Saturday, 6 February 2016

2016 Spring/Summer Fashion Trends

On below, I have researched the 2016 Spring/ Summer trends in different areas and I have listed the trends for make-up, hair, accessories and jewelleries, fashion and nails in different sections. 

Make-up Trends:
Lips-
  • Candy apple red color and red lipstick - DKNY, Jason Wu, Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta, etc
    http://blog.istanbulmodaakademisi.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_red_lips-1.jpg
  • Vampire lip color - Antonio Marras, Cushine et Ochs, Burberry Prorsum, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/10/bd/a2/10bda20ab9d6bc6ed94bb077aad37929.jpg
  • Clear lip glass, lip gloss - Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Moschino, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_transparent_lipglass.jpg
  • Soft nude and neutral lips - Moschino, Rodarte, Roberto Cavalli, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/ef/98/58/ef98584f023f8586f58acc8d20947324.jpg

Face and Eyes:
  • Intense smokey eyes - Nicole Miller, Sonia Rykiel, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/16/5f/1b/165f1b45eb542d20e0abd459afb29c3a.jpg

  • Tea Stained eyes - Erdern, Stella Jean, etc 
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/fd/89/37/fd89373c292ab2a9eb2eb27de6dcfd29.jpg
  • Blue eye make-up - 3.1 Phillip Lam, Marc Jacobs, Monique Lhuillier, Diane Von Furstenberg, Jill Stuart
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_blue_eye_makeup2.jpg
  • Unevenly applied eye shadows - Missoni, Zelo + Maria Cornejo, Giamba, etc
http://www.fashionaims.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_
unevenly_applied_eyeshadows.jpg
  • Mask of shadows on the eyes - MaxMara, Vivienne Westwood, Chanel
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/f5/f1/22/f5f122e78d75c1b4a977567cd71c8a8f.jpg
  • Eye shadow on different section on the lids - 
Spring/ Summer 2016 Makeup Trends: Eyeshadows Applied On the Corner of the Lids
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_eyeshadows_
applied_on_the_eye_corner.jpg
  • Bold eyeliners - Jeremy Scott, Fendi, Monique Lhuillier, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_bold_eyeliner_flicks.jpg
  • Perfect cat eyes - Cividini, Dolce & Gabbana, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_cat_eye_makeup.jpg
  • Bold Colors on the lids
  • Dolly-like lashes - Marni, Thomas Tait, Daks, etc

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/ca/7c/4f/ca7c4fc66c0ab710e7e709f6244eeb0b.jpg


  • Sunsets on the eyes - Erdern, Glamba, Dior, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/34/0d/68/340d68f358f0b5cf279b894d63a7a97d.jpg
  • Glitters - Baja East, Delpozo, Creatures of the Wind, Arnish
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/fa/91/bd/fa91bdcb73e552f1467992be24e6c7d2.jpg

  • Bronzed Visage & Sun kissed look - Versace, Michael Kors, Alberta Ferretti, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_
bronzed_sun_kissed_skin.jpg
  • Blush high on cheekbones - Philosophy, Simone Rocha, Alexander McQueen
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_blush.jpg
  • Radiant skin - Marchesa, Anna Sui, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_radiant_skin.jpg

  • Mineral make-up
  • Gold color - Prada, Creatures of the Wind
  • https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/b5/49/df/b549df195339d5262be429d36c2b5995.jpg
  • Underliners - Issa, Each x Other, Tadashi Shoji, etc 
  • http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_underlines.jpg
  • Colorful eye make-up - Georgine, I'm Isola Marras, Manish Arora, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/9d/06/14/9d0614887c80b8d578821ad24bd5bafe.jpg
  • Thick eyebrows - Alberta Feretti, Christopher Kane, etc
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/b7/82/6d/b7826df30ee93e74ad6c06d7dba6ede8.jpg
  • Graphic eye make-up - Vionnet, Leitmotiv, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_makeup_trends_
graphic_eye_makeup.jpg
  • Facial decorations, studs - Ashish, Givenchy
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/spring_summer_2016_accessory_jewelry_
trends_facial_embellishments.jpg
  • Glowing skin- Marc Jacobs, Marchesa, Narciso Rodriguez, Opening Ceremony 
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/2d/60/39/2d6039b43f454259b0dd2f186d5bc387.jpg
http://edited.beautybay.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Marchesa-bbt-S162.jpg

Hair Trends:

  • Pigtails - Chanel, Miu Miu, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_pigtails.jpg
  • Braids and Plaits - Desigual, Antonio Marras, Giles, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_braids_on_the_back1.jpg
  • Flyaway baby hairs  - Prada, Boss, Balenclaga
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_baby_hair_flyaways.jpg
  • Straight hair - Lacoste, Giulietta, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_straight_hairstyles.jpg
  • Buzz cuts - Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_buzz_cut.jpg
  • High and low ponytail - Balmain, dior, Oscar de la Renta
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Balmain-Spring-2016-Hairstyle-Ponytail.jpg
http://assets.elleuk.com/gallery/27930/christian-dior-hair-beauty-trends-paris-fashion-week-ss16__large.jpg
  • Natural hair - Versace
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Natural-Hairstyles-Spring-2016-Runway-Trend.jpg
  • Wavy hair-  Versace
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Versace-Wavy-Hairstyle-Spring-2016-Trend-800x1202.jpg
  • Bombshell waves - Anna Sui
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Anna-Sui-Wavy-Hairstyle-Spring-2016.jpg
  • Messy bun - Etro, Dolce & Gabbana, etc
http://i2.nyt.com/images/2015/09/25/t-magazine/25tmag-backstagebeauty/25tmag-backstagebeauty-jumbo-v2.jpg
  • 70's waves - DVF
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/DVF-Flowers-Hairs-Spring-2016-800x800.jpg
  • Twisted hair - Proenza Schouler, Public School, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Twisted Hairstyles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/

  • Bobs over the shoulder - Gucci, Fendi, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Real & Faux Bobs
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/
  • Side parting - DKNY, Michael Kors, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Side-Part Hairstyles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/
  • Crazy curls - Topshop Unique, Stella McCartney, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Curly Hairstyles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/
  • Wet hair look - PPQ, Jullien Macdonald, etc 
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Wet-Effect Hair
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/
  • Grunge hair - Michael Kors, Diesel Black Gold
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Grunge Hairstyles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/
  • Shaggy & choppy fringes - Roberto Cavalli, Chanel, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_hairstyles_with_bangs.jpg
  • Center parting - Chole, Gucci, etc

http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hairstyle_trends_
center_part_hairstyles.jpg

  • Half up and half down hairstyle - Daks, Altuzarra, etc 
Spring/ Summer 2016 Hairstyle Trends: Half-Up Half-Down Hairstyles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-hairstyle-trends/

Jewelleries & Accessories Trends:

  • Floral and fruity hair accessories - Luisa Beccaria, Moncler Gamme Rouge
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/b0/e2/7f/b0e27f144063518dfbbfc82c9f7adfc4.jpg
  • Silver metallic color headdress - Chanel, etc
http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Chanel-Spring-2016-Hairstyle-Pigtails.jpg
  • Headbands - Suno
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/4b/9b/19/4b9b1963e2c8e62b4bd657293ba69aec.jpg
  • Tiaras - Saint Laurent, Dolce & Gabbana, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_hair_accessory_trends_tiaras.jpg
  • Hair choker - Christopher Kane, Dior, Lanvin, Chanel, Etro, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Chokers
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • No more matchy earrings - Marni, Missoni, Celine, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Different Earrings
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • One earring ring missing - Alexander McQueen, Emilio Pucci, Gucci, Roberto Cavalli
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: One Earring Missing
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Body jewellery - Calvin Klein, MSGM, etc
  • Flora and Fauna Inspired Jewelry - Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Floral, Fruity Jewelry
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Massive intricate jewelry- Balmain, Vivienne Westwood, Vionnet, Chanel, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Massive Intricate Jewelry
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Alfro- American Tribal Jewelry -  Chole, Valentino, Alberta Ferretti, Naeem Khan, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Tribal/ Ethnic Jewelry
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Elongated necklaces and earrings - Antonio Marras, Roberto Cavalli, Marni, Gucci, Chanel, Oscar de la Renta
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/spring_summer_2016_accessory_jewelry_trends_
elongated_earrings_necklaces1.jpg
  • Cords - Giorgio Armani, Chole, Isabel Marant
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Cord-Like Jewelry
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Stones, beads and pearls - Celine, Dior, Gucci, Dries Van Noten, GiambattistaValli, Salvatore Ferragamo
  • Brooches -  Marc Jacobs. Gucci, Rochas
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Brooches
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Plethora of rings on one hand or a single statement ring - Missoni, Gucci, Roberto Cavalli
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Multiple Rings On One Hand
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Multiple cuff bracelets- Celine, Marni, Greg Lauren, Loewe, Ralph Lauren
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Cuff/ Bauble Bracelets & Bangles
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Fashionable Pendants - Loewe, Versace, Tory Burch
  • Chandelier Earrings- Rodarte, Oscar de la Renta, Gucci, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Chandelier Earrings
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Clip earrings - Givenchy, Stella Jean
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: Clip Earrings
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • 2 in 1 Jewelry - Valentino, Rodarte, Balenciaga 
Spring/ Summer 2016 Jewelry Trends: 2 In 1 Jewelry
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Scarves - Gucci, Greg Lauren, Balenciaga, Rodarte,  Emperio Armani, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Accessory Trends: Scarves
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Fur stoles and feathered pieces - Loewe, Anna Sui, Sonia Rykiel
  • Leather Belts or obis - Michael Kors, Versace, Gucci, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Accessory Trends: Fancy Belts
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
  • Stylish socks, tights - Rodarte, Dolce & Gabbana, Antonio Marras, etc
Spring/ Summer 2016 Accessory Trends: Embellished Socks & Tights
http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/
Fashion Trends:
  • Stripes - Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, etc
http://marieclaire.media.ipcdigital.co.uk/11116/00008c7f0/7332_orh1000w646/SS16-trend-spring-2016-fashion-stripes.jpg
  • Sunset palette (orange hues) - Baja East, Altuzarra, Dion Lee, Adam Selman, etc
https://launchmywear.files.wordpress.com/2015/11/orange-trend-2016.jpg
  • 70's inspired suede - Jonathan Saunders, Alberta Ferretti, Rebecca Minkoff, Oliver Rouesteing 
http://ell.h-cdn.co/assets/15/41/980x576/gallery-1444257208-suede-fashion-week-collage.jpg
  • The x-cutting (off shoulder) - Proenza Schouler, Givenchy, Jason Wu, ADEAM, Derek Lam
http://ell.h-cdn.co/assets/15/38/980x490/x-1.jpg
  • White shirt redux - 3.1 Phillip Lim, Tome, Zac Posen, etc
http://ell.h-cdn.co/assets/15/38/980x490/white-1.jpg
  • Victorian inspired - Philosophy, Rodarte, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_fashion_trends_victorian_fashion.jpg
  • The Flat Mule- Trademark, Alexander Wang, Edun, Victoria Beckham
  • Spanish influences - Oscar de la Renta, Michael Kors, Proenza Schouler, Jonathan Simkhai
http://youresopretty.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/SpringSummer_Fashion_Trends_2016_to_Plan_For07.jpg
  • Pleats - Tome, Boss, Altuzzarra, Proenza Schouler, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_fashion_trends_pleats_knife_micro_pleats.jpg
  • Paper bag waists - 3.1 Phillip Lim, Tome, Public School, Tibi
  • Net - Alexander Wang, Cushnie et Ochs, Marchesa, Tome, Dion Lee, Proenza Schouler
http://www.fashion-in-style.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/netnetnet.png
  • Marled knits - Michael Kors, Wes Gordon,  Jason Wu, BCBG, Creatures of Comfort
http://allandsundryblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/marled.jpg
  • Lingerie - Givenchy, Alexander Wang, Wes Gordon, Calvin Klein
  • Fringed design - Edun, Boss, Derek Lam, Anna Sui
http://www.alux.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/10-trends-for-spring-2016-2.jpg
  • Demin - Suno, Cushnie et Ochs, Jil Sander Navy, Gabriela Hearst
  • Blown-out plaid - Victoria Beckham, Brooks Brothers, Wes Gordon, Thakoon
http://easyquizy.com/upload/media/entries/2016-01/18/81-16-4018c7c7f0526c7dc66df58f7d467ef1.jpg
Nails:
  • French designs - Tibi, Cushine et Ochs, Tome, Monique Lhuillier, Veronica Beard, Sibling, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_nail_trends_French_manicure.jpg
  • Matching nail colors with the makeup - Gareth Pugh, Delpozo, etc
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_nail_trends_nails_matching_to_makeup.jpg
  • Striped nail art -Marissa Webb, Tanya Taylor, Daniel Silverstein
    https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/9c/f4/04/9cf4045736db9a77b80f52d11976443f.jpg
  • Gold - Kenzo, Karen Walker, Reem Acra
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/5e/eb/94/5eeb94c9a6e9980727a770c86e0cd755.jpg
  • Glittery - Ashish, Reem Acra, Marc Jacobs
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_nail_trends_glittering_manicure.jpg
  • Neutral or nude - Suno, Gucci, PPQ
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/3d/cb/04/3dcb04104459bfc9f25f2c52ccc82be8.jpg
  • Yellow color - Jeremy Scott, Prabal Gurung, Opening Ceremony
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/02/6f/4f/026f4fc3e2916adefae37ee5b2a1bc2c.jpg
  • Jewel toned nails - Glamba, Issa, Vivienne Westwood
http://cdn.fashionisers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/spring_summer_2016_nail_trends_jewel_toned_manicure.jpg
References:
  • Najarian, T. (2015). Spring/Summer 2016 Makeup Trends. [Online]. Available at: http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-makeup-trends/ [Assessed on 06/02/2016]
  • Hovhannisyan, A. (2015). Spring/ Summer 2016 Accessory Trends. [Online]. Available at: http://www.fashionisers.com/trends/spring-summer-2016-accessory-trends/ [Assessed on 06/02/2016]
  • Ogunnaike, N., Carreon, J. (2015). A Comprehensive guide to spring 2016 Fashion Trends. [Online]. Available at http://www.elle.com/fashion/trend-reports/g26822/spring-2016-fashion-trends/?slide=1 [Assessed on 06/02/2016]
  • Kallor, A. (2015). The 8 Biggest Beauty Trends For Spring 2016. [Online]. Available at: http://www.elle.com/beauty/news/g26945/new-york-fashion-week-spring-2016-beauty/?slide=1 [Assessed on 06/02/2016] 

Wednesday, 3 February 2016

Modern interpretations of 70’s hairstyle - Feathered Hairstyle # Techfile

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/f9/01/60/f90160ab9e83ff70399fecfedf6a9379.jpg
70's feathered hairstyles
Equipments:

  • Hot rollers
  • A cape
  • Sectioning clips
  • Hot rollers clips
  • A paddle brush
  • A pin tail comb 

Hot Rollers Positioning chart - 
On above, I have drawn a hair chart which shows the directions, types and positions of the hot rollers I have placed on the head. 

Directions:

  1. First, section the hair into front and back sections and. For the front section, divide the hair into center parting.
  2. Then, start with the front section. I have placed two red hot rollers on both section first and then I have used two white hot rollers, sitting vertically on both side as this will help to create curls which will turn outwards like the featured hairstyle.
  3.  For the back section, I am going to do the brick works. The big hot rollers helps to create soft curls finish.
  4. There are two section of hair left on each side at the back section and I have used a white hot rollers sitting vertically as it will help me to make the curls turn outwards more. 
 This was taken after the hot rollers were cool down on the hair and I have removed all the hot rollers from the hair.
You can see a big difference before and after brushing the hair. Left- Brushed, Right- before brushing the hair.
After that, I have run through the hair with my fingers and this helps to create more movements on the hair, 

To improve next time, I should use smaller size of the hot rollers for the front section which will help to create more define curls and create more movements on the hairstyle.

Catwalk Contour – Highlighting, Contouring and Blushers # Techfile

Equipments:
  • Cleanser, toner, moisturizer
  • A cape
  • Cotton pads
  • Baby buds
  • A spatula
  • Illuminating primer
  • Bobbi brown repair foundation 
  • Illamasqua loose powder
  • SKINFOOD Salmon darkcircle concealer cream
  • Kryolan concealer palette
  • Sheer Cover Studio Conceal & Brighten Trio
  • Seventeen contour palette
  • Kelly Brook blush # Bardot
  • Kryolan lip palette
  • Buffing brushes
  • Contouring brush
  • Fine brushes
  • A blush brush
Directions:

  1. Cleanse, tone and moisturize the model's face. 
  2. Apply illuminating primer as the base.
  3. Apply the Bobbi Brown repair foundation on the face and the reason I choose this foundation as after applied it to the face, it looks very natural and it also brighten up the skin.
  4. Apply concealer to the face to cover the blemishes and imperfections.
  5. After that, you can used a lighter shade concealer or brightener to highlight the centre/ forehead, bridge of the nose, cupid's bow, chin, cheekbones and the brow bone.
  6. I have used the Kryolan concealer palette # D14 which is a dark brown color to contour my model's face. I have applied the color around the forehead, under the cheeks, jaw lines and side of the nose and then blend the color out with a brush. 
  7. Apply loose powder to the face using a brush.
  8. After that in order to make the colour on the cheeks stand out more, I have added some powder bronzer to the cheeks to define the structure of the cheeks more. I have applied it close from the hairline first and then emphasis more by creating a triangle shape. Also, I have added a bit more brightener on the face. 
  9. Apply a natural color blush to create the fresh look.
  10. Finally, apply a natural lip color. 
Before
After

Photos taken in the studio:
 I think the photos are a bit too bright and therefore, I have changed the setting on the camera.
To improve next time, I can apply more translucent powder on the forehead, cheekbones and on the chin as it looks a bit too dewy on the face in here.

Monday, 1 February 2016

Camera Settings- 1 light, Light meter and the Distance/ Angle/ Position of Light # Techfile

Camera settings - using 1 light (3 different lighting setup - Beauty Dish, Soft Box and Bounce lighting)
Equipments:

  • A lighting stand
  • A flash head
  • A light meter
  • Sync lead
  • A beauty dish/ soft box
  • A cable
  • White Poly boards/ background
  • Reflector
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/images2500x2500/
Sekonic_401_309_L_308S_Flashmate_Light_Meter_368226.jpg
Light Meter
Light meter - It is an equipment used to measure the lighting (measure how much light come from the lamp on the flash. It helps to get the correct exposure and test the position of light.
Directions of using a light meter:
Remember after you have got the right setting, you need to stay at the same position as if you move to another place, the data/ setting on the light meter will be different.  
Setting: 

  • ISO - 100
  • f (Aperture) - f5.6 
  • Shutter Speed - 1/125
  • Must be on Flash C logo setting
Connect flash head and the light meter with the sync lead. 
When using the light meter, remember to push the white circle button to the left as left is for indoor (studio) and on the right is for outdoor. 
Place the light meter beside the model's head, facing straight, flat and towards the flash. 
Aperture: The lower the number of the aperture, the more blurriness the background is. (Background will be more out of focus) - Creates depth of field effects
The higher the number of aperture, the more clearer the background will show up.

In lesson, we have set up the aperture to f5.6.

To get the right aperture on the light meter, we adjust the flash power number to get the right amount of aperture on it. If the aperture on the light meter is too high, you will need turn the flash power number down and so same idea, if the aperture is too low, you will need to turn the flash power number up. 

1. Beauty Dish

Beauty Dish helps to create studio lighting and a more artistic finish. If you place the flash with the beauty dish on in high position, it helps to create bright sun effect.
You can see the photos on above, the lighting helps to create harsh and dark shadows. 

2. Soft Box
Soft Box creates a softer, diffuse and more natural lighting. It also create softer shadows.
You can see the differences between using a beauty dish and the soft box as soft box creates a more natural lighting and also the shadows at the models' back has got softer shadows.

3. Bounce lighting (using beauty dish)
Bounce lighting creates even more natural lighting than soft box and it creates soft daylight finish.
Use white backgrounds or two white poly boards and create a corner and place the flash pointing at the corner in between the two white poly boards. The reason why we use white background/ poly boards as white is good for bouncing light. 
By comparing to previous lighting, bounce lighting gives the most natural lighting finish. On this shoot, we have placed the white reflector under to make the skin look more glowy. 

Reflector:
  • White reflector- Good for bouncing light
  • Silver reflector- It creates more light bouncing and the skin will look more glowy. When you place the silver reflector under the model's face, it can creates a sea scene.