Lights, Camera, Muppets!

This past month I went to see The Muppets and absolutely loved it. Growing up with them was great and seeing them again was fantastic! On Sunday I am going to see Being Elmo and have heard nothing but good reviews. I can't wait to learn all about the man behind (or under) the little fuzzy red guy! Muppet fever is in full swing...this got me wondering what it would be like to photograph The Muppets and this led to some research. I learned that John E. Barrett is the main man when it comes to capturing these loveable characters at their finest, whether on magazine covers, billboards or just for fun. 

Here are a few of my favorite photos of his (it was extremely hard to pick just a few):

Why I love Muppet photography: There is something amazing about the way John evokes the spirit of these inanimate characters. The lighting, compostion and style bring out Miss Piggy's and Rowlf's true personalities. It's a true testament to how important these factors are when photographing a portrait, they without a doubt affect the subject, whether human or made of fabric! Group photography can be very challenging especially when you have adults and children of varying sizes. I can't even imagine what it is like to step into the studio with these classy muppets! I love the composition here and think it is brillantly executed.

TIP: To compose your own family photos that will impress your friends remember to get everyone on different levels to create height and depth. Stairs are a great place to start!