So far I have done some successful shoots and have refined my style for this project. Seeing them as a series I like that they are all quite different. I was worried that using different angles and composition would not fit well as a series but I think it emphasises the differences between these people and makes it easier to see the comparisons. From feedback from tutors they have said that on a few they are taken from too high up, which I agree with. The photos of the two couples I plan to reshoot to improve this. They also said that it could be good to stick to a prime lens, such as 35mm so they are more similar. I have decided against this, the 24-70mm has made it adaptable when I am in completely differently locations that I do not know. Again I think these different angles can be more intriguing to look at at a series. I have got a 35m lens that I will experiment with to rule this idea out.
My plan from here is to basically carry on with what I have been doing. I will be more aware of the angles to make sure I am more on the subjects level. I will also continue to be careful with light and try to keep it consistent. I am going to make sure I connect with the subject to create that relationship between me and the subject.
I put this post on both my personal and photography accounts on Facebook and Instagram. This was to gain more people to photograph. I do not have a set number at this point but the more successful images I have the more I have to choose from at the end. A few people replied, not many but a few people from university. This was a good start but I hoped for more. What I have found which has been important in finding people is talking to people I have photographed already. When I was shooting Ryan and Lauren, they gave me a whole list of people who might be interested. I contacted people through Instagram and have made plans with a few already. Mostly everyone I have photographed so far has given me at least one other person who might be interested.
I have made a list of all the people, as so far there is quite a lot and I do not want to forget any. It also allows me to compare genders and were Im taking them so that it will not be too similar. Many of these people live in my hometown so I have to wait a month until I am back there. In the meantime I will photograph whoever I can in Plymouth and be as well prepared as I can for when I go home. This means when I am home I just have to fit in as many shoots as I can.
Lucy Davis 