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Thanks @Tobie, yeah – she goes alright.
In fact, here she is again
Nicely lit @Donnie
Have you seen any inverse square law videos on youtube? Check out Karl Taylor’s two videos here: http://youtu.be/373eg4BW-NM?list=UUZajtzLoD3nxn2G9ripCjPg
To put it simply, in order to darken the background, you’ll need to get your light source closer to the subject, whilst also increasing the distance between your subject and the background if possible.
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Hi.
From my initial review of your shots, I’m thinking that the next developmental step might be to experiment with off-camera lighting. There are several shots in your portfolio which I feel could have really been enhanced by adding some accent or fill light. Cloud shots excepted of course!
Good luck with your challenge!
Hi @grizzly.
I like the B&W version, though I also think the vignette is a little heavy.
Have you tried this in a panoramic style crop? I think it may have more impact in 16:9.Sorry @erik-fransman – I should have clarified. The dust spots I am referring to actually appear in the image as bright orbs in the sky. Ordinarily, these spots (caused by dust on the front element of the lens) probably wouldn’t appear in pictures, however shooting into a bright light source causes the dust to refract the light, appearing as the bright, out-of-focus objects in this image.
You’re probably already aware that sunflare can cause similar effects, however sunflare orbs behave very differently in that they are always aligned to the light source.
P.S. Dust on the camera’s sensor will appear in images as dark blurred spots, whereas dust on the front lens element is generally blurred so much that it won’t appear in your shots.Hi.
Could you please let us know what mood/look/style you were shooting for?
The desaturation and uplighting effect (due to the head tilt?) combined with her deadpan expression give this image a very cold, slightly menacing look.You have quite a strong portfolio in your photostream, which makes me wonder: Why did you select (in my opinion) one of the poorer shots for the shark tank?
This shot is the only one of the selection which shows the dust spots on the lens. Would you consider removing them?
Additionally, I’d suggest just a little bit of burning to ensure that the buildings are properly black.
I do like the feel and composition, however I’m just distracted by those small elements.Yeah, I’m on there a LOT…
I just can’t get enough of it to be honest. The quality of the images there is really inspiring for me. I often look through my favourites to see what the commonalities are that I may run with in my own future shoots.
@thepaparazzo – It’s saying your account is inactive??
@markp – I agree with @thepaparazzo. You’ve got a great eye.Yeah, I’m on there a LOT…
I just can’t get enough of it to be honest. The quality of the images there is really inspiring for me. I often look through my favourites to see what the commonalities are that I may run with in my own future shoots.
@thepaparazzo – It’s saying your account is inactive??
@markp – I agree with @thepaparazzo. You’ve got a great eye.Hi. My advice would be to compile a list of all the things you’d shoot with the fisheye. Take your time doing that to make it as comprehensive as possible. Once that’s done, hire the lens for a day or two, crossing off as many shots as you possibly can.
If you find yourself pining for it after handing it back, or coming up with more ideas to shoot, you’re probably going to buy one.
Make sure to share your shots with us though!Hi. My advice would be to compile a list of all the things you’d shoot with the fisheye. Take your time doing that to make it as comprehensive as possible. Once that’s done, hire the lens for a day or two, crossing off as many shots as you possibly can.
If you find yourself pining for it after handing it back, or coming up with more ideas to shoot, you’re probably going to buy one.
Make sure to share your shots with us though!
