Photographing premium wooden walking sticks.
4 walking sticks for shooting: Figured 120, Saddle Caramel, Viking, Painted Eagle
Formats upon delivery: Original JPG (may be RAW) + edited JPG
Number of photo sessions: 2
Photo session №1: Photos with model
1. Model
Approval: the model is chosen by us before the shoot
Gender: Male
Age: 50+ years
Clothing: classic, but not too formal. For example: jeans and a shirt (light or neutral tones), informal blazer.
Not suitable - classic pants with a cuff.
No ties, the look should be comfortable and natural. Choose clothing colors so that they do not blend with the walking stick.
Hands: neat manicure, clean, well-groomed.
2. Location
Outdoor option: Bright day, natural lighting
We will help with the choice, options may include: park, city lake, near historic architecture, narrow streets, etc. *for outdoor shooting, wait until May
Indoor option: we will discuss
3. Photo requirements
3.1 Close-up - vertical aspect ratio 108*183, or square, 6-7 high-quality photos, different angles, examples -https://adobe.ly/4hinX1m)
3.2 Medium shot (vertical aspect ratio 108x183)
5-6 photos per walking stick. Example frame: https://adobe.ly/3BYoaqt
3.3 Medium-wide shot with expansion 2400*1256 pixels (focus on 1/3 of the left part of the frame), 1-2 photos, the walking stick should be clearly visible
Background soft, blurred, not distracting, examples -https://lightroom.adobe.com/shares/82b374487654444f96bf0e4d8ced3315
4. Important points
4.1 The ring should be turned so that the inscription faces the camera (when more of the right side of the handle is in frame, turn the ring to the right and vice versa)
4.2 The hand should not cover the ring and handle, as these are the main elements of the walking stick on which we focus.
4.3 Soft light without harsh shadows
4.4 No black-and-white photos
4.5 Do not change the natural color of the wood during editing
4.6 The model should not look directly into the camera
Photo session №2: Indoor photos without a model
The goal here is to create a set of 5-7 photos for each walking stick that look cohesive in style.
1. Location
We will help choose an atmospheric interior, for example: library, living rooms
in retro style, wine cellar.
Good lighting is essential to convey the texture of the wood, depth of color, and carving. Soft light to avoid excessive shadows or overexposed areas.
2. Photo requirements
Focus on details of the handle, wood texture. It is important to convey the carving, smooth lines, elegance of the walking stick, its shape, and style.
2.1 Close-up (vertical aspect ratio 108*183, or square, 6-7 high-quality photos, different angles)
Example: https://adobe.ly/40bTsnL
2.2 Medium shot (vertical aspect ratio 108x183)
Example: https://lightroom.adobe.com/shares/143acfd1c30a48babe4e8e45002bbc43
3. Important points
3.1 It is important to choose a good angle and composition, work well with lighting to highlight the handle, wood texture, and avoid overexposure or unwanted shadows.
3.2 The ring should be turned so that the inscription faces the camera (when more of the right side of the handle is in frame, turn the ring to the right and vice versa)
3.3 No black-and-white photos
3.4 Do not change the natural color of the wood during editing.
Additional task: Shorts at the end of the first and second photo sessions
Format: MP4 or MOV, aspect ratio: 9:16, Duration: 10-30 seconds, quality: 1080p or higher, with smooth stabilization, minimal editing, possible use of smooth transitions.
Ideas for shorts:
Filming the walking stick in use: a man 50+ walking with it, making smooth movements, touching the carving.
Close-ups of hands, handle details, wood texture.
Focus on carving, texture, smooth lines.
Changing angles, focus on details: ring, shape smoothness.
Play of light on the wood – soft, natural lighting.
Frame-by-frame transition between different models.
No sharp sounds, voices, music without copyright.
Shorts should be aesthetically appealing, smooth, without unnecessary effects – main focus on product quality and details.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fNjch61sDw30bbEthujlNbizFQlPcNdqBzZlsNV0NjQ/edit?tab=t.0
