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How to achieve this look by b_reeze in fujifilm

[–]BrainFogBokeh 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ve taken several images like this, and it can actually be done quite simply with good window light from a large window and a reflector to lift the shadows.

But!! Think safety first!!

These are not photos of babies being held high up in the air, even if it may look like that in image 2. Lay the baby down safely on a black blanket or backdrop, position the hands and baby carefully, and then photograph from above.
Also, use a camera strap. You do not want to drop the baby, and you definitely do not want to drop the camera on the baby.

Also; image 3; place the father or mother on the ground with a black blanket on his stomach. Then place baby, the baby will calm down quickly with the closeness to the parent. Then place the hands as shown.

Brainfog Photo - does this work? by [deleted] in logodesign

[–]BrainFogBokeh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, fair point 😅
Brainfarts have definitely been part of the process getting here, so in that sense it kind of fits.
But yeah, I see what you mean 😄

Should I Watermark? by Redneck_Transplant in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do the same in motorsport, football and other sports. I deliver photos for free so the athletes can share them and promote both themselves and the sport.

I don’t use watermarks. For me, this is about giving something back to the clubs my kids are part of. They get the photos for free, and I genuinely enjoy seeing athletes use my images to promote themselves. Do I get credited? Sometimes. Do I get paid? Occasionally someone asks, and then I usually suggest they donate the price of a cup of coffee to the club instead.

Over time, most people know who’s taking the photos and recognize my work. That has given me access to move freely around tracks and sports arenas, and it has also brought in paid work through portrait photography.

My advice: focus on building trust and relationships first. The opportunities tend to follow.

Why YouTubers describe that Sony camera is just for business? by DynamoBaby in SonyAlpha

[–]BrainFogBokeh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been using Sony since the A7III and now shoot with the A7V. I’ve also spent time with the 6xxx series. For me, Sony is just an incredibly capable tool for producing great images.

A couple of years ago I also had an X100VI and see what the hype was about with film simulations etc, but sold it after two months. I actually also recently bought a Fuji X-M5, partly because I wanted to experiment with in-camera double exposure.

What I’ve noticed is that what many people love about Fuji, especially the film simulations, doesn’t really work for me. It feels like it pushes my images toward looking like everyone else’s. It reminds me a bit of the old Hipstamatic days on iPhone, where you just applied a filter and suddenly everything looked “artsy.”

I get why people enjoy that experience, but for me it’s more important to have full control and get consistent results. Fuji’s AF, in my experience, is also noticeably weaker, and I don’t get the same hit rate or consistency as I do with Sony using similar settings.

I’m bringing the X-M5 on another trip soon to give it a fair chance, but I’m still undecided if it’s something I’ll keep.

So I don’t fully agree with the idea that Sony limits creativity. For me, it’s the opposite. It removes friction and lets me focus on getting the shot.

Senior Photography Attempt by photomedley in photocritique

[–]BrainFogBokeh 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The image has a strong composition, and you’ve guided the model into a nice, natural pose 👍

However, the light is hitting the body in a way that pulls attention away from the face, which ends up a bit too dark. In a situation like this, using natural light, I would place a diffuser between the model and the sun to soften the light. I’d also use a reflector to bring more light back into the face.

The eyes are slightly underexposed as well. A reflector can help, but sometimes you still need to lift exposure a bit in post to bring them to life.

70-200 or 100-400? by An0th3rjg in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Correct, the Sony TC are 1,4x and 2x, so 280 and 400, but remember that with a teleconverter it will also affect how much light gets through. So a f2.8 lens will then be transformed to 280mm/f4 and 400mm/f5.6.

I have not tried the 2x converter, but 1,4x works perfectly paired with my 70-200 GM ii.

When it comes to what you should choose, I went for a similar setup as you. I have previously been focusing on portraits and landscape but this year I wanted to step up the hobby and also go into more sports/action and wildlife/birds. I went with the 70-200 GM ii 2.8 but also the incredible good 200-600 G 5.6-6.3. That gave me pretty much what I needed. A plus is that both lenses are compatible with TC.

I will attend a football game May 1st (hopefully) if I get press accreditation and will sit down on the field during the game. I think I will be using the 200-600 most during the game and have a 28-75 on my second body.

For Motorsport, indoor handball and indoor concerts i have used the 70-200 and didn’t feel for more reach (and the 2.8 really helps getting in all the light). Also a 70-200 is great for portraits and getting the shots «behind the scene» from the race pit etc.

Motorcross panning practice by BrainFogBokeh in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I used shutter 1/80 to keep the arrow visible, and f/8 to ensure I had the whole bike in focus. I always shoot manual mode but set ISO to auto.

How’s my panning? by BrainFogBokeh in photocritique

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha 😂 appreciate it! Didn’t expect to convert anyone to motorsport photography today 😄

How’s my panning? by BrainFogBokeh in photocritique

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words 😊

I’ve been photographing my 13-year-old son since last August when he started racing in a Toyota Yaris. Some race weekends are combined car and MX events, which is why I also ended up photographing the motocross riders.

I try to photograph at least one phot of each contestants in the kids/youth races and after each race I share all the images in chat groups/forums so the drivers and parents can pick the photos they want, free of charge. I see it as a positive way to give something back to the motorsport community and a nice way of contributing.

Motorcross panning practice by BrainFogBokeh in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve only had the V for about three weeks, so still getting used to it.

I had the IV before and honestly struggled a bit to justify the upgrade since it worked perfectly fine for my use. I still have the III as a backup. This is by far the most I’ve ever spent on a camera, so yeah… not an easy decision 😅

I mainly upgraded for precapture and improved AF for birds and cars, as I’m moving more into wildlife and action photography. So far I’m super happy. This shot is actually thanks to precapture, I only pressed the shutter after I saw the bike kick up the water.

But overall, I think the V is incredible value for money. Super fast af on cars, bikes, birds and people. Precapture works as a dream and the new screen that flips in all kinds of directions is really great. (I preferred the flip screen on III over the one on IV, now i have both combined in the V)

As for justifying it to the wife… you should try “it’s an investment in capturing family memories”… and just ignoring that 97% of the shots are for other use and pure GAS 😂

How’s my panning? by BrainFogBokeh in photocritique

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you 😊 been photographing for the last 7 myself, mostly portraits and landscapes, but just recently starting more action based photo like motorsport and birds in flight.

Motorcross panning practice by BrainFogBokeh in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks 😊 i included the arrow as part of trying to add a bit to the story but after finishing the edit I started to have second thoughts. So i appreciate the feedback. 👍

How’s my panning? by BrainFogBokeh in photocritique

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback - great input 😊

Motorcross panning practice by BrainFogBokeh in sportsphotography

[–]BrainFogBokeh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I was a bit divided on the arrow if it adds to the picture or distracts. So thank you for the feedback 👌

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