dat2ra wrote:
Pin-up photography in the old skool, calendar top lithograph style of Elvgren, Moran, Mostert, Frush and the other greats, is compositionally different from boudoir or nudes in the inclusion of fashion, particularly "over-the-top" dresses and high heels. As well, there is a sense of humor or tease, and sometimes a "predicament" like getting her dress caught in the door, or catching her scantily dressed while getting ready. Colors are brilliant, background and set are simple, the lighting is high key, and depth of field is deep.
I used three Einsteins in this lighting set up (back through a grid, and main and fill with 48" octoboxes. All were shot on seamless paper, keeping the focus of attention on the girls (as it should be).
C&C appreciated.
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