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Fitness Shoot by Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall
More fitness photography from last year’s photoshoot for CW-X Compression Gear
Here are some of the images from our last photoshoot for CW-X Compression Gear that we haven’t been able to post until now. With fashion, fitness, activewear and any other apparel shoot there is usually a six month to one year lag between the time that we shoot and when the line actually rolls out. As such, we have to sit on the images until the line goes live. In this particular case however, these specific pieces were never put into production so I finally got the go ahead from Karina Connelly (CW-X amazing Brand Manager) to run these shots. I am really happy to be able to finally run these as I think a few of them are among the very best in the entire advertising campaign.
This shoot took place over two days at two different locations. The first day we shot at the San Clemente Beach Trail in San Clemente, CA and on day two we shot at Tuxedo Studios in Los Angeles, CA. As always, my Southern California crew; Tom Cisneros, Matt Davis and Elleveesa rocked the shoot and made my job extremely enjoyable.
Tuxedo Studios is an amazing space to shoot at and the owners are a real pleasure. The space is huge (you could potentially shoot a semi in there if the loading dock door was big enough). They have some amazing back drops constructed permanently in studio as well as tons of empty space with some beautiful concrete floors and wall. As you can see in these images the colors in the space are bold and fantastic. A great make-up/wardrobe room, client lounge, full kitchen facilities and a great space for catering and eating with clients and crew.
One the best things about my business is that I get to work with some of the most insanely talented athletes, models, actors, stuntmen, etc… in the business. We cast from several different agencies around the country (depending on where we are shooting) and this case these gals and guys came to us from Sports and Lifestyle Unlimited. We had four talent on this shoot from SLU. Theon Holland, Francis Brower, Zachary Staben and Melanie Boykin (not pictured on this post, check our May 22nd post for Melanie).
As I am writing this, on July 22nd, 2020 Covid – 19 is still raging around the country and and in particular my home state of California where we shoot a great deal of our work. The state is largely shut down again and of course the fitness industry has been hit extremely hard. While right now we can’t get into our usual gyms and studios to shoot we are working, shooting personal work and shooting for clients outside on location. It’s definitely a great time to shoot outside and promote you brand. On all of our photoshoots we adhere to strict Covid -19 protocols.
Robert Randall Productions specializes in location fitness photography and film throughout the US, Mexico and Europe. Let us create beautiful brand specific imagery for your brand in stunning locations, safely.
Give us a call at (310) 736 – 0506 or email inquiry@robertrandall.com
Fitness Photography for Reality Check Fit by Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions
Here are some more images from the ongoing photography campaign Robert Randall Productions has been shooting for Heidi Hamels Reality Check Fit. The most comprehensive one-of-kind health and fitness app, coming soon to a smart phone near you. Completely customizable, Reality Check is an app that provides personalized, on-demand wellness programs which cater to your nutrition and fitness no matter your physical or dietary restrictions. As I’ve mentioned before, this is unlike any app that you’ve seen or used yet.
Below are just a few images that we have been creating for the app which is scheduled to launch in just a few months. Check out the link above and get on the Reality Check mailing list for more information and updates.
Fitness Professionals – Eight Questions for Finding the Best Los Angeles Fitness Photographer
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Everyday we get new inquiries from independent fitness professionals such as personal trainers, coaches, models, competitors, boutique gyms and specialty training facilities. More often than not the first question we get is “I need some pictures, what is your rate”? The problem with that question is that it doesn’t tell you anything about the photographer’s capabilities and more importantly, it doesn’t provide you with a solution to “your problem”.
What problem you ask?
Whatever problem you are trying to fix with new images.
If you’re a personal trainer that problem is likely attracting new clients. But who are your clients? What modalities are you training in? Is this going to be for a new web site? What’s your philosophy about training? How are you unique?
If you’re a fitness model you might be looking for an agent? Beside’s being fit and beautiful (if you’re competing for gig’s in Southern California that’s just the starting point). What are your specific skills? Basketball, track & field, bodybuilding, triathlon, etc…
If you’re a competitor when is your next show? Are you a body builder, fitness, bikini? What is the best aspect of your physique and how do you want to show that off in pictures.
All of these criteria make up your own unique “personal brand”. As a professional photographer it’s my job to craft images around your specific needs and goals so that at the end of the day you have a series of pictures that not only show off how amazing you look but fully differentiate you from the pack in the extremely competitive world of fitness. The result is Brand Specific Imagery.
WHAT IS BRAND SPECIFIC IMAGERY?
“Brand Specific Imagery” is unique to you and your brand and answers the question…
“What is it about your specific talent, physique, training method/modality and philosophy that makes you unique in this highly competitive market?
Here are the questions I ask my clients before we ever schedule a shoot and the questions you should be asking yourself before you pick up the phone to contact a photography professional.
What is your USP (Unique Selling Proposition)? What about your service/offering is unique to the marketplace? How is your training style unique? You’re philosophy? What specific skills can you show off?
What physical/personal traits do you want to highlight? Are you a Bodybuilder? Triathlete? Cross Fit Athlete? What aspect of your physique do you want to show off?
Who are you trying to attract? If you’re a personal trainer, who are your clients? What possible needs might they have? (I.E. Weight Loss, Endurance Training, Flexibility, etc…).
What kind of environment do you want to shoot at? Do you want to shoot at an outdoor location? Beach? Mountains? Desert? Downtown? What about the gym? Do you have a favorite gym? What kind of gym?
Will there be other people in the images? If you’re a personal trainer do you want shots of you training an individual, a group?
How many final images will you be needing? Specific formatting (Vertical vs Horizontal), for Instagram? FaceBook? Prints?
What is your budget? Production Value (the overall quality and uniqueness of an image) is directly affected by the resources we can bring to shoot? Special lighting equipment? Unique locations? Hair & Make-Up, Props, Additional Crew, etc…
What is your outcome? Do you want to attract new clients? Is this for your new web site? Are you trying to attract an agent? Which agent? If this just for fun?