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p.1 #1 · grey sky


C&C Please...

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http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1257a.jpg

2
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1289a.jpg

3
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1287a.jpg

4
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1297a.jpg

5
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1288a.jpg



Aug 30, 2008 at 08:59 AM
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p.1 #2 · grey sky


Part II
Lovely subject, lovely setting, You've captured her expressions well and her warmth comes thru well. Poses are flattering and feel genuine.
Framing in 1 and 4 is excellent. 2 is too centeed and a taken a bit too far away. 3 would benefit from a tighter crop. Trees on right add a nice balance/framing to the image. Last as also quite centered, but I like this image very much as is anyway. Again, her spontaneity and warmth come thru. Interesting angles made by her knees, elbows and hands. Still, you should probably experiment with a tighter, more square or portrait crop.
First four all are underexposed and should have vignetting dialed back.
Contrast and shadows in 4 are a bit harsh, although they can be lessened with some post-processing. I will post a quick rework of 4, but someone with more time/skill could take it further (Paul H?)
You might get some more technical advice from others (Scott S?) so stay tuned.

Scott G



Aug 31, 2008 at 01:17 AM
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p.1 #3 · grey sky


Hi Scott,

Thank you for taking the time to crtiique my photos, I was starting to get discouraged with the lack of response. Thanks. I see what you did with #1 and I actually think I like it better. You are right, the vignetting was too much. I am not usually a fan, however I think it helps pull you in a bit better.

The goal for the shoot was deep contrasty shadows, sky detail and consistancy. As I am just starting out with the remote flash in manual, it is somthing I struggle with and just need practice. I was happy with these and how they turned out. As well, I am trying to refine my processing skills and when to use certain techniques. So I really appreciate the comments.

Here are a few more that you may like a little better?

Less flash, slight shadow/highlight bump as it was a bit dark.
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1271a.jpg

Straight from camera, no processing.
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1302a.jpg

This is the original from #1, straight from camera with no processing. As you can see, quite underexposed.
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1257b.jpg

#1 with levels to correction with histogram.
http://spink.ca/pics/forums/fredmiranda/IMG_1257c.jpg


Edited on Aug 31, 2008 at 12:19 PM



Aug 31, 2008 at 12:12 PM
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p.1 #4 · grey sky


Hi Spink! I think your second post, second picture, the one straight from the camera, is my favorite! I love the pose in the tree. The first one in second post is way too dark for my taste, but I think I can understand what you were going for.


Aug 31, 2008 at 03:12 PM
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p.1 #5 · grey sky


1 fixed is my preference but Sbeme took it a bit too far in highlights for me - 2/3 the way scott took it would be best for me.

2 for me she is too small in the picture but nice pose - try cropping left off and check tilt, and move horizon down a bit and I think you will like it much more.

3 seems too posed for me. And too small in frame

4 a bit too much teeth but I am being pick - very nice - I like the next post with highlights but for me again just a bit too far.

5 a little soft and centred - but with cropping would improve

2nd last needs shadows work and I like the other pose in this location better

tree is an interesting idea but she has spots on her shirt and it looks overexposed.

All really nice - keep on posting



Aug 31, 2008 at 06:01 PM
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p.1 #6 · grey sky


Hi Scott S and Jo, appreciate the feedback, well taken.


Aug 31, 2008 at 10:19 PM
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p.1 #7 · grey sky


An old portrait photographer's tip for posing a seated figure, such as number three:

"Posture makes perfect."

Images are generally more flattering if the subject sits with his or her back straight.



Sep 02, 2008 at 08:37 PM
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p.1 #8 · grey sky


Hi AntiPode, good call!


Sep 02, 2008 at 08:57 PM
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p.1 #9 · grey sky


don't mean to nit pick... And this may just be a personal preference... But I find densly lined striped shirts and clothing can sometimes come out weird on the camera. I usually tell my clients to wear solid or pattern, no tights stripes.


Sep 06, 2008 at 10:23 AM





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