drgordonchiu: Becoming Engaged (8hrs of Practice)

Today's photo session, taught me a valuable lesson on engagement with the camera. There are lots of 'how-to' in the world including 'how-to' photograph a person. I never imagined there could be a 'how-to' be photographed.

This time preparation for new headshot involved looking at my past headshots and learning from them. Today's lesson was on developing`the moment` with your audience (through a photograph).

At first, I didn't see her point. But now, I understand. How you look at someone should reflect how much you care about them! But since the camera is not a person, it is easy to misfire, backfire or not-fire your feelings the way you want. Somehow this is not a problem for Simpy (my dog). I discovered that I had a long way to go before I am as good as Simpy when she looks at me. =D

Engaged 'in the moment'!

Disengaged and thinking of
Wile E. Coyote

There are so many other factors that we'll be practicing on besides 'engaging' including delivering your natural expressions. Like anything, some formal training is always good. =D

Anyone who can provide hints on 'how-to' engage would be greatly appreciated!