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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
