Any one need a free assistant?

[Noe]

I would like to assist someone. I want to see how they work with the customer, how they go about setting up, I want to see behind the scenes of some of the great photographs that I see here.

I see some outstanding work here, and want to know how to produce that level of work. I am never pleased with any of my pics. Maybe I am not working hard enough at it. I want to see an experienced photographer in action. In return I will be your assistant, help you set up, what ever you need. However, I might ask some questions when there is a bit of down time, if there is any downtime.

One thing that I would love is, if I do get a chance to shoot with someone, have them give me some good feedback and critique on my work. How could it have been better.

I just want to learn!
Noe

[jstpeter]

Noe, just curious what are you wanting to learn to shoot? SPorts, portraits, landscapes, weddings? Thsi may help get a response.

[Kalrog]

Noe, I'm local (Leander myself) and if you promise to vote in the current LISD election I'll freely offer some pointers if you want. Just respond with what you are interested in improving (style of photography or samples or what you don't like about your current pictures or... )

[Noe]

I need help in working with people, such as posing and making them feel comfortable. I also feel a bit awkward telling them how to pose. This is one of the areas that I know I need help. I also need help when working with off camera flash on location. I would like to learn how to do Senior portraits or just portraits in general.

The most important part is learning how many of you got started. Did you charge for your work when you started? When do you begin to charge?

[doctahjones]

if you were up here in dallas i wouldn't mind having an assistant

for your later question, most of my shoots last year were TF* (trade for print/cd/etc). i found all the models on modelmayhem.com. this year (my second year) has been much better for paid gigs for me.

don't worry about it being awkward in the beginning. i was the same way. it was a new thing and i wasn't used to telling people how to pose, or even knowing how i wanted them to pose. so, i used that modelmayhem site and made lists of poses i liked and would refer back to that when i didn't know what i wanted next. the more shoots you do, the easier it gets though.

just remember, -you- are the director (unless you have someone there just to direct ) and the models/subjects (usually) know this. they're expecting to be told what to do, so don't be nervous about ordering them around.

i've also found it helps to do a few test or practice shots with non-professional models first. they might be usable, they might not. the goal of those shots is to see how well the people take direction and to get them a little loosened up before you -really- start shooting.


another thing you can do is attend a workshop. usually the lighting is all setup for you, you'll be able to see how others direct the model, and you'll get to take some shots yourself. i took one that tracy hicks put on up here with greg woodson last year and it was the best $ i ever spent.

[Noe]

I have been trying to attend some of the workshops, but they are always on days that I have to work. Hopefully I can attend some this summer.

Thanks.

[jstpeter]

Noe, Check out the Meetup I just posted can't get a better experience for what you want then this. Also I will keep you in mind next time I have a on location shoot.

[RKEnnis]

Originally Posted by jstpeter

Noe, Check out the Meetup I just posted can't get a better experience for what you want then this. Also I will keep you in mind next time I have a on location shoot.

I agree. I attended a photo shoot that Tim put on recently (found it through meetup.com). It was definitely worth the time and money!

[jstpeter]

This time smugmug is sponsoring it so it's free! Come join us and if you like what you learn Tim offers many other workshops!