The Art of Product Photography With Frances Marais
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- 29 Mar 2023
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Frances Marais is a talented product photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty and essence of her subjects. With years of experience in the industry, Frances has honed her craft to deliver exceptional images that showcase products in the best light. Her attention to detail, creative vision, and technical expertise have made her a sought-after photographer for brands looking to elevate their visual presence. She’s known for her ability to understand a brand’s unique style and bring it to life through her unique photographic eye.
We chat with the talented product photographer and unpack how her love for photography grew over the years, the quirky things that inspire her and the importance of calendar management.
Please tell us a little about yourself
I’m a freelancer, photographer and business owner. I also have a knack for knowing what types of tree branches throw pretty shadows and have been known to have very cool playlists.
I’ve been freelancing full-time since the start of 2017 and have never looked back. Before shooting for myself full-time, I bounced between various in-house e-comm studios and working as an assistant.
The creative work I do mostly involves product photography and commercial photography, with the odd interior and portrait here and there. Fashion is not my scene, and weddings terrify me.
Walk us through your creative process. How do you plan and execute your product shoots? How much work goes into executing a shoot
My creative process and involvement in the shoot often involve helping guide clients to the most beautiful way to execute an idea they already have.
By the time the client comes to me, a creative direction has been outlined by the creative director or designer they’re working with. My job is then to create something beautiful within the parameters of the creative direction.
Once the project begins, I often work with a creative director (my fav is Sanri Pienaar). She usually puts together the styling and art direction while I focus more on lighting and creating the mood of the shoot. Read More…
