Practical Example: Mariposa Films.Originally, the client for image6-6
simply requesteda phototoputona businesscard—somethingthatincluded
a butterfly, since “mariposa” means butterfly in Spanish. However, I took a
more proactive approach. I wanted to design something magical—a photo
that would create emotion and visually allude to the creative genius behind
the company and the documentaries they produce.
To create this photograph, two bunches of fresh Gerbera daisies with small
accent flowers were cut and arranged with wire hairpins, creating full cover-
age of the model’s hair. We also added a couple of butterflies. The model’s
neck was covered with paper, then flowers and butterflies were added to the
front of the picture.
An ivory oil-free cream foundation was applied to the model’s face for a
flawless look. Sheer lip liner in a light pink was used over both lips, and then
overdrawn on the top lip. This was followed by clear gloss. Natural blush was
appliedunderthecheekboneanddustedlightlyonthetopofthecheeks.The
6-5(left), 6-6(facingpage.The original
capture was enhanced in Photoshop to
create the final look.camera on tripoddirectly under softboxtable withsilver reflector
on top12-x16-inchsoft box at
elevation of6 feet; angled
down overmodel's head24x32-inch softboxat an elevation of
4 feet and angleddown (also acts as
gobo for hair light)