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 03/08/2005 01:34:15 PM · #1
Here i have a few shots i was contracted for, to be published in a online magazine about Airsoft and 'guns'. The first series was a special request by the author (composition and colours), while the second series, i had freedom to do what i wanted.

I would like constructive comments on composition and post-prod please.

Note that some pics will appear a bit dark, as they were processed for prints (paper).

Thanks!

Special request: VP70 German pistol





WhiteCard creativity: Colt 1911 custom & HK Mk23 SOcom





Thank you for your time.
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 03/08/2005 01:39:11 PM · #2
sweet guns
 03/08/2005 01:54:55 PM · #3
I like the photo's. Both sets may have been improved a bit by using a polorizing filter? Seems to be a bit of glare (especially in the VP-70 pics) in both sets. Just my observation.
 03/08/2005 02:45:32 PM · #4
Thanks Glad. I do not have filters yet and never played with them, but it sure sound like a good idea, especially for the glare problem you mentionned!
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 03/08/2005 03:12:57 PM · #5
These are exdeptionally rich and contextual images. Definitely work on reducing glare, whether by lighting, polarizing, or (probably) a combination of both. If you're gonna shoot a lot of metallic objects, a polarizer is absolutely essential. You'll be stunned at the difference.

Robt.
 03/08/2005 03:24:34 PM · #6
I have always heard that polarizing filters do not reduce glare on metallic surfaces. They work best for glare on water and glass.

Schneider Link

Chad
 03/08/2005 03:50:09 PM · #7
Originally posted by cpurser:
I have always heard that polarizing filters do not reduce glare on metallic surfaces. They work best for glare on water and glass.

Schneider Link

Chad


Hmmm...now I'm going to have to try it myself on something metal. I've primarily used a polarizer on water or glass and thought it worked on other reflective materials as well. I've also found a polarizer very useful on snow and have used it to darken the sky (or a ND). Thanks for the link Chad.

Message edited by author 2005-03-08 15:51:58.
 03/08/2005 04:24:27 PM · #8
ALl these shots were done on Natural lighting only (through window). I do not yet have the necessary lighting equipement (working on studio material ...).

Thanks Bear, i really appreciate your comment. I'm looking at filters right now, see what i can find out.
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 03/08/2005 04:49:37 PM · #9
Originally posted by cpurser:
I have always heard that polarizing filters do not reduce glare on metallic surfaces. They work best for glare on water and glass.

Schneider Link

Chad


It's variable. Depends on the angle of light and the particular metal. They do have an appreciable effect in some shots. But yes, they work better with glass and water, generally.

Robt.
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