PRE PRODUCTION - 2.6

The first bit of planning, based on what the client wants is where the photos are going to be taken. Now if it was going to be in a household that would be absolutely fine as long as the homeowner gives consent however if it was going to be done outside in a public area a lot more would have to be considered. For example if the shoot was going to be in a park you will have to be careful where abouts in the park you are taking them and who you get in the photos because when children are involved highlights a major, legal issue of child protection. In the case of using children you will have to explain the situation and receive full confirmation from the parents or guardians that they're children are allowed to take part. However if they are in the background, as long as you are not focusing on them and are actually part of the background then you will be alright. It doesn't hurt to let those around you know the reason photos are being taken.

Another issue with carrying out a shoot in a public place is that you may need consent. For example if you want to use a grave yard you should ask permission via writing a letter or if they have contact details on a website then via that. If you do not ask, in the worst possible case police may be called but usually the groundsmen will nto bother with calling the police unless vandalism was involved. So if caught taking photos you will most likely be escorted off the premises.

While being out on location and doing a full shoot, depending on how long it does actually take, camera batteries could run out and if you haven't got spares then you will be forced to stop as you physically cannot carry on. Another disadvantage with being out on location is that, particularly with my shoot, props such as make up materials could spoil and be no good for the rest of the shoot. Also as the weather is unpredictable you may be in the middle of taking a certain set of photos where you need certain lights for example then a group of clouds come along and ruin the lighting. You then have to wait for them to pass or finish the set on another day.

People becoming suddenly unavailable is another big issue that can cause the shoot to be rescheduled which will cause inconveniences for everyone so it is always good to have back up actors/models incase this does happen.

When planning for the photo shoot you want to keep all of these in mind and always have a plan b incase. I have considered all of these and am very prepared for if any of the above was to happen.