RickyG
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I did a photoshoot of my friend today. Starting to work on my photography skills again. All photographs were taken with a Nikon D40. Comments and criticism please.
A friends photoshoot
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AllGOnoSHOW
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I am a photography noob so I can't give you any advice or CC but I love the pics man. Great job!
turbo_911
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nice pics great job
but one some pics electric wires that are behind are kind of disturbing
see if you can remove then in photoshop
also do you have external flash? try to use that too, so the subject wold stand out more (meaning if you don't have umbrellas or soft boxes)
but one some pics electric wires that are behind are kind of disturbing
see if you can remove then in photoshop
also do you have external flash? try to use that too, so the subject wold stand out more (meaning if you don't have umbrellas or soft boxes)
all right, well im no photographer, i have taken a photography class in college and Graphic design does deal with initial set up like in photography. here are some thoughts.
-well number 5 is definitely your best
- all or most of your photos have the central focal point as your "friend." this is a common beginner set up, but putting the main "thing" in the dead center is often considered boring, try placing the main focus slightly away from the center.
-negative space (background space) the background is just as important as the foreground. In no. 7 her head is placed a little high making the negative space awkward and the focal point is her neck. Its all about balancing out a shot, say the majority of the "thing" is on the left, then the right side background must have something that balances it out (other thing, space, something to balance it out)
- Lighting, lighting can make or break any photo... overall you did really good, just know at all times where your light source is and what it is focusing on. (also where the shadows form)
-these are the major things that people often forget or overlook so remember these they will make all the difference.
-overall A grade, your pics are good, things that should be in focus are and you illustrated great poses from your "friend". Your by far above the level off most people, but keep at it even the greats find room for improvement.
Like i said im no photographer, but these are some major things any professional will take into consider when critiquing your work.
Good job
-well number 5 is definitely your best
- all or most of your photos have the central focal point as your "friend." this is a common beginner set up, but putting the main "thing" in the dead center is often considered boring, try placing the main focus slightly away from the center.
-negative space (background space) the background is just as important as the foreground. In no. 7 her head is placed a little high making the negative space awkward and the focal point is her neck. Its all about balancing out a shot, say the majority of the "thing" is on the left, then the right side background must have something that balances it out (other thing, space, something to balance it out)
- Lighting, lighting can make or break any photo... overall you did really good, just know at all times where your light source is and what it is focusing on. (also where the shadows form)
-these are the major things that people often forget or overlook so remember these they will make all the difference.
-overall A grade, your pics are good, things that should be in focus are and you illustrated great poses from your "friend". Your by far above the level off most people, but keep at it even the greats find room for improvement.
Like i said im no photographer, but these are some major things any professional will take into consider when critiquing your work.
Good job
RickyG
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Thanks guys. Thank you for your input Mr. Hollow, I feel stupid over looking those things. I usually focus alot on my composition. I guess shooting a person made me over look that. Thank you again for the comments so far.
*Numbering the photos helps for commenting.
#5 is by far the best of the group, but I also like #7.
You must pay attention to the background of the images. All of the other pictures have some sort of "clutter" behind the subject (road, power lines, etc). They distract from the subject and ruin the overall composition. I'd frame tighter for portraits to keep the focus on your subject, but that's just me.
Good job on exposure and color. Some of them look a bit cool, but I prefer a bit of a warm tint.
#5 is by far the best of the group, but I also like #7.
You must pay attention to the background of the images. All of the other pictures have some sort of "clutter" behind the subject (road, power lines, etc). They distract from the subject and ruin the overall composition. I'd frame tighter for portraits to keep the focus on your subject, but that's just me.
Good job on exposure and color. Some of them look a bit cool, but I prefer a bit of a warm tint.
Quicksilvercord
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In my opinion she looks forced or uncomfortable in several of the pictures. Number 3 being the most "forced". Over all good job.
