[ BERNADETTE MACIAS ], a model I find in front of my camera a lot these days, contacted me to shoot a cover and spread for her in the [ JULY 2011 ] issue of [ THE PETITE ALTERNATIVE ]. The Petite Alternative is the only publication with a mission to help petite women who are tattooed and pierced. In planning for the shoot, Bernadette said she also had a line of shirts and bikinis that also needed to be shot. The first place that came to mind was shooting the sunset at Corona del Mar Beach. I love shooting there because it has a variety of settings all located in the same place. You can get both the sandy and pebble beach, the rocky cliffs, and the private coves.
Like always, Bernadette totally knocked this one out of the park. She is always a blast to shoot with, and I find myself laughing the whole time. It’s always great to work with someone who has such a drive and passion for pushing their career forward. I couldn’t have asked for it to have turned out any better. Lastly, take a minute and check out the “Cut ‘N’ with Bernadette” series on [ SULLEN TV ].
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Hey followers! It’s been forever I know. In my defense I’ve been ridiculously busy with both my day job and trying to find inspiration. I think taking a break for a little while is something creative individuals have to do from time to time. With that being said, here’s my return in full force! And to go along with this new revitalized Brandon is a shoot that I did, what seems like ages ago, with Olga Solomina.
To go along with this post, I decided to show a little bit on how I retouch my images. I had a few people ask and I plan to do a lot more posts like this. Hope you all enjoy! Check the full post to see the equipment used and a behind the scenes shot for this image.
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I have to start this post by saying HAPPY BIRTHDAY NICHOLE! Today marks your induction into a new phase in life commonly referred to as “Adulthood”. I’m sure there is a lot of partying to be had, so have fun and stay safe.
With that out of the way, last weekend I had a test shoot with [ NICHOLE PORGES ]. Nichole is an aspiring actress and proving to be quite the model. Several of us ventured back out to the [ GRABER OLIVE HOUSE ] and organized an all day shoot (a handful of photographers coupled with a handful of models for 9 hours of shooting…definitely not something I can withstand everyday. My feet were paying the price days later). Almost immediately everyone gravitated towards Nichole and her unique red hair (would almost go as far as to say ‘signature’). We all had a lot of fun and it’s always a learning experience seeing how other photographers setup, shoot, and interact with models. Thanks again to all those that made this event happen! More pictures to come and skip over the break to see the equipment used and the lighting diagram for this image.
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This time up I had the pleasure of photographing [ MIMI YIP ], a photographer recently turned model (with exceptional skills at both if I may add) at the [ TRI-COMMUNITY PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAM] in one of the studio lighting classes. It’s always great working with a model that also has some photography skills, because they know what it takes to get a good image (where to look, what angles work, what angles don’t work, when to change the pose, what to do with the hands, what not to do with the hands, and being aware of the light). And to go another step, it’s even better when a photographer/model brings the concept for the shoot, and goes the extra mile to even buy the materials. You’re the best Mimi! I thought the idea was great and I can’t wait to come up with my own spin on it. Read more after the break if you want to see a setup shot and lighting diagram for this image.
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This session I had the great opportunity to work with the one and only [ ZARA ARIANE ]. For makeup, Zara brought her usual artist [ DANIELLE BEE ]. Danielle provided just a simple makeup look that would go well with the different looks that we did for Zara. I recently just purchased some 4′x8′ white foam boards and wanted to incorporate them into the shoot somehow for inspiration. I really like these because they are simple to setup, and depending on how you light them, can be very versatile. I would definitely recommend Zara to anyone. To be a rookie in the modeling scene, she was fun, energetic, and eager to get the shot. Sometimes I can be too much of a perfectionist, so it’s nice to work with someone that’s willing to put up with me.
 
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So I’ve officially been on break from the blog for a while. Between work and shooting it’s been hard to dedicate time to my loyal and patient blog readers (I appreciate you all!…even you who’s just reading my blog for the first time). But fear not, the neglect continues no longer. Welcome the return of Brandon Buie Photography! And I’m returning more driven than ever! I’ve got a lot of great things in store for the blog and I’m excited for what’s to come. During my break I’ve been focused on improving my quality of work and becoming more familiar with my equipment. Sometimes I sit back and I’m surprised at how far I’ve come in such a short time. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll be the first to admit that I have a LOOOONG way to go yet.
This has been one image I’ve been sitting on for quite some time. It’s from a fashion shoot I had back in December with Helen Williams. It just happened to fall on one of those cold, gloomy, rainy days here in Southern California. But even still, Helen showed up, and I’ll add with almost everything but the kitchen sink. I loved her enthusiasm and passion for wanting to give modeling a try. I believe it was her first session. After she got the hang of it I think she knocked it out the park!
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Happy holidays everyone. I just wanted to give you all a quick sneak peek at my latest photo shoot with Helen Williams. Helen was forwarded to me by [ Albert Martinez ], a teacher and fellow photographer, who happened to be out on vacation for the holidays. I’m still working on the photos, but I think they came out great for someone that’s never modeled before. Stay tuned for the final images!
Here’s wishing you and your family a warm and wonderful Holiday and all the joy His Season can bring.
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