The air is very crisp outside so the warmth indoors at The Chestnut Club is not only welcoming but soothing. It is always a blessing when you can shoot inside and know that as a photographer what awaits you is a an aesthetic dream filled with beautiful light, rich textures, amazing detail and a canvas worthy of artistic creation.
Karen and Healy looked ever so posh as they were found lounging and chatting on the corner sofa as we arrived! Their welcoming smiles and generosity exceeded any expectations that we had. Sometimes when dealing with venues and/or owners it can be a crazy kind of dance- ha, ha more like a battle with some fist pumps thrown in for good measure. Not all venues are appeasing to the thought process behind what we as photographers go through in creating visually stunning or provocative imagery. This is not the case with Karen and Healy. Working at The Chestnut Club was truly a delight. Not only did we have full access to the furniture, lighting and such, we also had such beautiful elements to work with that are inherent of the design of the venue. Gorgeous brick walls, interesting chandeliers and super cool furniture to name a few. All of these things provided for the perfect artistic backdrop for our photo shoot. We wanted to do a shoot that showcased a variety of lighting techniques that would be viable for when you are on the go, much like on a wedding day. As a group we find that we are our best resources when it comes to learning and sharing and growing our skill sets. We set out to challenge ourselves and for some of us it was to shoot in a manner that you are unaccustomed to. Such as using artificial lighting or off camera flash or mixed light. Thanks to Karen and Healy for helping to make our endeavor a huge success. Here is a sampling of some images from the day, Enjoy!
by Cindy
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