That sounds like a plan, multiple exposures and layer masking can get close to the Hosemaster look but it never looks quite the same. Not as much fun either.
I did some searching for Gary Perweiler, the name didn't ring a bell but his book did. I had it a long time ago, about the same time I discovered Dean Collins videos. My memory is fuzzy because I was doing a lot of learning then.
Interesting that some of the photos attributed for Gary by Google were actually done by a guy named David White.
The real impact that GP had on me was his working style...he used to arrive at the studio, long after the rest of the creative team had assembled (agency people). He'd sit down and have breakfast at which point he'd ask the art director "So, what are we doing today?"
Always wanted to be able do that but but my 'be prepared' obsessiveness prevented it.
Ah...Dean Collins...I consumed his videos and printed material. Spent an evening with him in NY in the early 80's and tried to Incorporate much of what I learned from him. Sadly, he passed away at a young age though I think his family still carries on with his material.
There is an interesting DC video on the web where he's just making the transition to digital and I think it shows him adding some clouds to a background or something.
Those were good times, and great years to be a photographer.
