There is a long gap between my last post and this current one. Reason being I was involved in several commercial assignments. There were party coverage, product, jewelry, industrial and model shoot. Last few weeks were real tough for me. However, to tell you the truth, this is what I was dying for, lots of work to show my creativity.
Before anything else, I should mention that I bought a Nikon speedlight SB-400 last month. It was worth spending $140 for the stuff. I did my party coverage and industrial shoot with the speedlight. It gives standard result if used properly. I got excellent results when tried the Rembrandt lighting. Its lightweight, handy (fits even inside my formal trousers pockets) and doesnt give you headache for low battery (provided you use good quality NiMH batteries).
Now comes the hard part (not for me but for my readers, to listen to the same old frustrations of mine)
The way people think and treat us artists: (same story, new page) Creativity doesnt count if it is not packaged with something easily sellable, e.g. cheap glamour shots, sexy models, etc. Some people are so damn cheap, that they try to bargain for professional services. It seems like they are buying something from the local roadside market. However some are there who truly understand and respect creative work. The last jewelry shoot for Airan Group was handled carefully according to my satisfaction and adding to my pleasure, client demanded some creative work. He gave me full liberty to create something good. Airan jewelry is a new brand launching in this festive season, so budget was indeed a constraint. Jewelry photos were for a design catalogue. I shot photos for another launching brand of cooking spices, Dollar Brand masala and I made three layouts for their banners and pamphlets.
Ultimately I am happy, because I could do what I wanted and I got some good assignments to start off. Increase in collection of photos, new clients, new connections and obviously a banner ad feature to popularize my work. Both the product banners and jewelry catalogue will be published in Mega Trade Fare at Helipad ground, Kolkata. I also sold one of my stock photos of Durga idol face. This was so far last few weeks for me. It was hectic and fast, but I enjoyed it that way. Hope this trend remains.
