The tough time is had because I have to try and light a set that looks interesting and not just be your average flat Gonzo-style set. You see, the Gonzo-gaffer attempts to light every molecule exactly evenly with no key-to-fill ratio whatsoever. Whereas an "expensive production" gaffer attempts to add cool contrast with depth between foreground and backgrounds, which can and often does result in shadows. Shadows produce problems for the Gonzo-style camera operator who wants to roam over every body angle possible. Many of the best Gonzo-shooters use no light at all - only available light which makes some of their work suffer.... With the "expensive production" lighting comes shadows (camera shadows when you get in line with your hard key light) but also unsightly dark casts across bodies and body parts that need, no demand, illumination to be erotic.
You really know not what you ask ole' Jameson2k4, since I just struggled with the alchemical combo, for the last 15 hours to get exactly what you desire, and am home only 15 minutes and already in my 3rd beer....
Please do me a favor and look for yourself at my work since I am trying my best to give you what you seek. Please, please look at James Avalon's recent work at Red Light and Nic Orleans last years worth of titles at Adam & Eve. I hope there you will find what you seek. It is not as easy as you think it might be ole' Jameson2k4....
Edited by - RichB on 8/11/2005 2:40:21 AM
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