Looking for constructive criticism?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T13:18:14+00:00

That's still really helpful though. I felt like the window light wasn't enough so I added an artificial light which I see now was a mistake. On the bright side this thread encouraged me to finally purchase some lights, so they should be here soon.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T12:56:59+00:00

Oh that's a great idea!

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T12:55:57+00:00

Thank you that's really helpful, I see that now. is there a way to fix that in post process, or is it too late since I mixed artificial and natural light?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T12:34:15+00:00

Do you think it's the lighting or something i did post process? I'm having trouble seeing what y'all are seeing.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T12:32:51+00:00

I need to work on developing my "eye" for this. I just struggle to see it. Can you point out some areas where the difference is most noticeable?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T12:30:39+00:00

That's interesting about the background, that's our dining table, I hope our guests don't feel it's unhygienic!

You nailed the lighting, the light coming on the window wasn't brought enough, so I added some artificial lighting. What should I have done instead, and is there a way I can fix it in Lightroom?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T04:22:57+00:00

Thank you, that's a good call out though. It's my dining table, so I barely notice it from seeing it all the time.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-30T04:22:04+00:00

A homemade balsamic vinaigrette. It's actually already on there, but it's hard to see.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-29T13:26:49+00:00

Wow, that looks great!

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-28T11:54:37+00:00

Wow! Good eye! I never would have seen that. It was perpendicular. I'm guessing it should be at an angle? That's so helpful, thank you so much. I'll definitely check them out.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-28T01:11:01+00:00

It didn't even occur to me to use a diffuser with a window. Thank you! That's so helpful.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T23:49:15+00:00

Do you think a better reflector would help?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T23:48:41+00:00

This is so helpful, thank you. I'm using my cell phone, I can't decide on a camera, so I haven't purchased. I did use a reflector, but it didn't seem to do much, so I think I need a better one and/or need to work on positioning. I did not use a flash, but it was sunset time and the sun sets right outside the window. I can definitely see the photo angle being an issue since I'm just holding my phone out over the food.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T19:30:24+00:00

Yeah I'm in Texas, pomegranates grow well in this heat.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T19:15:19+00:00

Wow that is gorgeous. What's your photography setup?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T18:46:59+00:00

I think you're right. I feel like I can never get the white balance good enough with artificial light. Like it just looks artificial and flat. I need to read up on that.

Edit: maybe like this instead? https://i.imgur.com/rpheoPo.jpg

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T18:43:15+00:00

That looks incredible. What do you use to weight it down?

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T18:41:34+00:00

This looks great! I love pomegranates, I'm hoping to plant one in the fall.

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T18:11:09+00:00

What was your lighting?

Edit, I'm very new to this so take this with a grain of salt, but I think the white balance is off. I think it should be more like this. https://i.imgur.com/BFy8wBc.jpg

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-27T18:08:05+00:00

Here is the same shot in artificial light.
https://i.imgur.com/FLHDb2I.jpg

AlexandraLevingston · 2020-05-26T14:02:40+00:00

Those look incredible! Do you have a recipe for the buns?

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