2011
Lynda.com
Chris Orwig
USA
01:51h
English
In the Narrative Portraiture series, photographer and teacher Chris Orwig explores the use of elements such as location and natural light to create images that tell stories about their subjects and produce a strong emotional connection. In this installment, Chris visits Rodney Smith, a photographer whose work is known for its graceful serenity and its wit. Rodney’s career spans more than four decades and includes editorial, fashion, and advertising work, as well as several books.
The course begins with a wide-ranging conversation between Chris and Rodney, during which they discuss Rodney’s work, his approach to photography and models, his love of film and of black and white, and the importance of creating photographs that both ask questions and tell stories. Next, Chris tours Rodney Smith’s studio, including the darkroom, to get more familiar with Rodney before photographing him.
Chris then takes a series of portraits of Rodney. Along the way, he reviews his gear choices and the compositional decisions he makes, and discusses the importance of committing photographs to paper, particularly in today’s digital age. Finally, Chris reviews the images and shares some insights from his conversation with Rodney.
Welcome 02m 13s
Welcome 01m 27s
Introduction to Rodney Smith 00m 46s
1. Interview with Rodney Smith 31m 37s
Creating serene photographs...spontaneously 04m 37s
Creating photographs that ask questions 04m 43s
What makes a photograph good? 05m 28s
Film, digital, and the importance of the artifact 06m 01s
Contrast, tone, and black and white versus color 05m 00s
The early years and photography today 05m 48s
2. Inside Rodney Smith's Studio 13m 16s
First impressions: A portrait without the subject 03m 52s
The finishing room 01m 04s
The darkroom 07m 13s
The final print room 01m 07s
3. Photographing a Portrait of Rodney Smith 23m 11s
Selecting the gear 03m 41s
Shooting the portrait 06m 13s
Reviewing the plan for the shoot 02m 06s
The portrait in review 06m 36s
Large prints in review 04m 35s
4. The Artifact 08m 33s
Why take pictures? 02m 11s
Cultivating the discipline to print 02m 08s
Exploring Rodney Smith's "The End" 04m 14s
5. Assignment Ideas 05m 27s
Embracing a theme: Surprise, whimsy, or cliché 00m 55s
Creating photos that ask questions 02m 22s
Creating fashion photos with a unique style 02m 10s
6. Reflections on a Conversation with Rodney Smith 26m 40s
Photography is a reflection of who we are 01m 47s
Photography is about the art of observation 01m 57s
Working with models 02m 10s
Raise more questions than you answer 03m 05s
Mentors strengthen our vision 03m 37s
There is a right place for certain things 04m 39s
What influences you? 03m 22s
The camera as a tool for gaining wisdom 03m 06s
Creating photographs deepens who we are 02m 57s
Conclusion 00m 33s
Conclusion 00m 33s
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