FINAL PROJECT

Stationary Vehicles


For the final project, I am going to photograph stationary vehicles. These vehicles will be all colors and all models (shapes and sizes). They will include cars and SUVs. They will be photographed from various angles. I want the final photos to look like part of a car exhibition. In order to do this, they would have to be taken individually parked, with no noticeable obstructions. They would have to be appealing to the public.
Proper lighting is important to achieve this. The midday sun is a deterrent because it is too bright. You would not be able to see the details on the car. The time of day and the weather conditions are important for getting a good image. The lighting should not be too bright or too dark. In the late afternoon and the early evening, just before sunset is a good time. Also, in the early morning, before the strong rays of the sun overwhelm the image. During the rain or snow is also not a good time to get a clean, clear photo.
Customers want to contact the seller of a vehicle if it is seemingly in good condition, looks good, and has appeal. If the image is clear and the details are in focus, without too many shadows and other external obstacles, you will not be contacted. These vehicles are intended for any age above the legal age limit, male and female, and who have specific preferences for color, model and price.
The position of the car is very important. Taking a photo from the front or side may not reveal as many details as taking in from a specific angle. For instance, combining both front and side views in a shot is usually a good placement angle. If it is a convertible, a high camera position will work well to showcase the interior. If you want to show the dashboard or the stylish upholstery, taking the picture from the back works well with a convertible. To showcase the interiors in other vehicles, a close-up shot from the side or side front is suitable. A low camera position will work well if you are looking for durability and sturdiness in the vehicle. It will showcase the tires and the level an SUV is off the ground. The low position is also good for tires of a jeep.
I have seen a few car shots and hard ground shadows are not very appealing. To avoid this, you should not be on the side of the car that is away from the natural light. Not only is the visibility low on the actual car, but the shadows become even darker and heavy, taking away from the look of the vehicle. The light has to be focused on the specific feature of the car that is the selling point. If there are many important features that can be captured in the image, then the light has to be evenly distributed; but soft and subdued lighting, not harsh or disruptive.
An image of the vehicle is the first thing people see before reading or being told about the features.