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spink Offline Buy and Sell: On p.1 #1 · grey sky C&C Please... 1 2 3 4 5 Aug 30, 2008 at 01:59 PM

sbeme Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #2 · grey sky Pretty woman. Pretty location. Grey sky is just fine. I dint realize there were a number of images, so I'll give you feedback on the first, with more to follow. Too dark for my taste, and I dont think the vignetting works in this image. The foreground is quite colorful without being distracting. I go less for the dark mood and recover shadows, lighten the image quite a bit, and reverse the vignetting. Here is a quick re-work of the first. Let me know if you want it removed. Let me know if you want processing details. Scott G Edited on Aug 31, 2008 at 12:43 AM Aug 31, 2008 at 12:42 AM

sbeme Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #3 · 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 06:17 AM

sbeme Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #4 · grey sky Re-work of 4 Might actually need a tad of contrast returned, but this is a quick re-work to show you the direction I think the processing can go to improve the image as shot. Edited on Aug 31, 2008 at 07:06 AM Aug 31, 2008 at 07:05 AM

spink Offline Buy and Sell: On p.1 #5 · 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. Straight from camera, no processing. This is the original from #1, straight from camera with no processing. As you can see, quite underexposed. #1 with levels to correction with histogram. Edited on Aug 31, 2008 at 05:19 PM Aug 31, 2008 at 05:12 PM

Jo Dilbeck Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #6 · 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 08:12 PM

Scott Stoness Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #7 · 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 11:01 PM

spink Offline Buy and Sell: On p.1 #8 · grey sky Hi Scott S and Jo, appreciate the feedback, well taken. Sep 01, 2008 at 03:19 AM

AuntiPode Offline Image Upload: On p.1 #9 · 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 03, 2008 at 01:37 AM

spink Offline Buy and Sell: On p.1 #10 · grey sky Hi AntiPode, good call! Sep 03, 2008 at 01:57 AM

blueirisarts Offline Image Upload: Off p.1 #11 · 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 03:23 PM

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