The Photo Shoot
Well I like the shirt so much that I decided to wear it for the photo that will accompany an article about Easy and Elegant Life in a local on-line magazine this coming January.
You know what? There is a reason that photographers require assistants. These were all done without benefit of another pair of eyes. Which is why all but the last three I rejected out of hand.
Since I’m running today, I thought I’d give you a sneak peek at the many things that can go wrong with a shot. The secret to getting a good one is simple. Take a thousand. One’s bound to turn out.
That and, as Eddie Ross pointed out, good cropping. I’ll submit two of the last three… Got a vote? (Click to go to a larger file.)
Tags: Easy and Elegant Life
November 20th, 2009 at 11:38 am
I’m leaning towards the gray suit. 3rd row center. First runner up is last row center.
November 20th, 2009 at 11:52 am
Hmmm and Pleaseeee are my vote.
November 20th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
The picture in the center of the last row would get my vote.
November 20th, 2009 at 12:50 pm
I prefer Ummmm.
November 20th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
I like grey suit, too, though I am not sure that is one of our choices. Maybe I am reading the directions wrong ( a common affliction.) Of the third row I like far left far and away the best.
November 20th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
Well, I know it’s not in the choices but I prefer the “thoughtful” one: 1st column, third row. Like Mrs. Blandings. You look kind, serious, and all-knowing.
November 20th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
PS: It’s fun to look at your stack of books. You have the original World of Vogue! Nice! And I love Genevieve Dariaux’s Elegance. I have the original edition too.
Also, you reminded me that I need to find a copy of Tompkin’s Living Well is the Best Revenge.
November 20th, 2009 at 4:22 pm
2nd one down in the middle is perfection.
November 20th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
Cashmere Librarian… i have two copies of Living Well. E-mail me and I will send you one.
November 21st, 2009 at 5:53 pm
I realize that you prefer the bottom three, but I think that the top right looks great.
November 21st, 2009 at 9:59 pm
Middle image, secod row from top. And left corner image on the last / fourth row down.
On a related note, who took the one for your November 19th blog post? It’s very good.
November 22nd, 2009 at 2:04 am
Leaning over the stack of books is wonderful!! Excellent books at that!
November 22nd, 2009 at 6:06 pm
Hi Ari, that photo was taken by Jeff at Leviner Wood, my tailor. His idea. I loved it.
Thanks all. It was frustrating and fun.
P-D, you’re a gem.
November 22nd, 2009 at 10:15 pm
E –
I’m with Ari and Donna on the middle shot – second row, proving your tailor has impeccable instincts.
November 22nd, 2009 at 10:52 pm
I like the bottom row left photo! And, what a fabulous shirt. Amazing cuff detail… just the best!!
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:48 am
I vote for Ummmm and EE&L_Cox_2. Be sure to share the January online article with us.
November 23rd, 2009 at 10:44 am
Most of the others have slight faults with them. The “Ummm” shot, for instance has the collar of my coat standing out just a bit from my neck, and a funny fold at the gorge. The tie isn’t laying as beautifully as I’d like, too. I’m hoping for _2.
But thank you all very, very much for the input. We’ll see what the editors select and I’ll be sure and link to the profile!
November 24th, 2009 at 10:54 pm
My vote is for numbers 5 & 6 they look the most natural. Not so keen on the last three.
November 25th, 2009 at 10:52 am
Hard to pick just one! Lovely shots! Yes — I pick the middle one in the third row. Of course, I would have add a martini glass.
Jan at Rosemary Cottage