It is their job to be able to deal with it. I control the contrast with my shutter speed. The faster the speed the more contrast you get. Now I invite you to ask questions !