Photographing a lobby at a Hilton Tempo in Nashville

In this video, I walk you through the process of photographing a lobby at the Hilton Tempo in Nashville, highlighting the challenges of shooting in a busy space and the techniques I used to achieve the final image. I discuss my camera setup, including the GFX100ii, and the lighting strategies I employed, such as using a gelled flash to balance the interior tungsten light. I also share insights on working with hotel guests during the shoot, including how I handled those who didn’t want to move.

00:00 Introduction to Lobby Shot

01:56 Equipment Used

04:23 Framing the Image

06:44 Tripod Details

08:36 Lighting Balance

11:08 Tethering to Capture One

12:54 Lighting Tests

31:28 Conclusion and Retouching