27.09.2023
Lights, Camera, Action
The Silverless studio is never short on creativity, but recently, things got cinematic. Our Senior Designer Mitch teamed up with our photographer James for a set of high-energy action shots — think motion blur, dramatic lighting, and just a hint of Jet Li vibes.
How We Did It
James used a technique called shutter dragging (or slow-sync flash). It’s all about combining blur and sharp detail in one frame to capture movement with energy and impact. The secret?
- A long exposure paired with a perfectly timed flash
- A dark backdrop, two light sources (one constant, one flash), and coloured gels for that extra drama
- Timing the shutter release at the peak of the action — in this case, Mitch mid-kick
Why It Works
The blur creates a sense of motion, while the flash freezes the subject for clarity. Add coloured gels, and you’ve got dynamic, cinematic shots that leap off the screen.
The result? Some seriously striking images and one very heroic-looking Mitch. Who knew a design studio could double as an action movie set?
