Jim Atwood Photoshoot Japan » Nagano City

Japan Train Crossing HD

Jim Atwood — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:51:25 +0000

Japan Train Crossing in downtown Nagano City. Video by Jim Atwood Photography at http://www.jimatwood.net.

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Autumn Photoshoot Workshop Japan

Jim Atwood — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:01:34 +0000

Just finished up an Autumn Japan Photoshoot and Workshop in Nagano City. It was awesome with 8 photographers having a blast with a model shoot and later a trek around the city and zenkoji shooting some Autumn Color Scenes. The turnout was fantastic and already I have a second shoot planned for November since I couldn’t get everyone in on the first one. We’ll be having four Japanese Gals as models instead of three on the last shoot because I don’t plan to do a trek this time. I’m thinking of an indoor shoot instead of an outdoor one as it may be colder. The fall colors will also probably be over by that time. Thanks to everyone who joined the October Photoshoot and Photography workshop in Nagano City, Japan. It was cool and we got a lot of fantastic shots. The Models had much fun as well and expressed interest in being booked again for future Photoshoots! In December I have a Shibuya, Japan Photoshoot with some Shibuya Gals and that should be extremely fun. If interested, please contact me for more information.

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Meet the People Japan

Jim Atwood — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:27:40 +0000

Tours are arranged at certain times to meet monks and members of status as they walk to the main temple of Zenkoji.

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Summertime Japan!

Jim Atwood — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:23:50 +0000

These are kind of fun and color flags or banners that are common throughout Japan during the Summer to advertise the popular Kakigori ice snack.

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Nagano Japan Photography Workshop

Jim Atwood — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 09:04:27 +0000

This has already been planned and booked, but I thought I would do a write up as I have another one in September in Nagano. I am also working on putting together something in Tokyo as well. My biggest problem is getting the funds to get to Tokyo, pay for the models, and the services of a hair stylist to in the area to help with the hair, make, and fasion. I’m definitely gearing up for something in Tokyo for both September and October. Whether they will be meets or photoshoots I am not sure.

Nagano Photography Workshop. *** FULL ***

Workshop Location
Nagano City Venue for Location Shoot
Magee Hair Salon or Diva Hair Salon for Indoor Shoot
If it rains, we can do almost everything indoors. No worries!

When
Monday, July 21st, 2008 10:00 AM Start
Duration is 1 day

Limit 5 Photographers
Why 5? Allows for more in depth work with the models and for bouncing thoughts of other photographers. Limits people standing around and gets everyone involved more. Lots of shooting!

Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist will be on hand for the models.

Workshop Summary
Off Camera Flash and Available Light Fashion Photoshoots
- Use 1 Flash Unit
- Use 1-2 Reflectors
- Use directional available light

Photoshoot with model(s)
- Models usually consist of 2 or 3 models. Models are amatuer by nature, but are paid. Models usually only speak Japanese, but we never have a problem working out communication. Photographers will be encouraged to offer direction for the model if possible.

Photoshop Post Processing Exchange and Techniques.
Will be sharing some tips and techniques I use. Generally this time is used to discuss workflows and to gets some ideas on how to work with the photos taken. Photoshop actions are discussed as well. I’ve got lots of info to share.

Workshop Fee
10,000 yen per photographer.

Covers costs of model, venue, hair stylists, transportation, and supplies.

Photoshoot Workshops are non-profit events. Fees are collected simply to cover costs of hiring the people required to have the photoshoot. Fees are collected in advance of workshop to secure a spot.

How to Sign Up
Contact

Please include your name, location, and contact info. I will respond within 24 hours with additional workshop details.

Workshop Requirements
All levels are welcome
DSLR camera, one lens, and one flash if possible.
Laptop is recommended for Photoshop Post Processing tasks, but not required.

Again, sorry this is now closed, but I’ll be doing another one in September. Plus I also am trying to get one together in Tokyo around the same time. Stay tuned!!

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MAKE Graffiti

Jim Atwood — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 23:46:04 +0000

MAKE Graffiti – A Graffiti Tag by an artist called MAKE. I like the blue background very much. There is a ton of graffiti popping up these days around Nagano and other Japanese cities.

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Kanji on White

Jim Atwood — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:15:16 +0000

I see and photograph a lot of various lanterns in Japan, but interestingly enough I don’t see a lot of black kanji on white ones in my area. I added a paper texture to the photo and did some slight dodging and burning to create a different look.

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Shutter Streak

Jim Atwood — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 11:22:37 +0000

Spent the day shooting at slower shutter speeds and came up with some interesting shots. This photograph was taken at 1/30 of a second and managed to still capture the image, but with an added interest of shutter streaks. I thought this looked pretty cool.

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Spring Trim Japan

Jim Atwood — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:25:35 +0000

Everyone is out in full force trimming the big trees and working in the gardens. Here is a gentleman hard at work. You can tell with the uniforms, helmet, and expression on his fact that these workers take their job seriously. This is very common in Japan.

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Moped Fun Japan

Jim Atwood — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:23:57 +0000

Another serious dude zooming down the street in his moped. There are Cherry Blossoms in the back ground as backdrop.

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