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08/30/2004 06:28:39 PM · #1 |
I shot some portraits today using studio light. This is my first real attempt at portraiture.
Comments and suggestions appreciated.
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08/30/2004 06:33:28 PM · #2 |
I'm no expert(in fact, I've never done a portrait), but I think it's very nice. The only thing that I notice that may or may not be good(depending on taste) is the gap on the left. The subject appears to be off centered, but now that I look at it as a thumbnail, it doesn't bother me at all. I think you have the lighting down! It's a very nice picture.
Message edited by author 2004-08-30 18:33:56. |
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08/30/2004 06:35:51 PM · #3 |
I really like the photo--excellent for a first try. I have one tip. Try cloning out the smaller second catchlight in the model's eyes, it's a little bit distracting and it makes her seem just to stare off.
Other than that I'll leave it to the tougher critique-ers here!
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08/30/2004 07:01:47 PM · #4 |
The lighting looks good.
Would you say this was a very natural, comfortable smile from the subject ? Did you spend much time talking to her or would you say you were more focused on the camera and technical issues ? |
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08/30/2004 07:21:06 PM · #5 |
Please, keep in mind that I'm just beginning to learn this stuff myself, so keep your saltshaker handy.
I think that just a little more light on the model's face would improve the shot a great deal. The backlighting highlights her hair very nicely, as well as providing a nice separation of the model and the background. However, I get the feeling that she is sitting in the shadows. She also looks a little nervous, perhaps because the smile appears to be a bit forced. If you can get her to feel more relaxed, then you will probably get a better result.
Pretty good for a first try in my opinion.
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08/30/2004 08:19:00 PM · #6 |
Thanks for the comments. I am sure I was paying more attention to the technical things rather than making the model comfortable. I will keep that in mind for the next session.
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08/31/2004 12:50:18 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by micknewton:
Please, keep in mind that I'm just beginning to learn this stuff myself, so keep your saltshaker handy.
I think that just a little more light on the model's face would improve the shot a great deal. The backlighting highlights her hair very nicely, as well as providing a nice separation of the model and the background. However, I get the feeling that she is sitting in the shadows. She also looks a little nervous, perhaps because the smile appears to be a bit forced. If you can get her to feel more relaxed, then you will probably get a better result.
Pretty good for a first try in my opinion. |
Okay, so now I'm at home on my Nokia monitor, and your photo looks much improved. Amazing! Obviously, the 21" Viewsonic monitor in my office at work is not as well adjusted as my Nokia. No doubt the neon lighting in the office doesn't make for optimal viewing conditions either.
Anyway, I take back my suggestion for more light on the model's face. The lighting looks fine. Sorry about that.
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08/31/2004 01:00:32 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by Gordon:
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Would you say this was a very natural, comfortable smile from the subject? ... |
That was the feeling I got as well.
Remember those squeaky toys they used when we was children? They work for grown ups to well not squeaky toys but tell jokes and just keep talking to the person. Rapid fire if you are not using flash that 2nd and 3rd shot they don't expect and relax a little. I actually used a squeaky cat toy when we did the portrait challenge. |
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