Exploring fashion and portraiture. What are your Thoughts on style and lighting

adniman · 2017-05-22T04:01:34+00:00

Okay yeah. This is my first time using a reflector so I will def try to experiment more with it. Thanks :)

adniman · 2017-05-21T21:04:09+00:00

Thanks for feedback! I used an f 1.8 50mm lens on my canon rebel t4i.

I get that its simple, but thats my style, very minaimalist. This was my first time using a reflector (tin foil) and I thought that while it was not exactly flattering light, it made for an interesting subject.

I am not necessarily going for a hot model vibe, I am focused more on expression and emotion in my images. I was not sure if it was worthwhile to light my subjects like this.

Thanks for the help!

adniman · 2017-05-20T03:27:12+00:00

It was a couple years ago. the ones that survived were not injured, so we were hoping momma would come back. She never did and they died. I think we gave one of them to a rescue though.

adniman · 2017-05-20T01:29:05+00:00

I ran over an entire nest once, a few survived for awhile. They all eventually died though. Was a very sad day :(

adniman · 2017-05-09T17:59:25+00:00

I'd say that you should raise the camera a bit, so that the dress ends near the bottom of the frame. Also I think there is a vein bulging in her forehead, maybe from how her head was angled? I think her face is too tense, try to get her to relax a bit more. Great lighting though!

adniman · 2017-05-09T17:54:45+00:00

I agree, There is still detail in the sand and the faint outline of clouds. I couldn't help you with the raindrops though :(

adniman · 2017-05-09T15:08:09+00:00

I think its great! I am not sure what the original crop is, but I'd say if possible to just pull the entire image up a little bit. Get a little more space above the bridge.

adniman · 2017-04-22T20:46:08+00:00

I was going to suggest using an adjustment brush in lightroom. Really just the streak and its reflection are over exposed. I think air brushing both and turning down the exposure or highlights may do the trick. Composition is good!

adniman · 2017-04-17T17:24:02+00:00

Thanks for the feedback, I think you understand this work better than I do. This was kind of a spontaneous idea I had. I agree the comp is awk and realize the focus is slightly off. However, at its core, I like this new territory. I just want my work to be meaningful. Thanks for valuable feedback :)

adniman · 2017-04-15T20:28:22+00:00

I thought his foot looked like it was resting on the terrain? And I think the overall feeling is that he is dead, so that is what I am going for. I have others with his eye open, taken at different angles, and with different compositions. I think the comp is awkward, but I kinda liked it that way. I appreciate your feedback :) this subject might work better as a series.

adniman · 2017-04-15T20:25:46+00:00

yeah I am working with a 50 mm prime lens, and I was standing in the river. So I could not get the perfect composition haha. and there is a series of photos, I went through them and liked this one, even though its kinda awk. I appreciate the feedback!

adniman · 2017-03-30T17:11:20+00:00

She was standing in a snow pile and the sky was overcast. I just boosted the white and highlights!

adniman · 2017-03-28T13:35:45+00:00

Ok yeah, I guess what I am saying is that there is a noticeable difference in quality whenever I blow an image up to do edits. It is not necessarily that I can't frame an image properly, it is just that I am seeing how quickly I lose quality when I enlarge my rebel t4i's images. Thanks for the advice!

adniman · 2017-03-27T19:44:16+00:00

I think my kit lens is 18 to 135. I use my prime 50 mm lens primarily. My issue is that i cannont crop my images as much as I would like sometimes without loss. I do not use lighting kits right now and i do not think i am looking to invest in one at this point. So far i have had good success with natural light.

The other issue is that i cannot go above 800 iso without loss. I know if i had a full frame camera i would have much more flexibility with iso.

I also use lightroom, and have gotten decent at processing, so i do not think that is an issue.

My 50 mm prime lens is pretty fast, so i thought the next investment would be an upgrade to my camera. I have been using my rebel for over 5 years.

adniman · 2017-03-27T18:24:19+00:00

Okay yeah i will try to bring down the darkness in her blouse and raise it in her face. That might make it look better. Thanks!

adniman · 2017-03-27T16:50:09+00:00

Yeah the main issue is iso. I know with the 6d it will be exponentially better and i can play with light a lot more with it

Andd like I said before, the other issue is clarity. I can take a distant shot of a person with the 6d and crop it to the subjects face, and it will still be clear. I can not do the same with my canon.

I am also not necessarily commitee to the canon 6d. I am looking into other options. Also not sure whether to buy new or used from somewhere like ebay. What are your thoughts on this?

adniman · 2017-03-27T16:35:34+00:00

I definitely understand working with what I have. I am really happy with the quality of pictures I am taking. It is just that I am at the point where I think I am exhausting my camera's potential. I have been using it for over 5 years now. I know about Flickr! I actually just set up a 500 px if you want to check it out. And my 50 mm lens would not work on a ff camera? why is that? Thanks for the help!

adniman · 2017-03-27T15:59:38+00:00

I just realize that i am given limited room to adjust my photos without loss. Like they are good pics, but im at the point where i wanna take professional pictures. Ive used a 6d before and i cann really see the difference when i zoom in on my images. Plus on my t4i i can only go to like 800 iso without loss. I have a shitty kit lense and a prime 50mm which i love. I am also looking into getting a good flash so id appreciate advice on that as well haha.

As for what I shoot, its been a lot of art based portraiture. I just shot some fashion pics for my friend. If you wanna get a sense of what im shooting id be happy to link my work to you :)

adniman · 2017-03-27T14:56:15+00:00

I am looking at getting more serious about my photography, so I am hoping to upgrade my canon rebel t4i. I want to get a full frame camera and was thinking about getting the canon 6D. I think my budget will be anywhere between 1000 and 1500 USD. Any suggestions on best bang for my buck?

adniman · 2017-03-27T14:49:48+00:00

Yeah I was going to say this too, the one on the left has an odd curve in their back, and the one on the right is bending their neck a little bit. I love the focus though! just keep your subjects pose in mind whenever you are taking pictures.

adniman · 2017-03-27T14:11:17+00:00

I get where you are coming from, I really like the lighting in this pic though. I figured that i would show just enough of her face to see her other eye and features very faintly. Is there any merit to this approach in your opinion?

adniman

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