How do I photograph the Type Doodles aesthetic?+
Margins filled with thinking handwriting, doodles, and the beauty of a page in use. Ask the subject to actually write something they want to write not reproduce a piece because the physical act of genuine expression changes every micro-gesture in the hand and produces marks that look alive rather than performed
What shots should I get for a Type Doodles photo shoot?+
Capture: Close-up of a notebook open on a table, a hand mid-writing or drawing, the marks casual and exploratory; Portrait of subject at a desk covered in papers with visible hand-lettering and illustrations; Flat-lay of notebooks, markers, and coffee cups with a piece of hand-lettered work as the focal element; Over-the-shoulder shot of someone lettering or doodling, their concentration absorbed and genuine; Close detail of hand-drawn letterforms on paper at a scale that reveals the texture of the marker or pen.
What lighting works for Type Doodles photography?+
Drafting lamp light (warm, focused) as practical, supplemented by window light from the side; the lamp light creates a working environment that feels live and functional
Where should I shoot Type Doodles photography?+
Good locations include: Coffee shop with a clear table, Home studio with large working surface, Art school or university studio, Public library corner.
What wardrobe works for Type Doodles photography?+
Casual, comfortable, working-at-a-table clothes; ink on the fingers is the required accessory
