You want to show off their muscles when taking pictures of them.If you want to illuminate your model, place a light above it and in front of it.You can use oil and water to define their muscles, and take pictures of them in action or with props.Put your model in a pose and take a picture.
Step 1: The light source should be 2–4 ft above the model.
The light source sits high above your model if the height adjustment is raised.You can use a softbox.
Step 2: Look at your model's face.
If you angle the light downward, it will point towards the model's face.You can use a ladder or step stool if you want to angle the light.Shadows on the muscles will be cast by the downward light.
Step 3: Light up the sides of your model with one strip box.
The strip boxes should be positioned so that they are on the sides of the model.Light is provided to illuminate the sides of your model.The lights help create separation.
Step 4: To reflect the light from above, place a reflector under your model's chin.
A reflector is used to bounce back the light from overhead.A friend can hold a reflector close to the body builder's face, or you can set one on the floor.If the picture is visible, make sure you crop it out.If you want to add warmth to your pictures, use the gold side, or the white side.You can use a larger one for better results.
Step 5: The focal point should be a dark background.
You want the image to be about the form and muscles of the athlete, so don't use colorful background.It's best to use a dark color or black shade.You can make your own backdrop by using a large black sheet or cloth, or you can use a dark colored backdrop.
Step 6: To create intense shots, use less lighting.
You can use different light sources for different levels of highlight and lowlights in your images during your shoot.Use one light from above to create a dramatic effect.They are out of the shot if the lights are turned off.
Step 7: Additional lighting can be used to show off more detail.
If you want to increase the brightness in your image, you can use a larger reflector or move your lights closer to your model.It is helpful to take shots with more definition and increased contrast between light and dark areas.
Step 8: As your model flexes, use a 1/600 shutter speed.
This will help you take pictures even when your model is lifting weights.You can find the shutter priority shooting mode on your camera.Take a few test shots to see how the image looks.The shutter speed should be increased if the image is blurry.
Step 9: Use a bigger opening to let in more light.
When using high shutter speeds, your camera needs a lot of light.To let in more light, adjust your aperture size.If you are using a fast lens, set the F-stop 1 or 2 settings below the maximum aperture size.Try to use the maximum.Go an F-stop or 2 lower if your image is too bright.
Step 10: Your ISO should be between 800 and 1600.
Raising the ISO will allow the camera to see more light.You can find the ISO feature on your camera.If you use a newer, high-end camera, try using the highest ISO and making adjustments as needed.If your camera has an auto ISO feature, you can use this to see what the levels are.
Step 11: Since you're shooting indoors, set your white balance to fluorescent.
The camera will adjust to your lighting.Find the white balance control on your camera and press the button until you find the "Fluorescent" setting.If the white levels are not balanced, your shots will have a greenish tint.
Step 12: To make muscles stand out, apply oil to the model's entire body.
Put some oil in your model's hands and rub it on their body to make their muscles look better.The model will glow against a dark background with the oiled up appearance.The highlights and lowlights will be defined by the oil.Don't use too much oil.You want the model to look realistic, not slippery, but the amount will vary depending on the person's size and the type of oil.Baby oil or coconut oil can be used.
Step 13: Water can be sprayed on their hair and face.
Using a spray bottle, lightly spray drops of water over the bodybuilder's forehead, hair, and neck so it looks like they are sweating.To create an authentic image, you want the person to look like they just finished a workout.It looks like they are wet if you spray too much water.A few drops will work.The highlights can be captured with a little water.
Step 14: Your model should be able to flex their muscles.
Take a full-body shot while a body builder is in motion.You want to show off their muscles in a single picture.Try out two different looks.
Step 15: You can take shots from the front, back, and sides.
Try to have the model turn around by taking some shots with it.Ask them to take pictures from different angles as they turn.Take pictures of the bodybuilder's chest, back, and side muscles.
Step 16: The model should be in their poses.
While you can steer the photo shoot and recommend poses and body placement, it is fun and productive to let the model organically pose and show off their body.Encourage them to smile and be themselves.You will get great shots if you give your models some freedom.They want you to focus on abdominal shots.
Step 17: There are props in your image.
Take some photographs with work-out related items in addition to your full body shots.There are small props that can be used in your images.Stand in a stretching pose with a resistance band or pose for a workout on a fitness machine.You can use weights and sports balls.
Step 18: Take action shots to capture the person.
Take pictures of your models in action so you can see how hard they work.When taking action shots, you should take many imagines in a row, and choose the shots that are most in focus.Take a picture of your bodybuilder while they run across the frame, or have them use a bench press.If your images look blurry, increase your speed.You can use up to 1000 when photographing action shots.