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Video BREAKDOWN:
0:00 - INTRO
1:23 - TIP #1
2:32 - TIP #2
4:12 - TIP #3
5:52 - TIP #4
7:44 - SETUP / GEAR BREAKDOWN
10:49 - CAMERA SETTINGS
11:35 - TAKING HEADSHOTS
12:26 - ADD FILL LIGHT WITH THIS CHEAP ACCESSORY
14:03 - FINAL THOUGHTS
14:38 - OUTRO
#headshotphotography #photographer #learnphotography #photographytips

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@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Who takes Headshots?? Drop some more tips below!

@DaveBurbank 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this really good video! I've shot many thousands of headshots and have a few thoughts I'd like to share. (1) I would not recommend a ring light as a cheap alternative lightsource for headshots. I see ring lights misused a lot. They are intended for very close proximity and for the camera/lens to be positioned in the middle of the ring. Also, they create a very distinctive reflection in the eye (catch light) which can look unnatural. (2) I might recommend a faster shutter speed than 1/60 second. A faster shutter speed helps eliminate effects of ambient light when doing headshots. Less of a problem if the ambient light is the exact same color as the photographer's lightsource. But if ambient light is warmer then you might end up with orange-ish highlights in the hair, etc. (3) Tip: If the subject is looking up toward the light (like in your video) there will be reflection in the eyeglasses. As soon as you take this picture, tell the subject not to move but to remove his/her eyeglasses and shoot the same shot again. In post, you can replace the eyeglass reflection with the eyes from the photo without eyeglasses. When done right it looks amazing. (4) Using the reflector to add some light to the dark side is a great tip. If you're on a budget, just go to an office supply store and buy a piece of white foam board. It's lightweight. It works great.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Dave! Wow, thanks for the super informative comment! Yes, I definitely don’t think a ring light is a good cheap alternative, nowadays you can get even a powerful constant light like for video to do the job even! Great point about shutter speed and ambient light. Something I definitely look out for on location shoots, here I had no lights on and it was dark which is why I used it. Man, great tip on the glasses!! Never would’ve thought of that. I always just raised the softbox higher to get it out. Tip 4 for a foam board is always such a solid tip, great advice man, thanks!

@organicrobot4710 Жыл бұрын

Great advice!

@carlynnerau Жыл бұрын

Solid tips! Tnx Dave! 👌

@dab7963 Жыл бұрын

Also have a couple of things you may find interesting. You should try tethering your camera to a computer running capture One. You can download a trial version of capture One but when you shoot the picture you can immediately see it on the computer screen and it's great. Next I would set your camera to the lowest ISO possible and set your shutter speed to the sink speed for your flash on most cameras it's usually 200 or 250. Next I would set my aperture to f8 and take a shot. Hopefully the image you see will be totally black which is what you want. This demonstrates that there is no ambient light interfering and you have full control of your lighting using your strobes. You also could get a meter and meter the space but the thing I learned from Daniel Norton's videos is that you want to make sure that you eliminate all ambient light in the room so that the only light controlling your photographs are your flash units. Enjoy and keep shooting.

@HollywoodConnection-JAST 4 ай бұрын

@@dab7963 yes, and an another economic solution is to bring a 13 to 22" flat screen monitor and post it on a stand... (make sure colors are calibrated good on it) and plug in a quick connect HDMI cable (bungee cord) to your HDMI out on your camera to review shots if draging in a computer set up with a table etc. is not permissable or room is a factor...some cameras have wifi which can mirror onto an ipad as well

@davidlessard3741 11 ай бұрын

THANK YOU!!! I needed a short, to-the-point, video on how to do head shots (have some scheduled tomorrow)!!! I love the simplicity but with thorough explanations for each step. I am now a 'Subscriber'!

@AndreiRestrepo 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Make sure to check out the other 2 videos I have on this series as well! Best of luck!

@starttofinishmediaco.2520 Жыл бұрын

i love how pragmatic you are with the lighting. For sure, a ring light isn't the same as an Aperture light. But everyone is at different budgets/levels in their equipment. Work with what you got!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

That’s right! Thanks for watching!

@lifelesun Жыл бұрын

Awesome video Andrei, very informative. Thank you for taking the time to make this.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much, glad it was valuable! Make sure to check out the other two videos right after this one about headshots as well!

@Ralferator Жыл бұрын

Great video! Very good tips and to the point! Thank you very much!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much for the feedback, glad you found it valuable!

@TaylorBrownPhotoVideo 2 жыл бұрын

THE BACKGROUND IS COMPLETE ! Looks great dood

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

YEAH! Still want a little light above it to make it pop a little more. But loving it!!

@udaymohan264 4 ай бұрын

Very well composed and put together for easy consumption, thank you.

@AndreiRestrepo 4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it, thanks for watching!

@carolineglass4654 Жыл бұрын

Great image! - Thank you for your practical video!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey Caroline, thanks for the feedback! Glad you found it valuable. 😄

@prnssbuttercup 9 ай бұрын

Bruh! This is everything! Thank you from a beginner!

@AndreiRestrepo 9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it, you’re welcome!

@mrbenn180 Жыл бұрын

Cracking video thank you. I have difficulty with focal lengths and this made it so easy to understand!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Awesome, glad to hear it. Reach out if you have any additional questions, thanks for watching!

@jennycostamd Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Headshot photography is where I am going into for my side hustle. I am hoping for the best. Your video gave me enough confidence to start.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Glad it was helpful! It's a great side of photography to be in. While it's not the main type of photography I do with my business, a big chunk of it is still headshot photography that brings in quite a bit of income. Especially if you can land a gig shooting multiple headshots for multiple businesses!

@jennycostamd Жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo - Thanks for the tips! I am a medical doctor and I really need photography as an outlet for my creative side. 🤗

@alexnunezus Жыл бұрын

Thank you, super helpful!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex, glad you found it valuable!

@Csanchez887 8 ай бұрын

Love how you explain the 1/128 light intensity 🙏🏼🔥

@AndreiRestrepo 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome! I start there and then add more power if needed, typically might end up between 1/16-1/8th power in brighter rooms. Thanks for watching!

@acoupleofgays1 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!! So inspiring

@AndreiRestrepo 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad it was valuable.

@HOGG1Photography 9 ай бұрын

good info! im a new shooter about 15 months. i shoot with a Nikon D3200 and i started shooting myself using off camera flash using softbox and shoot through umbrella. im also a new youtube creator and i spoke on this for the beginners. all this info is valuable so thank you! Im not this far into my shooting, but its always good to stay connected to people who are passionate abou thier craft.

@AndreiRestrepo 9 ай бұрын

Hey man! Thanks for sharing, glad it was valuable! And welcome to YT. 🤙🏼 Thanks for watching!

@carlynnerau Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you! 👍❤️

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, glad you found it valuable!

@Tyryaelka 2 жыл бұрын

love it :) ty for some tips

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Veronika, glad you found it valuable! Thanks so much for watching!

@ChuckJ7777 Жыл бұрын

Good tips for headshots. Thanks for the video

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey Chuck! Thanks so much, glad you found it valuable!

@dab7963 Жыл бұрын

Free video thanks for posting. You going to enjoy that new goldocks trigger they really improved it from the first version.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@PracticingPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

I will be doing headshots for my team this week. Thanks for your video, I picked up a few things from you.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man! Congrats on your shoot, hope it goes well. Glad you found it valuable, best of luck!

@starlegendtcw 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant video earned your self a new sub and you deserve farrrrr more thank you

@AndreiRestrepo 5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, appreciate it greatly!

@Roterknopff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that video was helpfull for me.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Arne, thanks so much! Appreciate the feedback!

@conordia6906 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant thanks

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Your welcome, glad you found it valuable!

@zacharypatsula9218 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for tips

@AndreiRestrepo 9 ай бұрын

Of course, thanks for watching! Glad it was valuable.

@RaspberryTea-sz4mt 4 ай бұрын

thx for sharing!

@AndreiRestrepo 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!

@Shubhamsharma-qv8ty Жыл бұрын

You are a gem

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback!

@veselinvasilev9362 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it valuable!

@kristineelvemo 2 жыл бұрын

I really needed this video! Thanks:) Maybe a video of how you edit headshot photography too?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea! Glad it was helpful, thanks for your support!

@chehanif2011 2 жыл бұрын

nice tips bro!

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the support Hanif!

@candissdelcastillo7863 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you. I use Mag Mod also. 👍

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Nice, glad you found it valuable. Definitely a great softbox system!

@directorpedroStudio Жыл бұрын

Amazing

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, glad you found it valuable!

@srlkngl 2 жыл бұрын

nice...thanks...

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful!

@elainebethany9814 2 жыл бұрын

Your voice is magnificent.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks Elaine! 😄 glad to hear that, thanks for watching!

@TaylorBrownPhotoVideo 2 жыл бұрын

You gotta try Studio Gray! Best backdrop since its so versatile.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Mines some type of grey, is it lighter or darker than mine??

@aleksandarmilic2610 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Andrei!! Very helpful and well explained. Thank You

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for checking it out!

@MotoEli777 Жыл бұрын

Great informative video! Question? I saw that you had some clips on in office headshots with ambient lighting. Do you have a video on that or info/tips you can share with those settings?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks for the feedback! Yeah those settings are a little tougher to shoot in. Basically the best route is to over power the ambient lighting if you don't want it to affect your shot. In some examples where I've done headshots in offices, luckily they had daylight balanced lighting so it helped fill the room actually. Best bet is to turn off the overhead lights, and work with the ambient window light or try to block it out as well. Let me know if you have any questions, Thanks for watching !

@jeffbagwell5 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely would love a pricing and editing video to follow up

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Appreciate the feedback, have that video on my list. Thanks for watching!

@japsi_96 8 ай бұрын

Hey :D Thank you very much for your tips in this video!! What color is the backdrop?

@AndreiRestrepo 8 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! This one is dark grey, but you can use whichever natural or neutral color you’d like!

@andrefelixstudio2833 5 ай бұрын

You did a nice job on your video he’s a professional piece of advice never shoot anybody in a white top!

@AndreiRestrepo 5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, appreciate it!

@is92173 2 жыл бұрын

Another great vid. Definitely would be interested in a pricing and an editing video for headshots. Keep up the good work though!

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Isaac! Thanks so much for the feedback, appreciate it! Cool, I’ll add that to my list !

@anthonygeorge5604 2 жыл бұрын

Only movie and videographers Edit. photographers process just like darkroom days

@godssouljah 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely make a video for prices to charge! Great video and very informative!

@chrismcphee2060 2 жыл бұрын

Keep the gear simple. I’ve been shooting headshots for 4 years now. That’s my overall lesson learned. You don’t need a lot of gear to capture professional headshots and make money doing what you love. The true art of headshots is making the talent feel comfortable. Focus on that. The gear part is easy. It is really cut and dry. #iamyourcameraguy

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

That’s right! Doesn’t matter if you have the best gear in the world if your talent feels awkward. Thanks for watching man!

@jnazarian113 Жыл бұрын

Great video thank you! Couple questions, can you elaborate about like extension cords, stool/chair, and tethering your camera to your laptop (do you need this)? Also, your subject wants stylized/action shots around their office how do you light that without bringing your lights and replugging it back in?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks for the feedback. I don’t do live tethering, simply showing them on my camera screen is a good enough reference and sometimes enough to even choose their favorites on location. I’ll typically use my off camera flash setup running through a softbox and just move that around or have an assistant with me for the day. Let me know if you have any other questions !

@chrismcphee2060 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, Andrei! Thanks for the tips and inspiration. I am a headshot photographer in Harker Heights, TX. Found your channel today. Great content. Keep it coming! #iamyourcameraguy

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey chris! Thanks so much for the comment, appreciate it!

@skyprovisuals4186 Жыл бұрын

I'm interested in the pricing model & the editing workflow if you haven't already made this video. Thanks for this video! Great tutorial

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much, yes I do! Here ya go: Editing headshots: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLBzh7J52trcdKs.html Pricing breakdown: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNJmgdam38jPg40.html

@briangolden3645 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid!! What kind of backdrop is that?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! It’s just a 6ft dark grey paper roll from my local camera store. Here’s something similar - amzn.to/3D7oY8w The backdrop stand is also a cheap set that gets the job done, have it linked in my description if you’re interested!

@anthonygeorge5604 2 жыл бұрын

I agree there’s only one sun

@top_tech.500k Жыл бұрын

*Great informative review 👍✨ ✨ ✨* I use glasses what is the best position for the softbox for the glasses and what percentage of lighting to use for youtube video studio shooting ? I use the godox sl60w Thanks

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much, appreciate it! Ahh yes, took me a bit ti figure that out! You want as much as diffusion as possible first off, that way you also don’t get harsh shadows from your glasses. Next, you want to make sure your softbox is above your eye level by a little bit and depending on where your cameras position is. I use an aputure 120D and typically have it at 50-70%. Thanks for watching!

@peterguman7298 2 жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts using a shoot thru or reflective umbrella vs the soft box? thanks for your video.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Peter! I haven’t actually used an umbrella setup, only softboxes. I like using soft boxes because you can control the diffusion and it’s more directed at your subject. Umbrella probably had less diffusion control. Thanks for watching!

@Internetsvoiceofreason 2 жыл бұрын

Hey 👋🏾 may I ask, what type of backdrop do you use and also where did you get it from? I’m looking to start headshots. Awesome video 😩👏🏾

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much, appreciate the feedback and support! Totally, I got the dark grey paper roll from my local camera store, but here’s a similar one on Amazon - amzn.to/3D7oY8w and here’s the backdrop stand! Cheap but gets the job done - amzn.to/3za5nC2 Make sure to watch my second video in their series about Pricing and more on the business side of it! - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNJmgdam38jPg40.html

@RayDeLuca Жыл бұрын

Do not use 400 ISO always base ISO unless the flash you are using isnt strong enough otherwise great simple video for the new guys

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey man! Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it!

@ghostblackboy3 2 жыл бұрын

Hey @Andrei Restrepo Awesome vid on headshots I got one question, what tripod are you using?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! This is the tripod I’m using now. Great for anything honestly, unless you need a heavy duty one. Manfrotto befree advanced amzn.to/3qI2l4L

@ghostblackboy3 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo thank you!!!

@MyAndrew53 Жыл бұрын

Your video is so informative. I’m just wondering what the name of the app that you used to fire the camera

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It’s called “Camera Connect” and the icon is a camera and the canon logo! I think it might only be compatible with canon cameras, but not 100% on that. Thanks for watching!

@patrickflanagan5415 Жыл бұрын

Great video man! Is there a light in the diffuser box on the right? Looks like there was...

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey Patrick! Yes, that’s my constant video light for YT videos. Simply had it on for BTS purposes it wasn’t affecting the example photos. 🤙🏻

@patrickflanagan5415 Жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo Great, thanks :)

@nabeelkasim Жыл бұрын

Dude! Thank you this video helped me out a lot. I am about shoot my first paid headshot job and need to figure out how I am going to light these people. Would love to see what you have to say about pricing. I subscribed to return and provide an update :)

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey Nabeel! Glad you found the video valuable! Definitely, check out this video where I showcase the pricing model I use! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNJmgdam38jPg40.html

@stevey7505 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Trying to get into headshots myself. Quick and naive question. Do you use a wagon to haul equipment while on location? I have a camera bag and single light kit that fits in a backpack. But if I need to lug around a backdrop setup like the one in your video, a wagon would suffice?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve! Thanks so much for the feedback. That’s a great question - YES! I couldn’t have gotten a wagon soon enough. I realized early on, especially getting into video work, how a wagon could make life easier lol. Absolutely recommend, always use one for lugging the headshot gear around. This is the one I have: www.academy.com/p/academy-sports-outdoors-folding-sports-wagon-with-removable-bed

@stevey7505 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo Awesome! Thank you. Much appreciated. 🙏🏻

@YonnBurgos 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! Do you have links for the stands and backdrop?

@YonnBurgos 2 жыл бұрын

… found it!

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for watching!

@daillengineer Жыл бұрын

1/60 and f2.8? Generally you want to be at sync speed (1/200 - 1/250) and f5.6 - f8 to ensure sharpest results and ensure no ambient light is affecting the shot. When i set up, i am tethered, and i make sure those settings, combined with raising exposure by 2-3stops in capture one, still gives me a black frame. That ensures ambient isn’t creeping in. Then adjust flash power.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input! Typically I’m always taking these without a paper background, so I want the DOF & separation for the subject which is why I do around 2.8. 1/60 is fast enough in my experience, but yes faster to cut out ambient, plus with internal stabilization the shot will be sharp. Thanks for watching!

@yamraaj4529 2 жыл бұрын

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@BRUNO-cj9wd 9 ай бұрын

Everyone’s an expert

@AndreiRestrepo 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@Don_terrenos Жыл бұрын

So you mention at 11:45 that you turned your video light to see at the scene, are you referring to the light source to your right?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Yes. I had to do that because otherwise my room was pretty dark, wasn’t affecting the light for the headshot examples though. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for watching!

@EuroRSN 6 ай бұрын

Can you do a tutorial on how you style your hair :)

@AndreiRestrepo 6 ай бұрын

Haha! It’s super simple, I just blow dry it upside down and then style it with a matte paste !

@cikgualiff717 8 ай бұрын

what is the best focal length and distance from the subject to avoid facial distortion?

@AndreiRestrepo 8 ай бұрын

50mm at the minimum! A 50mm prime lens is perfect for the stuff, or an 85mm and so on. However, the more zoomed in of a lens you use like 85, 105, etc, the “bigger” a person may appear, so I find 50mm is my go to normally. As far as distance, you’re only like 4-5 ft away I think, like I just frame them like the headshot should look. If anything, a little wider to be able to crop in. thanks for watching!

@MatisMedia 2 жыл бұрын

I noticed you had the x1t(trigger) how did you like that? I have the x2t and its a real hit or miss, some days its great and some days it completely sucks

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

It’s ok! Worked pretty well but the screen was hard to read and the scroll wheel for changing power wasn’t the best. Now I use the xpro-c and really like it. Bigger display and better functionality. Here’s the link to it! amzn.to/3vBcDYg

@rubenolmedo2908 Жыл бұрын

Hello! Where do you get your backdrop paper?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! I got mine from a local camera store but pretty sure this one on Amazon is super similar! amzn.to/3YZ6zEy

@willpower3317 7 ай бұрын

How does the use of a reflector compare to using a fill light?

@AndreiRestrepo 7 ай бұрын

It works well, but not as adjustable as a full light since it’s based on the power of your key light. To adjust the effect of the reflector, all you can do is get closer or farther. But honestly works fine for me. Thanks for watching!

@mikedahmm5482 4 ай бұрын

Do you try to shoot Rembrandt shots or what kind of shots do you try to shoot MichaelDahmm

@AndreiRestrepo 4 ай бұрын

For the most part yes, but not as "dramatic" as some of the photos taken that way can be. Typically more flattering and softer shadows. Thanks for watching!

@49ers49ers Жыл бұрын

Do you do two background colors White / Black?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! No, typically I’ll ask ahead of time what kind of background they want, whether it’s dark grey, white, or if they want it to be transparent. Unless they specifically request multiple background colors

@user-bj7gt1cu1x 6 ай бұрын

Two question, do you feel a Sony ev z10 can be used for headshot as long as I have a prime lens? If you aren't home what gear do you normally take with you?

@AndreiRestrepo 6 ай бұрын

I think so! Not too familiar with that camera but I’m sure it takes good enough photos for sure. And yes, I’d use a 50mm prime lens to start off with it. Typically just my camera, lens, the one off camera flash and softbox setup and that’s it. If they want a paper roll background, then that too.

@legary2007 Жыл бұрын

I think I've seen every item on your lists, but I haven't found (or I missed it?) the app you're using on your phone to do the selfies with. 'Sorry if I'm blind and didn't see it. I use Android phones. Your video was very good with the BTS. Thanks!

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Sorry, I don’t have the app linked! Good idea to have it there. For canon cameras, it’s called “CameraConnect” with a canon camera on the app. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching

@bryanp9504 Жыл бұрын

@Andrei Restrepo is it better to use manual focus or auto-focus?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey man! I guess it depends on your camera. I used AF on the 5d mark iv, and do now on my R6. Makes it much easier to recompose your shot and keep eye tracking on. Thanks for watching!

@Sera_Vaz Жыл бұрын

Wow. This is a great video. Thank you so much for making this video. I have been struggling with the headshots so much for my brother's picture. I have a crop sensor camera (canon 600D) with the kit lens and a 50mm 1.8. But due to 1.6 crop factor, the lens actually becomes 80mm. Is it okay to use this lens? I don't have the budget to upgrade right now.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks so much. That’s how I started! Totally fine to use your 50mm, even with the crop! Might actually look better. 👍🏻

@Sera_Vaz Жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo Can you recommend me some good resources that can help me practice my skills as a beginner? I have been watching your videos and I really like the way you teach this subject.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hmm, honestly just finding a way to practice again and again would be the best. Along with other good video content on YT and finding some dedicated online courses

@richardhugginsrealestateph7132 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. May have to give this a go. What a great way to get more RE Shoots too. Im also a Realtor and remember paying between $100-125 for headshots. What are you charging? Im sure it varies per state.

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Richard! Yep, it's a great add on for me too when a realtor needs listing content done and then also a headshot. Pretty average price here too! Thanks for watching!

@richardhugginsrealestateph7132 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo Looks like a good set up. What is the roll out background? Does a light or dark color matter? Im assuming it affects the flash a bit?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

It's dark grey paper roll that I bought from my local camera store! Definitely affects the image, I simply prefer darker backgrounds, pretty neutral for any gig! The darker the background the less your subject might blend into it if they are wearing dark clothing too, just have to ensure you're lighting them correctly.

@richardhugginsrealestateph7132 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo Makes sense. I love flash so dark it is. Thanks

@anthonygeorge5604 2 жыл бұрын

Window light is the best lighting you can get. Your ISO. determine the intensity and quality of the lighting. The modifiers try to mimic window light and over cast day. Yes you don’t have the power the light but with practice you can master this style of light. Flash And continuous light has a different quality and you can modify the with the type of diffuser you use

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Anthony! Thanks for your input. So how would you shoot a group photo or headshot in an office building that has almost no natural light? Or even in my office where it’s pretty dark without lighting. As someone who only shot natural light for years, understanding lighting and being able to have full control with quality results in any scene has been best overall. Not to say I only use lighting ever time, but if the scene looks better/more professional with it, then I will. Plus this magbox setup doesn’t have the best diffusion, now I use a double diffused soft box with a nicer flash and the results are great. Thanks for watching!

@anthonygeorge5604 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo I use a two light set up for group shots and. For headshots I use one one light and a reflector. I have been shooting on a budget for years

@misterlove7034 Жыл бұрын

What size/type/brand photo backdrop paper would you recommend?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! For doing just single headshots, a 5-6 ft is plenty. Definitely get bigger like 9-10ft if there’s multiple people or wider shots. I got mine from my local camera store, but you can get the same ones on Amazon. I think I have something similar to this! Thanks for watching ! amzn.to/3Q20DaQ

@jboccella04 5 ай бұрын

What kind of light do you have on when you were actually taking the photo? I could tell you turned off the video light, but what other light source was on? It didn't seem to be an issue for the headshot itself, so I'm curious what it was - bright enough your camera could find your face and focus on it, low enough to not bother the shot.

@AndreiRestrepo 5 ай бұрын

Sure thing! Pretty at this time I was using a speed light through a mag box, which is just a softbox with a magnetic attachment. I don’t use that system anymore but I still use the same concept for photoshoots like these with clients. I use a godox ad200pro through a ez glow 42in beauty dish softbox. Thanks for watching!

@vibeswithji7414 Жыл бұрын

I have a question.. where do you get your back drops from ?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

I got this one locally from a camera shop called Houston Camera Exchange. But I'm pretty sure you can get them on amazon too, pretty sure this is it if not super similar! amzn.to/40EtyXA

@MrPippec 2 жыл бұрын

Андрюха, ты тута?! И я тута

@user-dx6mn3fz6u 4 ай бұрын

What background are u using? It looks like paper but I am specifically asking for the brand and the exact color. Would really appreciate the information

@AndreiRestrepo 4 ай бұрын

It’s a dark grey paper roll from a local photography shop that I got a long time ago. Pretty sure any dark grey backdrop from any brand, like savage, would probably be really close!

@muscade8309 Жыл бұрын

Hi Andrei! I don't think you left a link to the backdrop. If you don't have a link do you think you could tell me the dimensions please?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! Yes, I bought mine from a local camera store. It’s small, just for headshots or medium shots. Here’s a similar one on Amazon! amzn.to/3xYYl4k

@claydowdy9596 Жыл бұрын

Which app do you use for remote photography? Canon's app keeps dropping out for me.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

I just used that one for this example, typically works fine for me. :/

@irvinc.1619 2 жыл бұрын

I just have one question bro how do you market yourself?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Irvin! So I don't really market myself at all with headshots. In the beginning, I did a couple headshot shoots and my clients posted them, I would get referrals from other people viewing them online. It was easier for me because I was taking them for the team I was working for consistently, so they pretty much marketed them for me. As I always say, just try and get portfolio content so you can show what you can do. Give someone a big discount or free for the first time to get it going. Thanks for watching!

@chezeresanchez2137 Жыл бұрын

What is the app used to make sure your camera settings are set correctly with the flash strength needed 🙏

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! It’s called “Camera Connect” and the icon is a camera and the canon logo! I think it might only be compatible with canon cameras, but not 100% on that. Thanks for watching!

@chezeresanchez2137 Жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo I have a canon thank you !!

@mikedahmm5482 4 ай бұрын

What do you think about using a 18-55 lens for headshots and do you shoot raw or raw and JPEG Thanks MichaelDahmm

@AndreiRestrepo 4 ай бұрын

A kit lens like the 18-55 would be a good starting point for sure. You could also pick up an affordable 50mm prime lens as well for a more ideal headshot/portrait lens. And yes, RAW only!

@mikedahmm5482 4 ай бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo thanks so much I appreciate your assistance and your videos

@thesolid9091 2 жыл бұрын

what Mic do you use in this video?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

I use a Rode Video Mic Pro + for my studio shots! Thanks for watching! amzn.to/3jqJvwg

@tangled6931 Жыл бұрын

I need to do some self-portraits, its just feels strange, but a good way to learn without looking for someone to sit there for you.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Exactly! That’s a good way to put it. Thanks for watching!

@sagarprasad6934 2 жыл бұрын

I have Canon 470EX - AI flash gun but..I have no idea which trigger and receiver supporting this flash gun..so please tell me. What to do?

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same one!! That’s the one that the head moves automatically to bounce right? I used that too, but now I just left it for event photography. I would get a godox trigger + receiver, that’s what I started with! This one: amzn.to/3wP0lej

@49ers49ers Жыл бұрын

What price point do you charge for single head shot vs maybe 10 head shots for an office?

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

around $100-$150 / headshot vs $75-$125 for multiple !

@2jzgenat 3 ай бұрын

Poses are hardest imo

@AndreiRestrepo 3 ай бұрын

Yeah definitely. Over time I’ve learned just having a bunch of cues or phrases to pull out different facial expressions is best. Directing them as much as a can to try and get a candid natural smile and not forced. Thanks for watching !

@theheadshotguys 2 жыл бұрын

What do you teach your clients about their expression ? Lighting is easy ! Its all about the expression and doing more than just telling clients to "smile"

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Totally. This video was definitely more on the technical side for sure. But I typically start by engaging them in natural conversation about their day to get them feeling more comfortable and stress that this will be quick and easy. Then I have them face the camera and draw out different expressions by directing them! How about you? Tips you’d like to share?

@theheadshotguys 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo You bet, being comfortable is soooo important for most of my clients. I like working out peoples best side using their bigger eye, the hair part and the side of their mouth that they smile out of first. Getting rid of those pesky double and triple chins is also important !

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Those are some great tips! Thanks for sharing man!

@theheadshotguys 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo No problems anytime !

@utahoutings 11 ай бұрын

Wondering what this video was shot on?

@AndreiRestrepo 11 ай бұрын

Pretty sure my canon R6! Now I use the mark ii version. Thanks for watching!

@searcyproductions Жыл бұрын

i just sub can you used a canon r6

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, I use an R6 now, but in this video I was using a 5d mark iv. Thanks for watching and the support!

@minkymott Жыл бұрын

I always thought when doing a portrait, you should use a smaller aperture so you can get the whole face in focis. Why do you use a wider aperture, and why ISO400? I thought you'd use something like 100 so you wouldn't get any grain.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! It's honestly totally subjective to you at the end of the day. Sure there are "rules" for portrait photography, real estate, landscape, etc. but ultimately it's up to you. Personally I choose to shoot these at 2.8 to have a bit of depth from on the ear and the rest, and even shallower like 1.4-2.0 if there's an actual location background. Also ISO 400 to not have your shutter speed so low. Even if you're on a tripod, you subject might move slightly and your subject could be out of focus or have motion blur, so I typically won't go slower than 1/100 or 1/60, which means bumping up the ISO to 320 - 400. With modern/professional cameras, you won't see any grain at 400, or even 800 on mine really, just test your's out to see what's best for your setup. Thanks for watching!

@minkymott Жыл бұрын

@@AndreiRestrepo I'm so happy you answered. Makes me know you actually care about your viewers. Thanks for showingi me not to stick to one set of rules. Your advice makes total sense to me. Great video by the way. I like the way you explain things. You don't assume your viewers should be professionals already...haha. :)

@stevenmeansphotography3861 2 жыл бұрын

There are a lot more less expensive soft boxes mag mod over prices there is one just like It for $53 dollars and with a ring light you can’t get the shot if your shooting through it

@AndreiRestrepo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! You’re right, I’m actually uploading a video tomorrow about lighting and showcasing an affordable $70 softbox, so there are definitely other options. I’ve used a ring light in the past having it off to the side at a low power ti still be soft before getting better lighting. Not ideal, but worked in the beginning, simply why I mentioned it. Thanks for watching!

@tanjidahaque2928 Жыл бұрын

Can you help me pricing 😢

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

Hey! I cover a bit of that in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNJmgdam38jPg40.html it’s a follow up to this one, thanks for watching!

@jjaylad Жыл бұрын

Ring lights. I hate the eye highlights they create. By far, I prefer a softbox.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

definitely agree with that! such nicer/more natural look from a soft box. thanks for watching!

@antonellabiefeni-olevano1506 8 ай бұрын

Great video...except for the spot where you mention a hack for making women look slimmer. Why just women?

@AndreiRestrepo 8 ай бұрын

I'm sure I mentioned that not thinking about it but I do the same thing for men as well! Plus having them lean forward to make their neck slimmer. Thanks for watching!

@SpotBentley Жыл бұрын

Most of the photos you included in your video are not head shots.

@AndreiRestrepo Жыл бұрын

With mostly realtor clients, we do more lifestyle/in the field based headshots. And I was always shoot wider to leave room for cropping. Thanks for watching though!