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By: Jim Talkington

Jim Talkington — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:29:46 +0000

I couldn’t say for sure if the end photos were posed or an actual meeting but I’m guessing it was either a combination or a re-enactment. “Real people” get self-conscious unless they have something to do or discuss but it’s also hard to carry on a productive meeting with strobes flashing and the photographer possibly asking people to switch chairs, etc.

I’d say they were there for the sole purpose of photography but once a conversation started it turned to business and they became more comfortable and engaged in an actual discussion. While it’s great to photograph people actively engaged and talking it’s also nice to be able to interrupt and direct them further, if necessary. Hope that makes sense…

By: John Brainard

John Brainard — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:08:02 +0000

Thanks Jim! I think I have another blog to add to my Google Reader list.

I am thinking more and more that I’d love to earn some sort of income with photography down the road. These videos are very helpful and inspiring.

By: Mike C

Mike C — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:01:34 +0000

So were these posed shots or was this during an actual meeting? I like the diffused window idea. For my last meeting event I used a SB800 on camera. What David did is a lot more versatile, but takes a little longer to setup. Perhaps I could convince them to let me setup a couple of off-camera strobes next time.

By: Craig Lee

Craig Lee — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:30:28 +0000

David Tejada’s blog is on my RSS reader list. I enjoy all of this videos. They are very approachable and easy to understand.

I can’t wait to see what you are working on for next week.

By: Video :: Photographer David Tejada - Lighting a Room at Imaging Insider

Video :: Photographer David Tejada - Lighting a Room at Imaging Insider — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:54:03 +0000

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