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03/06/2004 11:02:35 AM · #1
I agree with Gordon, but sometimes breaking the rules works well. It depends on the subject. Your shot are really good. You've captured some great expressions and personalities. The only suggestion I have is with the two of them together. One head above the other tends to form a static line in the image. Try moving one of them so they are not perfectly lined up. Left or right matters to the composition of each particular image. It also gives the viewer a fuller fram to view.
03/06/2004 10:37:56 AM · #2
Originally posted by TG73:

I guess I just don't get it.



Head clipping seems to be really trendy right now - fashion magazines are full of trepanned models.
03/06/2004 10:32:06 AM · #3
I guess I just don't get it.

Originally posted by GoldBerry:

Originally posted by TerryGee:

Originally posted by TG73:

Those are really great. My only hang-up was that you clipped his head in a few of the shots.


I cropped it like that on purpose.


And it looks awesome, very flattering.
03/05/2004 11:59:14 PM · #4
shooting down on kids tends to force a very unnatural perspective, making the head seem unnaturally larger than the body. This may actually be popular as it is also the view most parents have of their children...
03/05/2004 08:11:40 PM · #5
i like your shots, it captures the essence of the children. I always find with children (like a lot of others have posted) getting down at their level or lower encompasses and transforms the child as a real and beautiful thing and not just an image/portrait of a child. I would like to see you do some closeups on faces (teeth,dimples,etc.) If you have any post 'em.
Great Work!!
03/05/2004 05:30:15 PM · #6
Originally posted by Froober:

You've got some good shots there Terry :) You might want to try *ilovephotography.com forums* for guidance/feedback/ideas on portrait work. That site is geared primarily towards children's portraiture...though several amazing fine art portrait photogs participate there as well.

Good luck!

Great site, lots of information...thanks!
03/05/2004 11:57:59 AM · #7
Nice shots, try converting them to B&W, might be very interesting :)

Message edited by author 2004-03-05 11:58:27.
03/05/2004 11:51:10 AM · #8
You've got some good shots there Terry :) You might want to try *ilovephotography.com forums* for guidance/feedback/ideas on portrait work. That site is geared primarily towards children's portraiture...though several amazing fine art portrait photogs participate there as well.

Good luck!
03/05/2004 11:25:13 AM · #9
Great shots, Terry. And cute kids.
03/05/2004 08:09:06 AM · #10
They look really great! Like everyone else said, you captured their personalities. Great Job!

I'm still trying to calculate actual printing costs and researching all options. How do you provide the prints?
03/05/2004 07:50:40 AM · #11
Originally posted by TerryGee:

BTW, I just thought I'd report that the mom ordered her prints. She ordered 6 different poses with sizes varying from 8x10 to wallets.


That's awesome!!! If that isn't success I don't know what is. :)

Do you do nude sessions? I'm looking for something for the front of my Christmas cards next year. LOL!!! :) (just kidding, people!)
03/05/2004 07:50:00 AM · #12
Terry, I love the photos from your portrait session. You did such an awesome job with this. Any parent would be proud to have these pictures.

Congrats on the print purchases!!! :-)
03/05/2004 07:43:29 AM · #13
BTW, I just thought I'd report that the mom ordered her prints. She ordered 6 different poses with sizes varying from 8x10 to wallets.
03/02/2004 05:23:04 PM · #14
Originally posted by TerryGee:

I'm curious...I've heard from many now about not shooting down on the kids, but why?
I know you should never shoot anyone from below them as it is not flattering to see up their nose..lol
When I worked at a kids studio chain(picture people), one of the five set poses was a high angled shot looking down on them.
I would assume that these portrait studios test what angles sell best for parents.
I also personally think it adds to the smallness and cuteness of little kids.
So, what are the negatives?
Which photos in particular?
So besides being at their level, how should you shoot them?
Any examples would be appreciated.
Please don't take this as being mad, I am simply trying to see what others see. It's the best way to learn.


I don't think it's a matter of simply ruling OUT angles and what not. Any angle can be flattering, shooting people from below can be an awesome shot if done right, which just takes a few practice tries and knowing how to position the 'model's' bodies. There are awesome looking-down shots on kids, it's all in the photographer and all in the shot composition...a tight crop is a safe bet if you're particularly unsure..

Message edited by author 2004-03-02 17:24:06.
03/02/2004 05:05:25 PM · #15
I'm curious...I've heard from many now about not shooting down on the kids, but why?
I know you should never shoot anyone from below them as it is not flattering to see up their nose..lol
When I worked at a kids studio chain(picture people), one of the five set poses was a high angled shot looking down on them.
I would assume that these portrait studios test what angles sell best for parents.
I also personally think it adds to the smallness and cuteness of little kids.
So, what are the negatives?
Which photos in particular?
So besides being at their level, how should you shoot them?
Any examples would be appreciated.
Please don't take this as being mad, I am simply trying to see what others see. It's the best way to learn.
03/02/2004 04:50:54 PM · #16
Originally posted by TerryGee:

Originally posted by TG73:

Those are really great. My only hang-up was that you clipped his head in a few of the shots.


I cropped it like that on purpose.


And it looks awesome, very flattering.
03/02/2004 04:45:49 PM · #17
I will add to the "great work" notes.

The only thing I didn't like is some of the high angle shots, shooting downward. Nice lighting
03/02/2004 04:21:07 PM · #18
Originally posted by TG73:

Those are really great. My only hang-up was that you clipped his head in a few of the shots.


I cropped it like that on purpose.
03/02/2004 03:59:57 PM · #19
Those are really great. My only hang-up was that you clipped his head in a few of the shots.
03/02/2004 02:47:25 PM · #20
Originally posted by GoldBerry:

Originally posted by TerryGee:

Originally posted by timj351:

Thought I would share this photographer's website with you. Here it is. I love Kelsh's creativity and use of lighting. I found it to be very inspiring.

T


Those are cool...doubt I could have gotten anything like that, but they are very inspiring indeed.


Of course you can!!!! It's just a different style than what you used, it's not that you don't have the skill level. Different people look at different situations - well, differently! Kelsh's style is what I was referring to earlier.


Actually, while those shots are inspiring to a photographer, I don't think they are what the parents are looking for in a children's portraiture shoot.
Also, one hour is not a lot of time to capture those looks.
Some of those shots must have been an all day affair, waiting for the right "moment".
Of course my main goal is to please the parents and sell a lot.

BTW, I got an email today saying that the mom was thrilled and would have a tough time deciding on which to purchase. She is also going to send the link to her relatives. So all is good :)
03/02/2004 01:57:57 PM · #21
Originally posted by TerryGee:

Originally posted by timj351:

Thought I would share this photographer's website with you. Here it is. I love Kelsh's creativity and use of lighting. I found it to be very inspiring.

T


Those are cool...doubt I could have gotten anything like that, but they are very inspiring indeed.


Of course you can!!!! It's just a different style than what you used, it's not that you don't have the skill level. Different people look at different situations - well, differently! Kelsh's style is what I was referring to earlier.
03/02/2004 01:50:03 PM · #22
my only suggestion is to get more to their level so the shots are not "looking down" on them as much.

I love the composition and lighting in them though - parents must be pleased!
03/02/2004 01:10:27 PM · #23
Wow...certainly can tell this is a brother and sister team. Cute kids nicely photographed. Here are my fav's: 9597, 9582, 9630, & 9642.
03/01/2004 07:18:09 PM · #24
Originally posted by timj351:

Thought I would share this photographer's website with you. Here it is. I love Kelsh's creativity and use of lighting. I found it to be very inspiring.

T


Those are cool...doubt I could have gotten anything like that, but they are very inspiring indeed.
03/01/2004 05:48:22 PM · #25
Thought I would share this photographer's website with you. Here it is. I love Kelsh's creativity and use of lighting. I found it to be very inspiring.

T

Message edited by author 2004-03-01 17:50:51.
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