Vampire Diaries photo shoot AND process

My final photography task. Originally based on the Vampire diaries, however i mostly drew inspiration from the "vampire" part and there isn't a real connection to the show, apart from the one image. It was more of a cinematic exploration, telling a story with still images; evoking emotions (primarily fear lol).
I did a few double exposures by "sandwiching" two negatives in the enlargers in the dark room. Took a lot of test prints, lots of dodging in, but i'm happy with how they came out. For the two scream images i took inspiration from russian surrealism in the 1930s. I had no particular photographer in mind, but my concept seemed adaptable to that style of photography, so when i was photographing it was in the back of my mind. I mean, vampires are surreal anyway.

Something i learnt from this task and photoshoot...
Planning a shoot is important - finding a location and already having an idea of where you'll place people and how is helpful before the shoot. Doing visual research, drawing on other photographers work for inspiration makes a huge difference.
Write it down - note some of the shots you want, because between interacting with the models, the camera and the scene, it's easy to forget and you get into panic mode. It also makes you seem organised.
Bring extra lighting - I used a windshield protector as a reflector which made a significant difference. A huge emergency light can work as well or a torch.
Explore the area - keep an eye out for things that are already there that you didn't picture in your head, such as the clouds and such, don't over look these things!
 Go with your gut - behind the view finder things appear changed so just explore do some things organically, intuitively. Some of my stronger photos were last minute after thoughts, the last shot on a roll where i took more of a risk, noticed and took advantage of some nice lighting, or adopted another persons perspective.

Mostly that was a small reminder for myself, i hope it helps someone. I learnt something, feels good man. lol