Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

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p.1 #1 · Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

Hi Guys here's my second stab at smoke photography.

Would love any advice on how i can improve. I find it very hard to focus on the smoke, can i ask if you guys use AF or manual?

Cheers

Phil

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Nov 06, 2009 at 12:24 AM

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p.1 #2 · Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

Lovely shots...

My votes technique wise:
* Manual focus at a predetermined distance
* High enough F stop to achieve generous depth of field
* tripod mounted
* gelled and snooted lights coming in at opposing angles

#1 is sexy in such a simple way
#2 is wonderful with the play of colors and shapes

Nov 06, 2009 at 11:17 PM

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p.1 #3 · Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

Cheers for your input shutterslam,

I took these handheld as I like the freedom, however I think your suggestion of tripod mounting and pre-determined focus will allow me sharper focus.

Phil

Dec 09, 2009 at 11:45 AM

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p.1 #4 · Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

#2 is a real treat!

Dec 09, 2009 at 02:58 PM

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p.1 #5 · Smoke Photography 2nd attempt

I like #2 It looks really good w/ the black background. I'm gonna have to give this a try sometime. Nice job.

Dec 11, 2009 at 10:47 PM


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