[Leica] studio ponderings

[gwpics1945 at yahoo.co.uk (Gerry Walden)]

I think the floor size is fine, but I would get as much height as possible.
I would also arrange a small changing area (maybe surrounded by curtains).
You get more light control the darker you paint the walls so black is the
ideal, but watch for colour casts if you use any colour apart from white,
grey or black.

Gerry

Gerry Walden LRPS
www.gwpics.com <http://www.gwpics.com>
Tel: +44 (0)23 8046 3076


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Sent: 22 June 2004 03:25
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Subject: [Leica] studio ponderings


I'm considering adding a studio to my home. I'm curious about size
recommendations. Can those of you with studios or those of you who have
had them please offer suggestions on dimensions and height? Also, any
special features I should budget into the project?

My typical studio shoot involves small children, high school seniors,
adult head shots, families, pets. I wouldn't be using the space to
photograph cars or other large items. My lighting consists of medium
softboxes (2'x3') and umbrellas.


I'm thinking of a space that would be 20 feet deep (I'm pretty locked in
to this dimension) by 16 feet wide (I have some flexibility here) and 8
feet tall (also some flexibility here). The north end, for certain,
would be the entrance with all/mostly glass surrounding a French door to
take advantage of that beautiful light. The remaining sides could or
could not have windows...most likely the western side would not in order
to avoid the afternoon sun and heat.

I'm not certain about flooring...I imagine some low-maintenance carpet
but might consider natural wood. Any thoughts on what works best here?

Currently my studio is in my attic which has 6' ceilings and while this
works fine for children it gets a bit tight with adults and full lenght
shots of adults are virtually out of the question unless they are height
challenged like myself (5'3" and proud of it!).

I'm anxious to hear thoughts from those of you who have been there, done
that.

Thanks,
Lea


Lea Murphy
Whiny Dog Press www.whinydogpress.com



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