Translucent Portrait Photography
Build the set and assemble the frame
A course by Giuseppe Gradella , Photographer
About the video: Build the set and assemble the frame
Overview
“In this lesson I will explain how to set up the set.”
In this video lesson Giuseppe Gradella addresses the topic: Build the set and assemble the frame, which is part of the Domestika online course: Translucent Portrait Photography. Learn the secrets to portrait photography using semi-transparent panels, from the lighting set-up to image post-production.
Partial transcription of the video
“Build the set and assemble the frame Now you will see how to set up your set. It will not be particularly complex but very studied. You will need a shelf to place on trestles. The height is that of a normal table. In addition to this, you will also need a stool, maybe adjustable on which to place the model. Behind the model, we will have our backdrop. Today we will use a black backdrop, but you can choose the color you want to match with the outfit you choose for the model and the related make-up. Initially, I always used black backgrounds, drawing inspiration from Flemish painting above al...”
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Course summary for: Translucent Portrait Photography
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Areas
Digital Photography, Fine-Art Photography, Photography, Photography Post-production, Portrait Photography, Studio Photography

Giuseppe Gradella
A course by Giuseppe Gradella
Giuseppe Gradella is a photographer who currently lives in Mantua, a small city in northern Italy. He studied architectural drawing and spent the first part of his career working as a professional architect. He later discovered his passion for photography by chance and started to pursue it, shooting photos that ranged from architecture to fashion and portraiture.
As he honed his art, he decided to create an Instagram profile to share it, which eventually earned him recognition and job opportunities. His photos have appeared in fashion magazines, on book and album covers, and were featured at the 2020 Callao City Arts event in Madrid. He has also displayed his work in individual and group exhibitions in both Italy and abroad.
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