Studio Couple Photoshoot with Derrick & Eunice

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Derrick and Eunice's couple shoot in the studio was a memorable and eventful experience, starting with Derrick's surprise wedding proposal that he had booked me for. The session was designed to capture the proposal as well as a couple shoot afterwards, and Derrick's initial plan was to propose at Pinnacle@Duxton's fiftieth sky park. However, considering the unpredictable weather conditions, including rain and strong winds, I advised him against it. He followed my recommendation and decided on a studio instead.

Since Derrick had arranged for a professional backdrop to be set up in the studio, we made full use of it during the couple shoot. Although I was personally interested in exploring different parts of the studio, I understood that the significance of the shoot outweighed my curiosity.

One of the challenges I faced was working with the available studio lighting. There were two continuous lights and two strobes, but I noticed that the stronger 600-watt strobe had physical damage, so I chose not to touch it. Instead, I paired the 400-watt strobe with the two continuous lights. Additionally, since the backdrop came with fairy lights that weren't exceptionally bright, I had to ensure that any additional lighting I used wouldn't overpower them, as it would undermine the purpose of Derrick paying for the backdrop.

Using continuous lights for a studio shoot was a new experience for me, but I embraced the opportunity as it allowed me to educate more people about this lighting technique through the resulting photos. However, the most worrisome issue arose when I discovered that my main lens, the Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II, was damaged. Thankfully, professional photographers always bring backup lenses, so I quickly switched to my 16-35mm F4L lens. Although it wasn't my preferred focal length for portraits, it had the advantage of image stabilization, which proved useful in the situation.

Unfortunately, I wasn't in the best physical condition on that day, as I had been dealing with digestive problems since morning. Due to the unexpected challenges with the lens and lighting setup, I became engrossed in testing and neglected the lunchbox I had brought along, choosing to prioritise the shoot instead.

Throughout the session, I was amazed by Derrick's stunning appearance and charismatic presence. He exuded a celebrity-like aura. Eunice, on the other hand, was cute and lovely, complementing Derrick perfectly. Their chemistry as a couple was evident, and they effortlessly produced beautiful moments for the camera.

I felt immensely grateful for the opportunity to capture their love and document such a significant chapter in their lives. Despite the challenges I faced with the lighting and lens, their natural charm and Derrick's creative posing ideas elevated the shoot to new heights.

In the end, I was deeply appreciative of the chance to be a part of Derrick and Eunice's couple shoot. It was a memorable experience that showcased their love and allowed me to overcome obstacles, grow as a photographer, and deliver exceptional photos.

As I meticulously went through the album, carefully selecting the pictures to be uploaded, a genuine smile adorned my face. I couldn't help but imagine the joy that Derrick and Eunice would experience as they revisited their special moments together through the album.

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