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 fashion 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. Ask any portrait photographer and they will tell you that this technique breaks the rules of photography. Well if you all don’t know me by now one of the things I say many times is… F * * K the rules ! If it looks good then go with it ! 
Now I invite you to ask questions !
