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Sedcardshooting - Behind the Scenes

25 September 2024

Sedcard photography on Mallorca: A look behind the scenes

Today I'm taking you behind the scenes of sedcard photography on Mallorca.

My lovely client Pia booked a photo shoot on Mallorca again this year and we were able to achieve great results.

Sedcard photography is an important aspect for models, as the sedcard is their business card and shows clients and agencies their versatility and professionalism. A sedcard shoot produces photos that show the model in various poses and looks - from natural to elegant, from sporty to glamorous.

For Pia Bausch, an experienced bestager model, this shoot was an opportunity to refresh her commercial portfolio and showcase her versatility.

Who is Pia Bausch?

Pia Bausch works as a model throughout Germany and on Mallorca and has already worked for well-known brands such as Dachser Logistics, Merz Pharma, Lidl, biolog. Heilmittel Heel, Indoba Unternehmensgruppe and Nudecosmetics GmbH and many more. She is particularly in demand as a bestager model, as she brings experience and authenticity that go down well with clients and agencies. A professional photo shoot with current shots in various areas helps her to keep her portfolio up-to-date and versatile.

What is sedcard photography and why is it important?

Sedcard photography is a special shoot in which photos are taken for a model's sedcard. Sedcards are an essential marketing tool for models and contain various photos that show the different facets of the model. It serves as an initial reference for clients and agencies to get an idea of the model. Regular sedcard shoots are therefore important for models in order to always have up-to-date and professional photos that reflect their own style and, above all, the model's personality. Range of possible applications show.

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Day 1: Photography in Valldemossa, Palma and on the beach

Sedcard photography in the alleys of Valldemossa

We start the shoot in the picturesque alleyways of Valldemossa - deliberately at lunchtime, as the light here is ideal. The mixture of light and shadow in the narrow streets makes for atmospheric photos that are perfect for Pia's sedcard. Valldemossa offers an authentic backdrop that shows Pia in various white looks and dresses. Individual shots are taken here as well as couple shots with Pia's husband Oliver, who is on hand to support us on this day.

Coffee break and lifestyle shots in Palma

After the first shots, we take a short coffee break in a small café in Valldemossa, which we also use for spontaneous lifestyle photos. Back in Palma, we use the charm of the old town to create commercial lifestyle shots. These versatile motifs are an important part of sedcard photography, as they show Pia's naturalness and spontaneity.

Sports set under palm trees: dynamic sedcard photography

After an outfit change, we continue the sedcard shoot in the most beautiful park in Palma, where we photograph various sports looks under palm trees. Photography here means emphasising the dynamism and agility of the model. Supported by her husband Oliver, both individual and couple pictures are created here too, which emphasise Pia's sporty side. The sporty motifs are an important aspect of sedcard photography, as they show the model's versatility and agility.

Sunset on the beach

At the end of the first day, we head to the beach for "Golden Hour". The soft, warm light of the sunset provides the perfect backdrop for sedcard photography. The atmospheric portraits and couple pictures created in this natural setting also complement Pia's sedcard.

Day 2: Sedcard photography - swimwear shoot on the rocky coast

On the second day, we meet again for a short sunset session on a rocky coast. The swimwear sedcard photography puts Pia in a new light. The rocky backdrop and the natural light provide ideal conditions for our shoot and help us to add fresh, summery motifs to Pia's sedcard.

Pia's perspective: Important factors in portfolio expansion

The sedcard photography on Mallorca was a complete success for Pia and me. The precise planning in advance, the choice of locations and also our flexibility during the shoot helped to achieve the best results. Pia particularly appreciates the fact that the sedcard photography was tailored exactly to her wishes and emphasised the versatility of her model profile.

Tips for successful sedcard photography

Organisation and preparation are crucialWell-planned sedcard photography ensures that everything runs smoothly. Packing bags help to keep the outfits organised and an extra bag for the current set is useful.
Don't forget your cateringLong shooting days require energy, so snacks and plenty of water are a must.
Support is valuableA helping hand to take care of organisational matters gives the model the freedom to concentrate on the shoot.

Conclusion: Sedcard photography on Mallorca

Mallorca offers perfect conditions for sedcard photography. The different locations, the natural light and the relaxed atmosphere make the island an ideal place to create versatile and professional sedcard images. Photography on Mallorca makes it possible to get the best out of the model and create a portfolio that impresses clients and agencies.

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Photo shoot on Mallorca with Lea - A guest post

6 March 2024

A photo shoot in Mallorca - my dream workplace: golden sunsets, rocky coastlines and endless beaches.

I'm Eva, a professional model from Germany. Lea and I were allowed to do a UGC shoot around the whole island together for the fashion brand Lascana. Not that things didn't go according to plan, but definitely differently than expected. But let's start from the beginning:

Preparing for a photo shoot on Mallorca

In preparation for the shoot, Lascana sent me the outfits for the entire shoot day to try on in Germany. I tried everything on in front of the mirror and consulted with Lea about every single outfit. The clothes had to fit perfectly for the shoot and be wrinkle-free. Anything else would result in an incredible amount of extra work in post-production, which we naturally wanted to avoid.

So I tried on the outfits and then took them back to Mallorca, where I ironed them again and hung them up neatly. I then met up with Lea in Palma's old town to look for locations. She had already picked out the best spots in Mallorca's diverse landscape. The only thing missing were the locations in Palma's old town. What can I say? With little breaks in sunny cafés, it was one of the most pleasant location scouting experiences I've ever had.

All the companies and brands for which I have handled UGC shoots so far have very different ideas about the end product. This makes it all the more important to stay in direct communication with the client from the outset and to understand their expectations precisely. That's why there's always a briefing before every shoot, which centres around Mallorca's diverse spots.

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Photo shoot on Mallorca

Day 1

We started the day of shooting in Palma's old town. The cafés, parks and alleyways that we had chosen the day before were beautifully lit in the bright morning sun. The colours of the outfits harmonised wonderfully with the surroundings. The main element of the briefing was to present an outfit that you could easily spend the whole day in on Mallorca. The 10 outfits we had to shoot made for an incredible amount of logistical effort. The clothes had to stay stain- and wrinkle-free all day. This is one reason why we often have an assistant with us on such shoots to take care of the outfit management.

Producing a reel looks so easy on Instagram & Co. Of course, a clothes swap is nice to look at, but the work behind it - wow! In addition to the car we had to hire to get to all the different locations and work through the briefing from Lascana, we also booked a nice, bright room in a boutique hotel to produce content here too.

Once we had these edits and pictures in the can, we moved on to my favourite part of the day: driving to the rocky coast of Cala Blava and shooting swimwear there. There were a few more spots on the way there, where the rented Mini also did us good service. There we waited for the sunset to capture the unique golden light of Mallorca. The briefing was also designed to show us as many places as possible on the Mediterranean island. We travelled all over the island and checked out the best spots. Lea, who has been photographing on the island for years, knows the greatest locations inside and out.

Day 2

After viewing the content we had produced that evening, it was already clear that we still had some post-production work to do. So the next morning we set off again with two outfits towards Palma's old town to shoot the last pictures and videos. Unfortunately, the weather didn't really play ball here, which led to a lot of extra work for Lea in post-production. In the pictures and videos, the lighting conditions should of course be as uniform as possible. Bright sunshine on one day and cloud cover on the other didn't help, but the results are still very successful and our little weather mishap is not visible in the results.

The post-processing

I've been working with Lea, who I still know from school, for many years now. So on my Model website I also get a lot of great shots of her in particular. Nevertheless, it always amazes me how much work the photographers and videographers still have to do after the shoot. My job at this photo shoot on Mallorca was “only” to stand in front of the camera. Post-processing images and videos, editing, GEMA-free music and much more can often take weeks. To be honest, I'm really glad that I'm in front of the camera.

In addition to the shoot for Lascana, we regularly work for other clients. For example, we also shot the spring collection for BRAX in Frankfurt at the beginning of the year. Lea also wrote a own article written. It was particularly challenging to make Frankfurt look as spring-like and warm as possible in January. Lea is now working with a few other people in addition to me. Models with which we give the campaigns of fashion and lifestyle brands a very individual touch.

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