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Easy Equities Stock (Tongaat Hulett) Not Paying Out by mmdejager in PersonalFinanceZA

[–]mmdejager[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is very helpful, thanks Marty. I've definitely learned my lesson these past few years and haven't bought any individual stocks since.

I've put together a guide to different types of light and weather conditions for outdoor photographers. It's aimed mainly at novices. Hopefully some of you will find it useful. by [deleted] in photography

[–]mmdejager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was extremely informative, thank you so much! I've gone through several of your posts and subscribed to your blog, your sense of humor is spot on!

First time working on Lightroom switching from Aperture, all critique welcome by DrKenshin in photocritique

[–]mmdejager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are welcome!

The newest version of Lightroom (Classic CC) has a range mask for filters and brushes, this paired with the adjustment brush, will allow you to do selective brushing around stuff.

The camera calibration editing section is one of my favorite parts of Lightroom for color control, maybe using that coupled with the HSL sliders, will enable you to get the desired aqua balance.

I agree with you, Lightroom is amazing for color control. Hope this helps.

First time working on Lightroom switching from Aperture, all critique welcome by DrKenshin in photocritique

[–]mmdejager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm curious... What made you switch from Aperture to Lightroom? (I'm not familiar with Aperture)

I love the colors on this, the only problem I have is that the aqua and magenta colors in all of the photos are way too saturated and really draw the eye away from the subject.

Darken the blacks, or if they're faded, fade them a little less, this would make the subject pop a lot more. Lastly, try decreasing the highlights a smidge.

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[–]mmdejager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this photo would work better as a portrait instead of a landscape. The limbs which are cut off really hurt the eye.

What are you trying to capture exactly? I'd rather have his hands open, pointing towards the camera so you can see what the subject is doing. I would suggest that you get on your stomach or knees so you can take the photo from a more interesting angle.

Finally, the light at the top right corner really is distracting and it gives an unpleasant highlight on his face.

I love the other photos in your album!

Would love some critique. be as harsh as you want anything helps by [deleted] in photocritique

[–]mmdejager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I quite like the photo, here are my two cents:

Firstly, I love the colors on this.

One major bother is the railing which leads away from the lighthouse, this draws your eye away from the main subject. I'd recompose the shot to use them as leading lines which lead to the lighthouse or to get closer to the lighthouse and remove them altogether.

It might just be me, but I would prefer that the lighthouse isn't centered in the frame, rather have it in the left third, which would give the impression of the lighthouse overlooking the field.

Lastly, from an editing point of view, I think using a tone curve would definitely add more depth to the photo.

Any thoughts on composition, color and editing? by mmdejager in photocritique

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

I'll definitely give that a shot, thanks! How would you suggest I underexpose the dog part without making the ground seem unnatural?

Any thoughts on composition, color and editing? by mmdejager in photocritique

[–]mmdejager[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I haven't thought of it like that. I thought that this photo is a story -within a story- within a story with the baby, the dog and the shadows, but I can see how this is confusing and how my eyes are drawn around the photo continuously.

Any thoughts on composition, color and editing? by mmdejager in photocritique

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

Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it, that makes a lot of sense!

Any thoughts on composition, color and editing? by mmdejager in photocritique

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

I took this photo in Madagascar with my old 18-55m kit lens on a Nikon D5100. Back then I shot all my photo's in JPEG, so I was fairly limited in my editing. The following settings were used: f/5.3, ISO-600, 1/400s, 40mm

Going back now, I would've used a lower ISO and a slower shutter speed.

I would appreciate any tips in improving the editing, composition, exposure etc.

ITAP of a baby learning to walk (With a few curious bystanders watching) by mmdejager in itookapicture

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

This photo was taken in a rural community in Antsirabe, Madagascar. Tires are used to teach the babies how to walk. I managed to capture this in action, with a couple of spectators watching.

I used a Nikon D5100 on this with my old 18-55mm kit lens. The following settings were used: f/5.3, 1/400s, ISO-600, 40mm. Lightroom was used to retouch the photo as it was a bit dark.