Character Portraits featuring Joe McNally and Daniel Norton Ep1

Join Photographers Joe McNally and Daniel Norton for the first in a series of character portrait studies. Character portraiture is not just about finding interesting subjects, but creating light that hi-lights the subject in such a way to emphasize what it is we as photographer’s see in them. In the case of Mary, Joe and Daniel saw a beauty refined over a lifetime and a commanding yet subtle presence. To capture this, a large (thus soft) diffused light was used. This allowed for a flat almost shadowless light on Mary that was then contrasted by the choice of a black background and wardrobe. This combination focuses the viewer on the delicate quality of Mary’s expressions.
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[@sandraamato6004]

Love the BTS. Joe is just amazing to watch. Joe and Daniel have a wonderful teaching style.

[@dab7963]

Mr and Mrs Big Shot 😊. She looked so serious I can't believe you got her to smile.

[@The831Z]

Always look forward to Daniel Norton. Breaks it down and makes it fun.

[@steveglassvideo]

Thanks Joe! and Daniel. Always a treat to watch Joe work.

[@bleuswiffer]

I love these black background images! Welldone Joe and Daniël!

[@faocisco]

Humble man(Joe) !!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Interesting! True, regarding her expressiveness. She seems able to do it effortlessly, and the shots look natural. Well done, (of course) Joe and Daniel!

[@justcallmesando]

Never thought you two could get along so well. You are killing it guys!

[@vic_the_roman]

Always good to see Joe McNally!

[@clarkconway8796]

You two are hilarious together! And why shouldn't learning be FUN. Great work and very entertaining. Thanks!

[@lenspassions]

Love the expressions

[@faocisco]

Great adorama series with these 2 !

[@Abhijeetphoto1973]

OK...and having fun and lots of laughter is too the key here, right Joe..? I often say to my subjects (often grim bankers and business guys) about smiles, "If that smile is 20, give me 55".... and BANG they do it.. :):):)

[@richardbierman9856]

Joe's "Hot shoe diaries" was a huge inspiration on me!

[@fredsphoto5283]

Beauty models have their place of course, but "life" models or "stock" models have always been more interesting and fun to me, great vid guys.

[@Pappahobo]

Fantastic model, perfect light set and charmy tips. Really great.

[@videojeroki]

Fun and informative, great video!

[@maxrittner3868]

Great work all round

[@gewglesux]

Lovely Model and Technique.. Thanks for sharing!!