Last week in my new
monthly newsletter, I mentioned that I was off shooting (metaphorically speaking of course) some of the amazing designer makers at the Cockpit Arts in Holborn, London. If you’ve not been to this award winning creative business incubator for designer-makers, do visit and peruse the many amazing hand-made treasures on offer! Their 25-year anniversary is coming up and they have several
open days in June. Here are some of the portraits I’d like to share with you!
If I got a dime every time someone told me "I hate having my photo taken" and "I don't photograph well", I'd be a millionaire by now :-) I think portrait sessions are fun and it's a great opportunity for both photographer and sitter to come up with some fresh ideas, poses and, most importantly, a profile photo which will (hopefully) be used lots!
The best advices to any sitter: let rip, throw poses, don't be afraid "to look stupid" (there is no such thing!) - the best portrait shoots (IMHO) are the ones where a spontaneous feel is captured. I got the BIGGEST thrill when Sue (below) suddenly exclaimed, "that's me, you've really captured what I'm about!"
