Supporting Artists- MISE-EN-SCENE PLANNING

Supporting Artist #1:

 Mica XO - Mise-En-Scene Planning

Setting and props

I plan to shoot my photography for the artist Mica XO outside in front of a worn brick wall. The concept of the wall being 'worn' links to the background story of Mica who has quite bad experiences; it suggests she has been through a lot. No props are needed for this shoot because her article doesn't require any - the article is more focused on the artist herself and her previous experiences that have shaped the kind of celebrity/artist she is now.

Brick wall setting for photoshoot with Mica XO.

Costume, Hair and Makeup

Makeup: To contribute to Mica XO's individual look I will apply either a blue or green eyeshadow on her eyelids which is something hardly anyone would dare to do - it suggests Mica as an artist is confident and independent. I will focus on mainly the eyes as part of Mica's makeup look which means the eyebrows will be subtle and accompanied with a nude pale lip.

Hair: I want Mica's hair to be straight but with a few thin plaits throughout - plaits are highly associated with individual (indie) looks and would look good on Lauren due to her dirty blonde hair.

 

Costume: I believe that the eye makeup will look out of place if Mica XO's costume isn't equally as outrageous and quirky. I want Lauren to be wearing a black toto with a patterned shirt to complete the loud look.

 

Facial Expressions and Body Language

I want Lauren's (Mica's) facial expressions to be quite blank to allow full concentration on her costume and loud makeup look. There will be enough personality going on throughout her physical looks (bold appearance of her costume and makeup) so having certain facial expressions aren't necessary. Her body language will be quite open to communicate how she is going to be honest about the events she has experienced- it will make her seem like a much more approachable person with genuine aspects to her.

This photograph has a particular focus on the facial
expression and communicates in-depth emotion.

Example of the blank facial expressions I want to capture
Lauren posing with.

 Lighting and Colour

The lighting of the photoshoot will be natural due to being photographed outside. I will shoot in the morning where the light isn't too harsh to too dull which allow the quality of the image to be it's best. The colour of the shot will consist of the brick wall which will be the background of the image. The brick wall will make the setting look a lot more urban with it's rustic colour.

Positioning of characters/objects within the frame

For this artist, no objects are needed within the frame. I just want the artist in front of the white wall, to again, allow full concentration on the artist and to also make the images visually appealing - too many things going on in the background/around the artist can easily confuse what is going on in the photo and therefore communicate the wrong message about the artist.

Camera Angles

Potential camera angles:

• Close-ups
• Medium close-ups
• Long Shots

Supporting Artist #2

Isaac Clarke - Mise-En-Scene Planning 

Setting and props

I plan for the background of Isaac's shoot to be simplistic - this is why I want it to be in front of a white wall.  The white wall will contribute to the professional look of Isaac due to it looking as though it's been shot in a studio.

 

Costume, Hair and Makeup

Costume: I want the costume for Isaac to be quite plain - this will communicate with the readers that he is a normal person like them, which in turn will make him a lot more appealing. It also suggests he's not fashion conscious and is confident within himself, which is quite aspiring to younger males/general readers.
Hair: I want Isaac's hair to be styled in a current/modern way, with quite a lot of volume  

Makeup: No makeup is needed for this artist.  



Facial Expressions and Body Language

Ideally, I'd like the facial expressions of Isaac to be quite plain. It suggests that there's more than meets the eye, which is quite an enticing element to the images. It will encourage people to read the article/page Isaac is featured in, reinforcing my target audiences appeal.

I want Isaac's body language to be open, with his hands by his side to suggest he's honest in what he says and genuine through what he does.

 

Lighting and colour

The colours within the images will consist of white - this is because the colour white is associated with light and goodness, communicating that Isaac is a good person. It (white) is considered to be the colour of perfection. White means safety, purity, and cleanliness. As opposed to black, white usually has a positive connotation. The lighting will be coming from a window which will be in front of the wall, meaning the light should be of a good standard as opposed to too light or dark from lack of light.

 

 Positioning of characters/objects within the frame

There should be no conflicting objects within the frame considering the plain location (the white wall) this is so that full concentration/attention is on the artist. 

Supporting Artist #3

Callum Spencer - Mise-En-Scene Planning

 Setting and props

Again, like Isaac Clarke, I want the background/setting for Callum Spencer to be a white wall. This adds to the professional look of the artist, whilst also using quite a minimalistic location that still adds effect to the image.




 Costume, Hair and Makeup

Costume: The costume for Callum includes a leather jacket and simple plain polo top. I feel the leather jacket in particular will contribute to the indie rock feel of the magazine/fit the genre. A lot of rock stars wear leather jackets so I feel dressing Callum, a rebellious and confident artist, in a leather jacket will contribute to his image.

Hair: I want Callum's hair to be styled simply. Not messy and full of volume like Isaacs - but quite "flat" to allow full concentration on the costume and general image.

Makeup: No makeup is needed for this artist.

 

 

Facial Expressions and Body Language

The facial expressions for Callum will convey confidence within himself, I want him to look comfortable and open to viewers/readers. Again, like my other artists, I want his body language to be open to communicate a positive message. If his arms were crossed, he would look enclosed and may not be trusted by fans, who may assume he's dishonest etc.

 

Lighting and colour

The lighting for this photoshoot will be artificial with the use of lamps due to the time of the shoot. I feel if the lights are slightly dulled it will suggest Callum has a bad side (his rebellious one) due to dark tones of the images. This will in turn fit with the indie rock genre due to his rebellion.

 

Supporting Artist #4

Alesha Marks - Mise-En-Scene Planning

 Setting and props

The setting of Alesha Marks photoshoot will be in a house, with some of the elements of the house in the background. Due to the back story of Alesha being deceived by her fellow band members, shooting her in her house suggests she has feelings of isolation because of this, but is recreating her image due to the confident facial expression/body language she emits.

 

 Costume, Hair and Makeup

Costume: I want Alesha to be wearing a simple back top accompanied with a necklace or two. This will suggest she has a distinctive style and is confident in what she wears and her general image.

Hair: Alesha's hair will be straight with some volume. Makeup: I plan for Alesha to have a simple coat of foundation accompanied with a cat eye flick and mascara to make her eyes 'pop'. This will also compliment her natural good looks by extenuating her best features.

 Facial Expressions and Body Language

For Alesha's photoshoot I'd quite like the model for Alesha to be captured with her hands touching her face, even concealing part of her mouth. This will link with the fact that she's been deceived by her band members and she is still trying to come back from it.

Lighting and colour

The lighting will be natural due to the use of conducting the shoot near a window where the light will compliment her face.