Behind The Shutter

Part 2 - behind the scenes with Stacy Kennedy , Bridgette Kelly , Jean Carlo and model Morgan Ghys at ShutterFest 2025! About the image:

This shot was a full team effort. Bridgette Kelly—my partner in crime and the other photographer on this shoot—and I work insanely well together. We bounce ideas off each other constantly, and this was no different. We were all scouting for a location that worked with Morgan’s outfit when Jean Carlo suggested this spot. It was already dark, so we added some light to bring the scene to life and play off the tones in her floral jacket—we lit the building with a pink gel (not sure who tossed out that idea, but it worked!). The key light is my usual go-to placement to get those soft shadows and clean catchlights in the eyes. Morgan nailed the pose (as she always does), and all I had to say was, “Look toward the light.” Big shoutout to Morgan’s parents for being the best gear guards and behind-the-scenes video crew. Solid team win all around.

HMU:
Gear:
Camera: Nikon d7 ii
Lens: Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8
Godox Lights and Trigger - Supplied by Bridgette.
Wescott Rapid Box
Cheetah Stand
Spyder Belt