Comments on: How Would You Photograph a Fashion Show?

By: Renato Oliveira

Renato Oliveira — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:40:04 +0000

Hi Dave, I really enjoy your advice. Amazing. I have fashion shooting tonight and that’s will be the line I will follow.
thanks

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 12 May 2011 16:09:26 +0000

as one photographer mentioned as well, i highly suggest a monopod, positioned in front of the runway… but towards the back, if possible. Perhaps taking a step ladder, a sturdy one just in case… as long as you’re not in another photog’s view.

If you’re credential allows you access to the ladies getting ready, a 24mm-70mm is perfect. Most models, well, the professionals, won’t even notice you’re there as long as you’re out of the way… sort of speak.

Some may show a little impatience or may say something to you, but don’t take it personal. Like them, you’re there to do your job.

At times, the environment will be like two mothers in a small kitchen trying to make dinner for huge family.
But remember to always stay professional and positive and keep a smile.

By: Hery

Hery — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 08:40:19 +0000

All,
Thank you very much for the very useful tips here. I am going to shoot a local fashion show in a couple of days, and just got the answers to all of my questions.
You all have a great New Year 2011.

By: James Lim

James Lim — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 01:04:12 +0000

I shoot with a 5D mkii and always have my 24-70 2.8. I would take out my 50 1.2 when the opportunity presents itself. The best lens I would say for great coverage will be with the 70-200mm 2.8.

By: Filippo

Filippo — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 17:44:10 +0000

I usually (everytime really) use the 70/200 f/2,8 Nikon.
You can shoot all or the 3/4 body, and if you’re close enough, a good portrait too.
I think it is the best zoom you can bring at fashion show.
Anyway, I usually shoot also in the backstages, and… is a different thing!!

By: roshi

roshi — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 06:27:34 +0000

hello, I’m also going to be a fashion show photographer for the first time, thanks for all your good advices:)

By: Elmine

Elmine — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:40:05 +0000

Thank you for all these excellent comments! I am shooting my first fashion show and in my research I came upon above discussions. All of you have been of great help!

By: Michael Kruger

Michael Kruger — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:37:38 +0000

Hi Anastasia,

I wrote and aritcle on this website a while ago about fashion photography…check it out on this link: http://digital-photography-school.com/fashion-photography-4-aspects-to-work-on-to-break-into-the-industry

Also, my website is http://www.dubaifashionbook.com if you’d like to check out some work.

Thanks,
Michael

By: Anastasia

Anastasia — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:59:56 +0000

I’m of no help for Alex, however, I wish to see some work from fashion photographers here? I have always enjoyed looking at photographers’ work, and seeing different styles and different point of view.

Thanks!

By: flipland

flipland — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:49:04 +0000

assuming she’s got all the right access passes….i would consider taking in two bodies, each one attached with a wide angle zoom and a 200mm telephoto. split the time between shooting the runway and then forego her spot and backstage where the real action of a fashion show is taking place and shoot that. at the runway, try to capture the reaction of the audience members to the model and to the fashion; details of the piece; any other details that may stick out from the audience as well.this is wehre the wide-angle + 200mm comes in handy. basckstage, caputer the organised chaos that is ensuing. here, i’d stick to the the wide-angle, focusing on details and drama. shoot wide open i think