Creating a Filming Location

撮影場所の作成

Location plays an important role in photography. It often turns out that an appropriate location for idea implementation is extremely hard to find. This may mean having no suitable room, or improper lighting, or a couch where the model has to be filmed is of an inappropriate color and shape. In this case, there’s no need to think about canceling the photoshoot, there’s a need to create the necessary location on your own. And I do this quite frequently…

Let’s take, for instance, the “Mini mouse on the kitchen” photoshoot was made in the ordinary kitchen, where the props were carefully put in appropriate places, and odd ones were hidden from the shot. The highlight of the shot was two similar pot lids, which I arranged in such a way that a viewer could take them for ears, and the models herself for the mouse.

Another vivid example is the photo called “Flute melodies”. This photo was also taken in an ordinary apartment. I put in the background a wicker folding screen to close modern wallpaper. I covered the folding screen with a couple of pieces of a burlap sack I’d bought in the village store. The rest was about outfits and clothing that added to retro style.

The “Sweet dream” photo. The location was a rented apartment. I had a clear idea of what that shot was supposed to look like and realized that a modern apartment wouldn’t perfectly fit my idea. Hence, I decided to add a couple of details. The day before filming I’d bought a couple of meters of fabric of the necessary color and texture. I used it to cover the couch by the window so that it looks beautiful and harmonious. I added another element – a flower vase.

As you can see, the location doesn’t always have to be perfect. Almost every place can be turned into a beautiful location. The most important thing is your imagination and ability to see a desired shot. The rest is a matter of skills.