So my oldest daughter is in pre-school and it seems like every few months they are bringing in some photographer to do cheesy school photos. As much as I really don't want to buy packages with a million wallet sized photos, it seems like one of those things that you just have to do. So early this week my daughter brings home these photos:
Pretty standard from a school portrait point-of-view. I can't believe they are still using laser backgrounds as an option. Anyway, my wife posted my daughter's photo on Facebook and mentioned she was jealous because she didn't get a cool laser background when I took her headshot last week. So last night I surprised her with this:
Any C&C would be appreciated on the actual portrait (aside from the cheesy background). This was one of my first attempts using "clamshell lighting". I had a large softbox above with a reflector on her lap. I also had a speedlight behind on a stand pointing back at the camera acting as a hair light. It might be difficult to tell because of the photoshopped-in lasers.
