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Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Shoots with Courtney Hope and Nick Denbeigh for CW-X Compression Gear.

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Here are some more images from Robert Randall Productions photo shoot for CW-X Compression Gear photographed at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison, CO. Courtney Hope (Actress – The Bold and The Beautiful) and Nick Denbeigh were our athletes for this part of our two day shoot. Both of them came to us from one of my favorite talent agencies to cast from It Model Management in Orange County, CA.

Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions Shoots Courtney Hope for CW-X Compression Gear.

As usual we were in a “run and gun” situation all day long, both days which meant we had to keep equipment to a minimum. I shot with Nikon D750 (to keep the size down) and a AF-S Nikkor 24 – 70mm F2.8G  zoom lens and a AF-S Nikkor 70 – 200mm f2.8G ED VR II exclusively since, once again there was little time to be changing lenses all day.

Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Photographs Nick Denbeigh for CW-X Compression Gear

For lighting at Red Rocks we used four Profoto B1X 500 Air Monolights along with one Profoto Beauty Dish and a Profoto Medium Soft Box. We also shot much of the day bare bulb as the light from B1X 500’s is really beautiful with out modifiers. My assistants were Drew Bennett and Frankie Spontelli. BOTH of these guys are insanely talented shooters so check our their respective web sites and Instagram Feeds.

Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Photographs Courtney Hope at Red Rocks in Colorado

Once again, special thanks to Karina Connelly (the brilliant Brand Director at CW-X ) for the opportunity. Also our incredible talent and my awesome assistants for going way up and above what I expected and for making this shoot so incredible and finally to the great folks at Red Rocks who let us take over their venues and play for the day.

Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Photographs Courtney Hope and Nick Denbeigh for CW-X Compression Gear

We are preparing right now for another shoot with CW-X the first week in November in Southern California.

So watch this space…

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Los Angeles Fitness Photographer shoots for CW-X Compression Gear In Colorado – Spring/Summer & Fall/Winter 2019

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Once again CW-X Compression Gear gave us the opportunity to shoot both their Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter Campaigns for 2019. Our athletes this time came from Denver and Los Angeles. We had Maggie Ecker who came to us from Wilhelminadenver and Courtney Hope(Actress – The Bold and The Beautiful), Chris Reid and Nick Denbeigh, all from one of my favorite talent agencies to cast from It Model Management in Orange County, CA. Seriously, if you’re looking for great talent and some really great people to work with please call Linda or Marlene at IT. You won’t be disappointed. Hair/Make-up/Men’s grooming provided my immensely talented wife Dawn Randall. We shot at two amazing locations; Project Move Gym in Denver, CO and the always awesome place to shoot, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison. CO.

Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions photographs actress Courtney Hope for CW-X Compression Gear at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO.

All of our talent was extraordinary but I have to say the some of the moves, jumps, twists and turns that Courtney pulled out just blew us away. I’d say something lame like ” try something different” and then I couldn’t shoot fast enough. Unfortunately, much of the line hasn’t been release yet so I can’t show a lot of the insane work that our talent did… watch this space for more.

Chris Reid manhandles the battle ropes at Project Move in Denver, CO.

As usual we were in a “run and gun” situation all day long, both days which meant we had to keep equipment to a minimum. I shot with Nikon D750 (to keep the size down) and a AF-S Nikkor 24 – 70mm F2.8G  zoom lens and a AF-S Nikkor 70 – 200mm f2.8G ED VR II exclusively since, once again there was little time to be changing lenses all day.

Maggie Ecker at Project Move in Denver, CO.

For lighting at Project Move we used four Profoto B1X 500 Air Monolights along with one Profoto Beauty Dish, A Profoto Medium Soft Box and two Profoto strip lights with grids. My assistants were Drew Bennett and Frankie Spontelli. BOTH of these guys are insanely talented shooters so check our their respective web sites and Instagram Feeds.

Courtney Hope and Nick Denbeigh lifestyle shot at Red Rocks

At Red Rocks we shot almost exclusively with two Profoto BWX 500 Air’s. One bare bulb and one with a Profoto Beauty Dish. This setup allowed us to work super fast while shooting the action plus the high speed sync and using the heads without modifiers allowed us to compete with the sun and produce some beautiful shots.

Courtney Hope defying gravity at Red Rocks in Colorado.

Special thanks to Karina Connelly (the brilliant Brand Director at CW-X ) who gives me these amazing opportunities and puts up with my impatience (on occasion). Thank you so much Karina. Also our incredible talent and my awesome assistants for going way up and above what I expected and for making this shoot so incredible and finally to the great folks at Project Move and the folks at Red Rocks who let us take over their venues and play for the day.

As indicated previously this is just a small sample of the images we made over two days. Watch this space for more..


NOW!

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(What I’m doing right now!)

August 7th, 2019

WORK.

Working extensively in Los Angeles, San Diego, Denver, New York and Europe as a photographer and director for commercial clients in the sports/fitness/active lifestyle industries.

Creating a new reel.

PERSONAL WORK.

Shooting a number of personal projects as often as possible… see below!

READING.

Currently reading Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport (for the 2nd time)

THINKING.

About the adverse effects of Social Media and society’s addiction to their devices. All the while practicing digital minimalism to the extent that I can as a visual artist. 

Also, contemplating what has happened to the United States in my lifetime and how the hell we got into this mess!

DESIRING.

Three months to sail the Greek Islands and more time to shoot personal work!

PRACTICING.

Flamenco guitar, French, Spanish, Choosing my words more carefully, Focusing on the things I can control & Not reacting!

CURRENT PHILOSOPHY. 

“Never live someone else’s idea of how to live”

IN PRODUCTION

Personal photography projects I’m currently working on!

CALIFORNIA COAST FINE ART SERIES 

Visit our California Coast Gallery where you can view the entire series and purchase these limited edition fine art prints. Don’t forget to check back often as we are updating the gallery with new prints all of the time.

EPIC FITNESS SERIES

I am just starting on a new series of cinematic fitness/sports related images shot in harsh outdoor environments with athletes training with elements from the natural surroundings.  Boulders, tree trunks, etc… 

THE TRAVELING LIFE

A new series of travel/lifestyle images highlighting the beauty, mystery and romance of the traveler’s life! 

#WORK

A new portfolio of environmental portraits of individuals “working” and/or “playing” at their jobs. The goal of the project is to highlight people doing what could easily be defined either as “work” but to capture those individuals, so fully immersed in that activity (in a state of “flow”) that the line between work and play has blurred or vanished all together.

This project is in its infancy but I hope to make significant progress in 2019. Visit our current portfolio at robertrandall.com.

BEAUTY IN NATURAL LIGHT

I am currently shooting a new portfolio of beauty and fashion imagery lit only with direct, ambient or reflected sunlight. The majority of the images will be photographed on medium format film but no doubt opportunities will arise where some of the images will be shot digitally.

Check in at www.robertrandall.com for new work.

This page inspired by Derek Sivers!

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Fitness Professionals – Eight Questions for Finding the Best Los Angeles Fitness Photographer

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Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Shoots Silvia Ribeiro

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? 


At Robert Randal Productions every photo shoot that we do is custom, based on your specific needs, goals and budget. We start with a 30 minute phone consultation to discuss your USP (unique selling proposition) and brand identity and then craft your personal photo shoot around those criteria.

Give us a call at (310) 736 – 0506 to discuss your new, unique, brand specific, photo shoot!

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Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Shoots Activewear for KEEPTIGHT GEAR

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Awhile back we were commissioned to shoot a new line of activewear produced in Denver, CO by KEEPTIGHT GEAR. It was a two day shoot, one day in the studio and one day in a local gym. These images are from our gym day with an amazing model/triathlete, Silvia Ribeiro. Since then, Silvia and I have worked together for a number of clients like CW-X Compression Gear and Renaissance Hotels by Marriott. Silvia is one of my favorite models to work with and is usually the first person I call anytime we need a model with incredible strength and beauty. Check out more of the work we’ve done together on my web site at: www.robertrandall.com

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Anatomy of a Activewear Photo Campaign… Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions

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Last year we did a photo shoot in the Gas Lamp District of San Diego, CA. The client asked us to create a series of images to be used for a Look Book, Collateral Materials, Online Advertising for their web site, Instagram, Face Book and a number of different uses.

The City of San Diego is a great place to shoot and we really had no challenges other than the management at the Hard Rock Hotel (where we shot a great deal of the day) just wanted to make sure that we didn’t get any signage in the pictures or bother any of the guests. They were absolutely wonderful an let us shoot all over the hotel.

Downtown (Gas Lamp District), we shot on the sidewalks, in the cross walks, on the street (briefly stopping traffic) and just about wherever we wanted. Try that in any other major metropolitan city. It was like having the keys to the city. No one bothered us for a permit and no one really seemed to care that we were even there. We shot the whole day without a single problem.

Our model, Ashley Elliott (from IT Model Management) was absolutely incredible going through more than 30 changes during the day. My make-up artist Elleveesa (as always) never ceases to amaze me with her incredible talent, dedicated work ethic and stellar attitude.

The following images are a small sample of the work we did that day but it can give you an idea of the quality and quantity of great shots we can produce for your company or personal brand. Enjoy!

Samantha at Red Rocks…. Los Angeles Fitness Photographer

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Splitting my time between Los Angeles and Denver enables me to shoot in some of the most incredible places you can imagine.  One such place is Red Rocks Amphitheater and Park in Morrison, CO. In addition to being one of the most beautiful natural settings for concerts the park spreads out for several acres with the most incredible landscape. We’ve shot there with several individual athletes and personal trainers as well as with some top commercial clients such as CW-X Compression Gear. We just finished a shoot for CW-X Compression Gear here this month for their Fall/Winter line so watch this space for some incredible new images from Red Rocks Colorado.

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CW-X Compression Gear Photo Shoot – Los Angeles Fitness Photographer

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Fitness and activewear advertising photo shoot for CW-X Compression Gear by Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions.

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Los Angeles Fitness Photographer – Fitness Activewear Photo Shoot for KEEPTIGHT APPAREL

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Fitness and Activewear Photoshoot with Los Angeles Fitness Photographer Robert Randall Productions. Silvia Ribiero for KEEPTIGHT APPAREL photographed in Denver, CO.

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