Fashion photography is widely renowned as a pretty lucrative and glamorous career option, and it can definitely be so. There are many individuals who have made their mark in the photography landscape by capturing fashion photos, Bruce Weber Photographer being one of them. With adequate work, practice and understanding of the fashion industry, a good career in fashion photography is can be attainable. Bruce himself was a preeminent photographer of the fashion industry in the 1980s and continues to be one of the most popular and influential photographers of the planet. He has worked for Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld Gianni Versace, Ralph Lauren, Abercrombie & Fitch and several other globally renowned fashion houses.
A dedicated fashion photographer must try their best to know the fashion industry inside and out. This does not simply mean that they have to keep pace with the latest trends. These photographers also need to gain an understanding of the history of the industry, and grasp has fashion has evolved over the decades. Anyone entering the industry with a good knowledge of the styles and fashion of varied eras would certainly be at an advantage. Aspiring fashion photographers also need to gain knowledge about popular fashion houses, fashion designers, fashion magazines, and image-makers through the ages.
Producing their very first fashion shoot is a huge step for any fashion photographer. They would be the director of this shoot and have others looking up to them for guidance. The photographer has to be the one telling the models how to pose, while simultaneously ensuring that the next looks are getting prepared properly. Among other tasks, they have to ensure that they are getting the best possible shot of all the models and their outfit. Each person involved in the photo shoot, especially the models, have to feel comfortable on the set. Fashion photographers have the duty to stay calm and try to ensure the convenience of all. While this multitasking can seem overwhelming at first, with time the photographers will get used to it, and even find it exciting and thrilling.
Fashion photographers must definitely come to their shoot while being prepared and organized. They must have a good sense of the creative direction of the shoot, a detailed shot list that mark what everyone should be doing, as well as proper knowledge of the clothes to be shot. The photographer needs to think ten steps ahead at all times to make their shoot a success. When entering the industry as a fashion photographer, one may need a bit of help from their friends to create their portfolio. It is better to have friends with a good sense of style and fashionable clothes for the shoot. A few friends can also help in setting up the shots, organizing the clothes, adjusting the lights and more. Every fashion photographer starts their journey from below and climbs up the ladder with time. Bruce Weber Photographer himself started out by building his first small darkroom in an apartment that a fifth-floor walkup between Little Italy and Chinatown. He used to take headshot portraits new actors and actresses there.
