Cassie answered one of my modeling calls and we scheduled a shoot in the studio.  I wanted to go dramatic. So, I decided to use a single light. I also chose one of my old school backdrops.

The main light was my Godox AD600 in a 1.5 m octabox. Initially the light was positioned camera right at 90° angle with Cassie standing at the rear of the light. This creates the classic Rembrandt look.

Some models have the notion that they have a “right side” when it comes to photography. This belief is rooted in the idea that people have a more photogenic side of their face. They prefer this side to be captured. This preference can be due to slight asymmetries in facial features. It may also stem from personal insecurities. Sometimes, it’s simply a matter of habit and comfort. As a photographer, it is essential to respect these preferences. You need to accommodate them to ensure the model feels confident. This helps ensure the results are flattering. Taking the time to discuss and identify the model’s preferred side can lead to a more successful and harmonious photoshoot.

The reality is that your model may have a strong preference for one side. If you shoot from the other side, then the odds are high. Two things will likely happen. Firstly, the model will be uncomfortable during the shoot and secondly they won’t like the resulting images. You may 

So after discussions with Cassie the light was changed to camera left. On the opposite side a large reflector was placed to fill in the shadows a little.

After the initial shots were taken the light was moved closer to the camera and at a 45°. This provided for in coverage and insured that we got catchlight in the eyes.

The wardrobe that Cassie brought with her consisted almost entirely of dark items. At the end of the show, I dressed in a white short wedding dress. This change was to add some variety. She had fun with these shoes in these shots and it showed in the final images. 

All of the images we shot with my Nikon Z6ii camera using a 24 -70 4.0 lens. The camera was in manual mode set a 1/200s f8 at ISO100. This is my standard setting for studio work. It provides a reasonable depth of field as well eliminating all ambient light. This means that I am in full control of the light.