Just completed the second installment of the Strobist Boot Camp (here).I had just under a week to prepare for this shot. Which, in hindsight, is a ridiculous amount of time. However like all good photographers, I waited till close to the deadline to finalize my approach.
The hardest part of this shot was deciding on WHAT to shoot, but after spending 5 hours watching Federer and Roddick work out their frustrations on grass, I thought representing this tournament was a good start.
I had to restrain myself and think "simplicity". I started with a table full of Wimbledon accessories: a tennis racket, purple and green cloths, photos of Federer, even a trophy. But then I remembered some advice I received a long time ago: start with 1 item and add slowly - only what necessary.
I approached the lighting with the same thinking. A single strobe (430 EX) placed high-right of frame. In addition 2 reflectors used to highlight the left/front sides of the white bowl (to add details in the shadows).
I think this shot was a lot more successful than my first assignment.
1) I simplified the shot as much as possible. Tried to eliminate all the was not necessary to convey the message. I think I could have gone even further.
2) I like the lighting. I am happy with the texture on the strawberries.
3) I wish I had a food stylist. I just couldn't get the berries to lay the right way. It looks a bit haphazard.
See the group shots here.
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