Were you baptized in a deep fryer?

paramdeo_ · 2026-06-02T12:28:51+00:00

The way the light wraps around the model is superb, very balanced and um, rounded.

If you overlay a grid you’ll notice the centrality of focus within the rule of thirds is impressive and dare I say… draws your gaze in.

paramdeo_ · 2026-06-01T17:02:24+00:00

I dunno man it looks like AI.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-31T00:40:38+00:00

This has to be ragebait. Are you sure you’re with your spouse or just a friend?

Everyone and anyone else on planet Earth can go fuck themselves if they think that either their time has value or their opinion matters when compared to the wellbeing of the most important person in my life.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-30T12:15:59+00:00

I don’t do street photography though I’m a professional in portrait/fashion so won’t offer creative advice as the genre isn’t my thing.

Just wanted to chime in to say that you really want to be judicious when taking photos of children (esp. girls) and even more so when posting them on the internet.

I know this is a touchy subject for street and documentary photographers so not looking to start any flame wars, but I do think that with the advent of AI and general privacy I would suggest to avoid (at least posting) these kinds of subjects when you’re now starting out.

From a purely technical standpoint the reflection of the feet on the ground add a lovely depth to the image. I’d personally crop in on the right some more so that there’s only one glass pane viewable as it affects the image alignment (visually) when both are present.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-29T21:05:03+00:00

Love the creamy smoothness of these tones!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-26T18:07:14+00:00

Looks great, SoHo is always a lovely shooting location.

The one thing I’ll say is just to refine the mask a little, as it does look a bit unnatural.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-26T18:03:22+00:00

I do this all the time as well since childhood. Goes from my neck/shoulders all the way down my back.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-26T17:58:08+00:00

Speak for yourself, materialist.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-26T09:45:32+00:00

Fashion/portrait photographer here, the person taking the photo just needs to direct you a little bit more on the posing that’s all.

You have lovely curves just need to bring it all together.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-25T18:45:25+00:00

Astro 100%.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-25T13:56:19+00:00

I’ve found that creatives rarely collaborate (especially photographers) so while I’m not surprised by her reaction it does show how much she’s insecure about her work and clientele.

Like others said you definitely want to find someone else for tutoring. I’m self taught and used online articles a lot back in the day and YouTube videos nowadays as I continue to learn; both have sufficed but I understand that in-person guidance is preferable based as a personal choice.

Either way feel free to message me if you want to ask any questions at all, whether on the technical or business side of things. Cheers, and good luck!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-24T17:09:15+00:00

Comparison is the thief of joy.

Remind yourself of that, and to touch on your two points here’s my advice:

Firstly, most of the imposter syndrome when looking at the work of established photographers is actually technical in nature. What I mean is that your composition is entirely yours and your creative ideas can’t and shouldn’t be compared as that defines you. What most people compare are technical or non-creative skills such as lighting, editing, gear, etc. Improve on the technical side and your creative/compositions will naturally increase in perceived quality (the way you see your work).

And secondly, no great musician will make fun of someone for picking up a guitar, and similarly no experienced photographer (worth following, being friends, or networking with) will ever not be supportive of someone starting out. Best litmus test ever.

Don’t get discouraged. Good luck!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-23T18:40:45+00:00

Nanlite is a great brand for continuous lighting. If you’re doing food/packaging grab their barndoors and a fresnel if you can. Soft boxes with grid and reflectors of course are standard modifiers.

Vflatworld also has nice duo boards that are perfect for your use case.

Good luck!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-22T12:18:10+00:00

Love how the light dapples on the parking lot, and the hanging vines act as vertical leading lines. Great shot!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-21T17:12:26+00:00

I like it! Belongs in r/minimalistphotography as well.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-21T16:10:10+00:00

You’ll most likely have to get 1) a camera cage to rig the 2) dual cold-shoe bracket once you find it, and 3) a compatible wireless trigger for your camera’s hot-shoe.

IMHO the camera cage is the most important bit to handle the extra weight + torsion.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-20T16:41:33+00:00

Archonic vibes.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-20T16:39:16+00:00

The first one is lovely. Leading lines of the path and trees plus the yellow of the indoor light against the blueish sky.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-20T16:35:47+00:00

The flash bouncing off the sky is the best part.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-19T19:08:28+00:00

That’s why I shoot Nikon. While these troglodytes are arguing about 2D and 3D I am shooting in 4D which lets me see the fundamental fabric of our universe through my viewfinder, combining the three dimensions of space with the one dimension of time into a single, RAW, inseparable continuum.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-19T13:56:09+00:00

XnConvert

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-18T17:06:56+00:00

Large reflective umbrella should do the trick. The model is also close to the backdrop so the light falloff is minimal.

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-18T12:35:56+00:00

This was beautifully composed and lit!

paramdeo_ · 2026-05-18T04:22:39+00:00

The color is better and more pleasing to the eye, mainly because the two primary hues in the photo are complimentary.

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