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Blow Up

Blow Up Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni was a film loosely based on the life of David Bailey and was one of the first films I …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in actors, beauty, celebrities, cinema, fashion, music, photography, production team, video
Tagged 60's, Blow Up, David Bailey, David Hemmings, Michelangelo Antonioni, Sarah Miles, Steven Meisel, Vanessa Redgrave, Veruschka, Yardbirds
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professional photographer magazine uk

Just want to thank everyone for their support and wished to announce that (link here) Professional Photographer UK Magazine have posted my making of “In …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in beauty, fashion, lighting, photography, portrait, production team, technical discussions
Tagged Professional Photographer UK
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“In the wind” Making of Video

I have been asked more times than I can count, if I can share my lighting with photographers wishing to understand what I did for …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, fashion, lighting, making-of, models, music, photography, pop, production team, technical discussions, video
Tagged fashion, hair, make-Up, making-of, models, stylist, video
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The best of the best in 2009

by per zennström It’s fun to make “best-of” lists and top 10 items and even though I already made one on my blog earlier, here I …

By Per Zennström
Also posted in beauty, designers, ecclectic, exhibition, fashion, fashion, ideas, making-of, photography, portrait, still life, the "biz", video
Tagged 2009, artisitic, beauty, best-of, fashion, magazine, Malawi, on line magazine, photography, publishing, windmill
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What Kinds of Lighting Accessories are Needed to Sculpt or Paint with Light? Part 2

When attempting to control lighting, it is important to decide which part of the subject area you wish to light or which sector will have …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in beauty, fashion, lighting, photography, portrait, still life, technical discussions
Tagged Flags, lighting, Scrims, soft box, Umbrella
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What Kinds of Lighting Accessories are Needed to Sculpt or Paint with Light? Part 1

I like to look at lighting in two ways. As sculpture or as painting. As sculpture when you start with an overall wash of light …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in beauty, brands & photo gear, fashion, lighting, photography, portrait, still life, technical discussions
Tagged light modifiers, Multiblitz, Scrims
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A Day with Benjamin Kanarek

Above photo “Chucky’s in Love” by Benjamin Kanarek “Chucky’s in Love” shoot by Steve Jacob Steve Jacob joins Benjamin Kanarek at the “Chucky’s in Love” Fashion …

By Steve Jacob
Also posted in brands & photo gear, lighting, making-of, models, photography, production team
Tagged assistant, camera, camera bag, flash meter, frames, lens, make-up artist, making-of, models, photography, portfolio, sponsor, test, wide angle
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So you wanna be a pro?

by steve jacob above photo © steve jacob Over the last few years I’ve had the chance to meet and chat with many professional photographers …

By Steve Jacob
Also posted in photography, the "biz"
Tagged photography today
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Beauty Shoot for “Citizen K” Magazine “How Did I Do It?”

Recently, I received an e-mail from someone who saw my image on my introduction page of my blog, asking “…how did you do it?” …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in beauty, lighting, photography, portrait, technical discussions
Tagged beauty, beauty Lighting, Citizen K International, techniques
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“I Love Candies”

Here is a Fun Theme called “I Love Candies”. I don’t want to be responsible for your Dental Bill after you get the urge to go …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ecclectic, fashion, fashion, humor, ideas, models, photography, post-production, production team, recipe, the "biz"
Tagged candies, creative director, digital retouching, fashion, hair stylist, humor, magazine, make-up artist, models, photography, pre-production shooting
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To Breast or Not Too Breast is the Fashion Question ?

Breasts or more specifically baring one or two of them in a fashion scenario has always been an integral part of the Fashion scene. Whether …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ecclectic, fashion, humor, ideas, models, photography, the "biz", video
Tagged breast, fashion, Impact, marketing, video
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Take a Bow for the Bow tie…

by Frédérique Renaut Portrait of French Designer Alexis Mabille photographed by Benjamin Kanarek for Vogue Brasil Image taken in July 2009 at Alexis Mabille’s show-room in Paris. …

By Frédérique Renaut
Also posted in actors, celebrities, designers, fashion, lighting, photography, the "biz", video
Tagged actors, celebrities, fashion, fashion designer, fashion magazine, fashion stylist, Magazines, portrait, video, Vogue
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The VOGUE Brasil Joséphine de LA BAUME Making of

I just wanted to share these images of the making of shoot with “the new it girl” Joséphine de LA BAUME for VOGUE Brasil. Some of …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, making-of, photography, production team
Tagged beauty, fashion, fashion stylist, hair stylist, Magazines, make-Up, make-up artist, Vogue
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Photo Forums…The Gladiators

Photo Forums…The Gladiators I have had the opportunity of being present to witness the activities on several photo forums over the past few years and it …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ideas, photography, production team
Tagged photo forums
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How to Break in to Fashion Photography?

As I have been asked this question on a number of occasions, I thought I could attempt to tackle it. As everyone that has broken …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, photography, post-production, production team, the "biz"
Tagged ad agencies, beauty, book, fashion, photography, portfolio, pre-production shooting, press agent, test
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The “How Did You Do That?” Question

The “How Did You Do That?” Question I am often asked the question, “How Did You Do That?” I could very simply answer the question which …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ecclectic, ideas, photography, technical discussions
Tagged elements, how do you do that?, lighting, philosophical issues, technique
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“Why I Won’t Shoot for Free”…

I wanted to share my RANT with you via this incredible Video with Author Harlan Ellison. One of the Sci-Fi Greats. He mirrors my sentiments perfectly. …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, photography, production team, the "biz", video
Tagged artists, creatives, digital retouching, philosophical issues, photography, pre-production shooting, spec work, video
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Which Lens and Shooting Space is Required for a Fashion & Beauty Shoot? Part 1

Part 1: Fashion The Studio for Fashion. When preparing to embark on a Fashion or Beauty shoot, it is important to know what the environment and shooting …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, photography, production team, technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged beauty, digital retouching, fashion, focal length, lens, pre-production shooting, studio
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Is Shooting for a Bad Magazine Good?

Today on a generalist Photo Forum under the Portrait Fashion category, someone from a small independent and in my opinion based on what I saw …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, humor, photography, production team, technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged digital retouching, fashion, Magazines, philosophical issues, photographer, pre-production shooting
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“Eyes of Laura Mars”

Eyes of Laura Mars I was inspired to write this short introduction to this film from 1978 starring Faye Dunaway called “Eyes of Laura Mars” by …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ecclectic, fashion, ideas, photography, production team, the "biz", video
Tagged 70's & 80's Photography, digital retouching, fashion, New York City, pre-production shooting, video
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Writing Fashion-Beauty Photo Shoot Themes

Writing Fashion-Beauty Photo Shoot Themes Here is what I generally try to do before doing a shoot for a magazine. I will do a brain storming …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, ideas, production team, the "biz"
Tagged fashion, ideas, inspiration, photography, pre-production shooting, story boards, themes
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The “Umbrella Light” Controversy

The “Umbrella Light” (Brolly) Controversy I never would have expected that sharing my “GENERALIST” view of a lighting technique could cause such a stir. In fact …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged bowls, brolly, lighting, philosophical issues, photography, pre-production shooting, snoot, umbrella lighting
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Want to Contribute to My Blog?

I am Seeking Contributors in Fashion and in the Fashion Photography Field as well as articles related to the “BIZ”. I would love to have …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in ecclectic, fashion, humor, ideas, photography, post-production, production team, technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged articles, contibutors, digital retouching, fashion, philosophical issues, photography, pre-production shooting
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Shooting Débutante Models… A Few More Little Tips

If things are getting a bit stale when shooting a débutante model, what I often do is frame the image move my eye from the …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in fashion, ideas, lighting, photography, technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged digital retouching, philosophical issues, photography, pre-production shooting, techniques, tips, tricks
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The Benjamin Kanarek Camera Waves Internet Radio Interview

Here is my interview by Phillip Skulte for Camera Waves Radio which was done about two and a half years ago. I talk about how I …

By Benjamin Kanarek
Also posted in brands & photo gear, ecclectic, fashion, humor, making-of, photography, post-production, production team, technical discussions, the "biz"
Tagged advertising, Agfa, Bronica, Canon, digital retouching, fashion, Fuji, interviews, Kim Alexis, Magazines, Nikon, Pentax, philosophical issues, photography, pre-production shooting
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