fstopinertia – photography of angela marklew

Let’s talk about permits.  Now, if I’m shooting a job (outdoors, in nature) where I’m getting paid, my crew is getting paid, and the model is getting paid, then I have no problem getting a location permit.  However, if no one is getting paid – a prime example would be test shooting – then I start to have a problem having to shell out for a location permit.  It’s especially frustrating since I’ve been told numerous times that I only need a permit if I’m shooting commercially (ie. if I’m making money, or if money is even involved)…which brings me to a shoot I did a few weeks back.

It was all planned out – a friend and I went out one afternoon and scouted for a location, the model and make up artist were confirmed, and a rad designer from Portland had sent down some dresses.  Now granted, the location we found was in a state park and there is about a 50/50 chance of getting kicked out.  BUT I figured the chances were in my favour seeing as i was using natural light and there were only five of us.  I obviously figured wrong – almost as soon as we wrapped up the first look we were told to leave.  At this point we went into full guerrilla mode – driving until we found some suitable backdrop, jumping out of the car, shooting for about 10 minutes, and then moving on.  While this method was a little more stressful (ok, a lot more stressful), it reminded me about the great images that can be produced due to having to improvise.

Model JACQUELYNE SELLE
Make up & hair VANESSA
Clothing provided by CLAIRE LA FAYE

Alternate images from this shoot can be found in my portfolio.