Sarah is a beautiful young lady, and you've captured a lot of her spirit and energy in several of these shots. well done!
I particularly like #1 for the overall look and movement - although I'd like to see it dialed down just a little in exposure. #6 again for the movement and energy. Very nicely done. #7 I like everything about. The poses are strong and show some confidence, the setting is nicely balanced and I love the subtle contrast of her dress against the natural tones around her. And in #9 I see her embracing life and living in the moment.
Overall a wonderful series, but I think there are a few that could be toned down just a little - maybe 1/3 to 1/2 stop would do, as they appear a little too bright on my monitor.
i agree regarding the few that are a bit blown out, but i love the overall look to these shots. the pp is awesome. i wish i could get results like this.
I am pretty sure her family and her are extremely happy with these. I believe, you have a bit of this new trend of "shooting into the sun" thing but you are doing it moderately, which I love. The post processing is great too.
Shots are great. Nice story as well. Most people who are "normal" never think of living this much, you can tell she does not take anything for granted and is truly an individual. Your pictures did her justice! She will be very happy with these. Wish i had more people that we this unique and able to connect with the camera.
Nicely done
Doug
Lighting was a 32" gold reflector in some and in the photo of Sarah near a tree, a 430ex through an umbrella cam left and high.
Thanks a ton everyone. She really loved them.
When her and her family saw them, she said, "...amazing. Simply amazing. Words would not do these justice."
It was fun. I really believe in connecting and expressing emotion with your clients. Get to know them. Clients are to me, friends. Everyone still stays in touch and I'm very happy they do.
Some nice shots there, but a lot of them are full frontal face shots, I'd have liked to see a bit more variety in facial angle, as I don't think the full frontals are the most flattering for her face. 6 gets my vote for the best shot of her.