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Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

01/21/2005 02:43:03 PM · #1

what do you think?

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

01/21/2005 02:48:25 PM · #2

Like the composition and expression; would like it even better if you included the very bottom of the neckline.
IMO you should move the black point in, right now there is nothing even close to true blacks. It's not always necessary for the histogram to go all the way to the left, but this seems a bit far right to me.
In some photos the grain works, here it is somewhat distracting ot me. I would work to reduce it a bit.

GoldBerry

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

01/21/2005 03:00:27 PM · #3

Originally posted by kirbic:

but this seems a bit far right to me.

I think the point here (maybe accidental? lol) is to match her skin tone with the background and her shirt. .more so than accentuating contrast.

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

01/21/2005 04:47:30 PM · #4

Originally posted by kirbic:

I fear im a bit lost. Could you explain in simple terms? lol

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

01/21/2005 05:25:24 PM · #5

Open the photo, check the histogram (procedure varies with software used). See how there is blank space at the left side? To change this in PS or PS elements, open the levels tool (image>adjustments>levels in PS) and grab the left-hand marker (click & hold on it). Drag it to the right until it just touches the "foot" of the histogram. See how the pic now takes on more vibrancy? It loses that "flat" look.

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

01/21/2005 07:40:33 PM · #6

A good histogram would entice it being across the full length of the graph, right?

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

01/21/2005 07:52:11 PM · #7

Originally posted by jmlelii:

A good histogram would entice it being across the full length of the graph, right?

Normally, yes, but not always. In this case, the black point definitely needs shifting. If you want I'll post an edit.

Gordon

RIM BlackBerry Curve

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

01/21/2005 08:34:23 PM · #8

I pretty much like it the way it is, not every picture needs a black black or a white white.

It could look fine with a change, but I think it is fine the way it is - it has a soft, subtle feel as is, adding more contrast would change that. Her eyes are dark enough without forcing them to black...

Message edited by author 2005-01-21 20:35:15.

wlevy

Nikon D90

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

01/21/2005 08:51:30 PM · #9

I think a catchlight in the eyes would help.

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 16-85 f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

01/21/2005 09:12:49 PM · #10

Originally posted by wlevy:

I think a catchlight in the eyes would help.

A what light?

cbeller

Nikon D300

01/21/2005 10:19:50 PM · #11

Originally posted by jmlelii:

Originally posted by wlevy:
I think a catchlight in the eyes would help.

A what light?

Catchlight. See the small white dot in the iris here?

In the case of your photo, a on camera flash would probably give you the catchlights and some fill light on the face.

Also, I think I agree with Gordon on the levels. I think I like it the way it is.

parrothead

Canon EOS-40D

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DF for Canon

01/21/2005 10:26:22 PM · #12

I think its pretty Nice! A catch light would definately help a bit but I like the feel of the overall image. Good job!