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06/27/2010 03:54:46 AM · #76 |
FWIW I think this is a really good capture of a 'moment', I like that the arms only are showing and the little guy leaping into safe, trusting arms -
I have many photos of my grandchildren and some of the most precious ones are oof, blurred or not framed 'correctly'. I was going through some the other day, getting rid of some images but my daughter asked why I was deleting this or that image and to please dont as she loved them.
What makes a good photograph is not just about being technically right, this image of the little boy is good because it is just more than a photo it is a precious moment captured that his family will cherish.
We all strive (a little too hard sometimes) in trying to get 'everything' just right, sometimes it is just not needed or indeed wanted.
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06/27/2010 04:37:15 AM · #77 |
If I've learned anything in my time on DPC, JustCaree... it's that there are 3 or 4 people that you simply do not ever listen to, respond to, or care about.
Hahn23 is one of these people. |
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06/27/2010 08:23:28 AM · #78 |
Originally posted by Citadel:
there are three things you need for panning shots
1) Practice
2) Practice
3) Cheese...or practice. your choice.
The subject can't be too close (hard to keep up to it as its moving too fast in relation to you) or too far away (doesn't move far enough during the exposure). If you can prefocus where you anticipate the object being it helps too. (usually straight in front of you is easiest).
Lens selection is based on the distance to the subject and the size of the subject. If you can prefocus where the object is going to be when you snap
Don't try to do a pan in near darkness. My first attempt failed miserably because of this. Really you just need to practice. Go to a busy road or bike path and fill a card up. :) |
Dark shots with street lights can make for an interesting shot. Of course you should have fast glass and bump up the iso.
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06/27/2010 12:46:33 PM · #79 |
Originally posted by K10DGuy:
If I've learned anything in my time on DPC, JustCaree... it's that there are 3 or 4 people that you simply do not ever listen to, respond to, or care about.
Hahn23 is one of these people. |
lol. I also learned that but I have friends on this site that have warned me before I joined.
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06/27/2010 12:50:36 PM · #80 |
Originally posted by SEG:
Originally posted by K10DGuy:
If I've learned anything in my time on DPC, JustCaree... it's that there are 3 or 4 people that you simply do not ever listen to, respond to, or care about.
Hahn23 is one of these people. |
lol. I also learned that but I have friends on this site that have warned me before I joined. |
Im learning that the hard way LOL |
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06/27/2010 12:51:56 PM · #81 |
Originally posted by ApertureJack:
Doesn't look like you need another but here's mine, I love doing this kind of stuff anyway:
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thank you!! |
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06/27/2010 12:54:02 PM · #82 |
Originally posted by jminso:
Originally posted by Citadel:
there are three things you need for panning shots
1) Practice
2) Practice
3) Cheese...or practice. your choice.
The subject can't be too close (hard to keep up to it as its moving too fast in relation to you) or too far away (doesn't move far enough during the exposure). If you can prefocus where you anticipate the object being it helps too. (usually straight in front of you is easiest).
Lens selection is based on the distance to the subject and the size of the subject. If you can prefocus where the object is going to be when you snap
Don't try to do a pan in near darkness. My first attempt failed miserably because of this. Really you just need to practice. Go to a busy road or bike path and fill a card up. :) |
Dark shots with street lights can make for an interesting shot. Of course you should have fast glass and bump up the iso.
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I can forsee my neices having many jumps in the pool LOL and my husband getting bored as I sit at the lake and watch the boats speed by LOL (nah he'll fish) oh and there is some drag race going on nxt weekend that should be a good place to try! |
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06/27/2010 01:20:08 PM · #83 |
Night time panning you also can use the rear curtin flash to add another prespective to panning.
Day time panning you can get the this type of action, but being blurred can be cool too. I have a link in this image to some shots I really tried to get a blurred panning effect.
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06/27/2010 02:12:27 PM · #84 |
Panning is one of the hardest photography techniques to do, and takes a lot of practice. It may take several attempts to even get one usable shot.
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06/27/2010 04:00:03 PM · #85 |
Originally posted by JustCaree:
Ok so long story short... I had a shoot today... 2 yr old... portraits and then water shots.... The client is EXTREMELY (her words) happy with the product... however this one shot she LOVES but it has come out very very very blurry -- this is because he jumped before I was ready and I wasnt totally focused. We couldnt get him to repeat.
I tinkered with it and managed to get it clear in BW but I cant get it decent in color. She is aware of this and has asked me to keep trying.
I thought well if I cant do it maybe someone here can.
Again she is aware that this is a very difficult dilemma.
Here is the kicker.... its NOT in RAW because this was with the underwater camera which does not have RAW capabilities.
However I do have it in large format (I can email it to you)
Here is a shrunk down version so you can see what you are up against!
If anyone is willing to try! I so would appreciate it.
and I would OWE you a big one!!!!
Thanks
ETA" I GOT WHAT I NEEDED THANKS TO THOSE THAT HELPED!!! |
Maybe if you are relying on people on the internet to fix your low quality shots, you are not ready to be in a position to charge for your work.
Just saying. |
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06/27/2010 04:06:27 PM · #86 |
Originally posted by JustCaree:
Originally posted by cdn1:
Hey Caree, consider this a learning experience. Always be ready to get the shot. Check all settings in your camera before the shoot, and adjust when necessary. So you missed the shot, no big deal, if I had a nickel for every missed shot..dammm I'd be rich. Just tell the client, sorry you can't fix it, and move on! |
shes very happy with the several edits we have provided. |
So you`ll be sharing the $$$ for that then? |
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06/27/2010 04:06:51 PM · #87 |
Originally posted by Simms:
Maybe if you are relying on people on the internet to fix your low quality shots, you are not ready to be in a position to charge for your work.
Just saying. |
Ideally, that would be nice. In reality, she's a victim of the current crappy economy and is trying to earn a little money however she can. She knows her current skills are limited and that is why she asks us for help.
Just sayin'. |
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06/27/2010 04:10:24 PM · #88 |
ANother post - OK - good tip for shooting kids - get down to their level - general `snapshots` of kids taken from an adults perspective are normally boring and everyday. When you drop down to a knee and get at their level, see the world from their perspective, then it adds enormously to an image.
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06/27/2010 05:02:07 PM · #89 |
Originally posted by Simms:
ANother post - OK - good tip for shooting kids - get down to their level - general `snapshots` of kids taken from an adults perspective are normally boring and everyday. When you drop down to a knee and get at their level, see the world from their perspective, then it adds enormously to an image. |
And, that's one of the reasons this shot works.. Despite the blur. |
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06/27/2010 05:10:48 PM · #90 |
Originally posted by coryboehne:
Originally posted by Simms:
ANother post - OK - good tip for shooting kids - get down to their level - general `snapshots` of kids taken from an adults perspective are normally boring and everyday. When you drop down to a knee and get at their level, see the world from their perspective, then it adds enormously to an image. |
And, that's one of the reasons this shot works.. Despite the blur. |
As the saying goes, you can Photoshop a turd - but its still..... etc... |
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06/27/2010 05:11:28 PM · #91 |
Originally posted by Simms:
Maybe if you are relying on people on the internet to fix your low quality shots, you are not ready to be in a position to charge for your work.
Just saying. |
Simms if you had taken the time to read anything other than what you choose to on this thread you would not of come out with just a rude comment. But you know what, I forgive you. You cant help being ignorant and nasty. |
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06/27/2010 05:17:57 PM · #92 |
Originally posted by Yo_Spiff:
Well, I waiting as long as possible for the master to show up, but he must be out taking pictures or something. In keeping with a long standing DPC tradition, I took some liberties and improved the shot a bit.
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Damn. Late to the party. Thanks for covering for me, spiff. Although I mighta had a different take on it.
To  JH's comment: so true. Too much drama and not enough pocorn. |
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06/27/2010 05:37:00 PM · #93 |
Originally posted by JustCaree:
Originally posted by Simms:
Maybe if you are relying on people on the internet to fix your low quality shots, you are not ready to be in a position to charge for your work.
Just saying. |
Simms if you had taken the time to read anything other than what you choose to on this thread you would not of come out with just a rude comment. But you know what, I forgive you. You cant help being ignorant and nasty. |
Ignorant and nasty?
OK, I will make it fluffy for you as I know you dont respond to criticism that you don`t want to hear (see some of yoru other "please comment on my photos!!! pleeeaaase.. threads that I took the time to reply to).
Nasty? no, I just dont sugar coat things - it sounds patronising and condescending. but if that is what you want, then I can make sure all my comments on your future work are pink, fluffy and stroke your delicate ego.
1170 posts on this site in just over a month? Maybe if you stopped writing and started reading & shooting you`d learn something.
Thread on ignore.
Message edited by author 2010-06-27 17:37:59. |
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06/27/2010 05:38:17 PM · #94 |
I thought of that, but decided to go for the more subtle approach. Glad to fill in. Can't have a "how would you edit this shot" thread without a 'Zilla edit. |
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06/27/2010 05:45:25 PM · #95 |
Originally posted by Art Roflmao:
Originally posted by Yo_Spiff:
Well, I waiting as long as possible for the master to show up, but he must be out taking pictures or something. In keeping with a long standing DPC tradition, I took some liberties and improved the shot a bit.
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Damn. Late to the party. Thanks for covering for me, spiff. Although I mighta had a different take on it.
To JH's comment: so true. Too much drama and not enough pocorn. |
I love this!! that is tooooooooooo funny!
and Im sorry about my portion of the drama... Im just tired of getting trashed... its seriously driving me bonkers...
Ive never taken anything criticism of my word bad-- when I ask for it... Spiff- Cory - PGerst - and a few others spend a lot of time offering me criticism and I take it, learn from it, and move on. I just cant stand these snide comments - its very upsetting and I regret evening posting for help on this site. Those that want to be helpful are wonderful but those that want to be rude can tear you apart - its uncalled for.
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06/27/2010 05:47:47 PM · #96 |
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06/27/2010 06:23:06 PM · #97 |
| tact.. the word is tact... |
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06/27/2010 06:24:16 PM · #98 |
I asked for this thread to be locked. Dont know if they will or not... but I did ask for it. Im over getting my head bit off.
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06/27/2010 06:26:02 PM · #99 |
| So important to let everyone know how superior one is. |
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06/27/2010 06:48:28 PM · #100 |
You guys need to remember that we all start somewhere, she was asking for help not a critique. She knew the photo was bad and wanted to make it a little bit better + it was not part of what the client hired her for and was an "extra" favor (with an underwater camera).
Take a look at some of my first photos on DPC, by entering challenges and asking for help in threads I learned alot, I don't remember people being so rude back then...
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