I dream of Cameras #14 How We Shoot

<p>Episode 14 • How We Shoot</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode, the hosts turn the lens on themselves, examine their shooting styles, methods and subject matter.</p> <p> </p> <p>Jeff asks Gabe about his portraiture work:</p> <ul><li>How did you get started doing portraiture work? Seems to be your favorite mode of photography - is it?</li> <li>How did the word get out? - models now tag you when they're coming to town</li> <li>How do you prepare? - choosing cameras, film stocks, location, wardrobe, looks</li> <li>Model releases - do you get 'em? What are the terms of your agreement with them? Do you charge for them to use your stuff, pay them for the session, or is it a favor by you/them?</li> <li>Do you shoot mostly men, women or a mix? Do you have a preference?</li> <li>How do you direct and work with your subject?</li> <li>Does mom or dad or manager or publicist ever attend the shoot?</li> <li>How long is a session? What's the ideal length?</li> <li>How do you cull, how many images do you show them?</li> <li>If a shot is published, what do you get? What's the best placement you've ever gotten?</li> <li>You don't have to name names, but talk about your best session ever... and your worst </li> </ul> <p>Gabe asks Jeff about his photos of "plants and buildings":</p> <ul><li>What’s your favorite subject to shoot?</li> <li>How often do you think about shooting?</li> <li>Is there a camera you take with you more than others?</li> <li>How do you make the decision of what camera to bring?</li> <li>Will you approach people to shoot?</li> <li>What camera do you bring that’s always been a conversation starter?</li> <li>How do you decide what film stock to use?</li> <li>How often do you shoot and then go home right away and process?</li> <li>Where are your favorite places to go take pictures?</li> <li>What is your favorite travel camera?</li> <li>How many rolls of film will you bring to shoot?</li> <li>Do friends ever ask you to take pictures?</li> <li>Has anyone asked you to do a wedding?</li> <l