# Amanda Hsu Portrait Studio Malta > Black and White ## Posts - [Pastel Reminiscence](https://bw.amandahsu.com/pastel-reminiscence/): Photographer, Retoucher and Styling: Amanda Hsu, Model: Jade Bartolo, Makeup and Nails: Rebecca Busuttil This series “Pastel Reminiscence” was published in Elegant Magazine in March 2018. - [Actor/Model/Dancer Headshots](https://bw.amandahsu.com/actor-model-dancer-headshots/): These are the standard headshots that can add to elevate your portfolio. Simple and gorgeous! Model:Chri 2018 - [Narrow Streets](https://bw.amandahsu.com/narrow-streets/): I love shooting in the Maltese narrow streets. There are streets like a maze that turn your orientation upside down. Every corner is a picture worthy shot. Model: Hennie Cassar 2017 - [Autumn](https://bw.amandahsu.com/autumn/): There wasn’t much makeup and styling we went for a very natural look. Came out great. Model: Kristina Critien 2017 - [By Product of a Project](https://bw.amandahsu.com/by-product-of-a-project/): I was working on a project titled ‘The Hands,’ which I aimed to submit as a panel of 20 images for a photography accreditation. The ‘Portrait’ category is incredibly competitive, and I was racking my brain for a unique concept. I came across a black and white photo of Cate Blanchett where the expression of her hands was amazing—full of emotion, artistic, and beautiful. Inspired by that, I wanted to create a series that went beyond just ‘pretty’ to something deeply engaging for the viewer. I then began looking for models. I knew that if I asked people to pose... - [Backlit](https://bw.amandahsu.com/backlit/): I used a 2×2 meters softbox to backlit this shot. The softbox was on wheels so I could move it around easily. It was designed by me and made by my partner who is an enthusiastic carpenter. Although I no longer have this large softbox due to the size and the space it took up, I do miss the floor length backlit set up in my studio in Mosta. Model: Danijela, photo and styling: Amanda Hsu - [Feminine Power](https://bw.amandahsu.com/feminine-power/): I style most of my photo shoots back in the days and I still do. I love using soft fabrics to create magic. It’s elegant, sensual and timeless. Shot in 2016 in my home studio. Model: Dragana Popovic, photo and styling by Amanda Hsu. #modelsmalta #maltaphotographers - [BW Mood](https://bw.amandahsu.com/bw-mood/): I set the window light from the left side with 2 black panels. Note when using natural light. It can be quite challenging when it’s a windy and cloudy day as the light shifting constantly. Model: @mandymicalleff I am guessing I did the hair and makeup. #blackandwhitephotographylovers#bw_photooftheday #bw_mood #photographerofmalta - [Good Day!](https://bw.amandahsu.com/good-day/): Throwback to a shoot where I relied entirely on natural light. All it takes is a big window and a sunny day! Luckily, Malta’s got plenty of sunshine. Using panels to tweak the light opens up endless creative options. I was obsessed with tunnel lighting – the shadows it produces make everything pop. Using my own black and white presets. Model @sabrina_busuttilMakeup by Yanika. #blackandwhitepresets #lightroompresets#naturallightportrait - [Unmasking](https://bw.amandahsu.com/unmasking/): I get excited when I use some special black and white presets effects. The mood of the image just when to the roof! So powerful! These were shot by natural light (in a good day 🌞) with 2 panels. Makeup by Yanika Model: @curlygabzzz#naturallightphotography #naturallightportrait#blackandwhiteportraits #photographerinmalta - [Mood](https://bw.amandahsu.com/mood/): I have been using my own black and white LR/Camera Raw presets for a while. It’s always so much fun to see how the black and white images come alive. And it saves tons of time. 🕰️🥹☺️ Makeup by Zoe Muscat Model:Beverly #blackandwhiteimages #portraitbw #photographymalta - [Black and White Simplicity](https://bw.amandahsu.com/black-and-white-simplicity/): There’s something raw about black and white images – they strip away distractions and speak directly to your emotions. Watch and absorb. Makeup by @soylakesissModel:Kelsey #blackandwhiteportraits #blackamdwhitefashion#photographermalta - [Breathtaking Natural Light](https://bw.amandahsu.com/breathtaking-natural-light/): Shooting with natural light. It’s breathtaking and always unique. A simple 2-panel setup created the perfect definition shadows. Model: Gabriela @pour.pose Makeup by @soylakesiss #blackandwhite #maltaphotographer - [No Butterfly](https://bw.amandahsu.com/no-butterfly/): Victoria Pisani Makeup:  @zoe.muscatPhoto by: @amandahsu_bw #blackandwhiteimage#blackandwhitetheme #maltaphotographer #photoshoptmalta - [Dark Eyes](https://bw.amandahsu.com/dark-eyes/): Model: Olga Makeup by @soylakesiss , photographer: @amandahsu_bw #bwportraits#blackandwhitestyle #blackandwhiteimage#portraitblackandwhite #creativeposing #posing101 #expressive - [One Jumpsuit](https://bw.amandahsu.com/one-jumpsuit/): Model: @kriscritien_music Makeup:Zoe Muscat photo by @amandahsu_bw #blackandwhites#blackandwhitestyles #expressiveposing #creativeposing#posing101 - [Simple Black Blouse and Several Great Looks](https://bw.amandahsu.com/84-2/): Model: @brunella__b | Makeup artist: @kimbajada.mua photo by @amandahsu_bw#blackandwhitemood #blackandwhiteportrait#blackandwhitestyle #maltaphotographer #photoshootmalta - [Sophistication](https://bw.amandahsu.com/sophistication/): Model:Aiden Makeup and hair: @honorine.beauty #blakandwhitephotography#blackandwhitemood #blackandwhiteportraits#maltaphotographer #photoshootmalta #photographerinmalta#portraitphotographer - [Jumpsuit shots and more](https://bw.amandahsu.com/jumpsuit-shots/): Model @rebeccaattardmontalto Makeup by @zoe.muscat Photographer: @amandahsu_bw #blackandwhitemood #blackandwhitestyle#blackandwhiteportraits #maltaphotographer #photoshootmalta Dress and jumpsuit from Zuri Malta - [Classic Portrait Poses](https://bw.amandahsu.com/classic-portrait-poses/): Model @_kimbajada Makeup by @soylakesiss , photographer: @amandahsu_bw #blackandwhite #studiomalta#maltaphotographer #photoshootmalta #blackandwhiteportraits These are all classic portrait poses that we often see in celebrities’ portrait shoots. They are elegant, natural and look effortless. Try them for your next photo shoot. - [Natural light Setup](https://bw.amandahsu.com/natural-light-setup/): With Tatiana. #blackandwhitephotography#maltaphotographer #blackandwhiteportraits#studiophotographer This was my typical set up when shooting with natural light from a big window. 2 black panels on the sides create the nice shadow definition on the face and body. It enhance the jawlines, sides of the face and it’s slimming. - [Life’s emotion in Black and White](https://bw.amandahsu.com/lifes-emotion-in-black-and-white/): With Claudia. #photoshootmalta #blackandwhiteportraits#maltaphotographer This was shot with a large 2x2M large soft box which my partner built for me. At that time, I just moved from my home studio to a shop at Mosta town centre where I turned it into a photography studio. I bought an Elinchrom Strobe D-Lite RX 4 and was trying to figure out how I can recreate my favorite window light in the new studio space. That’s why I asked my partner to build a 2×2 meter soft box for me. It was on wheels so I can drag it around however I like. I used... ## Pages - [Contact](https://bw.amandahsu.com/contact/): Hours of Operation BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Cranberry Studio Mosta, Malta Your message could not be saved. Please try again. Your message has successful sent. Thank you! You will receive our reply in 10-20 minutes. Contact Us Get in touch with us by fill out this form.  First Name: Surname: Email: What service are you interested in? Professional Headshot Session Personal Photo Session Other Message: Opt-in I agree to receive your newsletters and accept the data privacy statement. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our newsletter. We use Brevo as our marketing platform. By submitting this form you... [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)