Just a self-portrait I did. I wanted the light just right to create some sort of look, I'm not sure what to call it. I tried to get my right ear light just the right way, I think it worked out great. Image is Clickable.
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Just a self-portrait I did. I wanted the light just right to create some sort of look, I'm not sure what to call it. I tried to get my right ear light just the right way, I think it worked out great. Image is Clickable.
The light source seems to be coming from underneath you, and make your nose cast a weird shadow. How did you set up your lighting?
Here's one of my most recent, playing with my Sigma 50mm f1.4
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Here's one of my most recent, playing with my Sigma 50mm f1.4
I should have taken a picture of the setup. I did this in my garage. My lighting consisted of a simple, tall floor lamp. You are correct, I had the light leaned up against my lawnmower handle. I don't have any professional lighting equipment, so I had to improvise. I know the picture isn't perfect, but it worked well enough for me.
If it works for you, then good. =) By the way, getting an external flash (one that can swivel the flash head for bouncing) will greatly improve your lighting in these situations.
It's a tough job.
My cat after a long day of helping me to grade papers. She gave them all ZzZzZzs.
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My cat after a long day of helping me to grade papers. She gave them all ZzZzZzs.
Cape Kiwanda @ Pacific City, Oregon
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Model: NIKON D50
ISO: 200
Exposure: 1/800 sec
Aperture: 10.0
Focal Length: 18mm
Model: NIKON D50
ISO: 200
Exposure: 1/800 sec
Aperture: 10.0
Focal Length: 18mm
Once upon a few days ago there was a patch of mushrooms.
Now they are dying.
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(should this be TIMG'd?)
Now they are dying.
(should this be TIMG'd?)
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Model: NIKON D50
ISO: 200
Exposure: 1/800 sec
Aperture: 10.0
Focal Length: 18mm
This is a lovely shot, great light and tone and the swirl in the sand adds a bit of interest.
(has your P&S project come to an end now ?)
Camera: Pentax K10D
Exposure: 0.8
Aperture: f/14.0
Focal Length: 18 mm
ISO Speed: 100
P.S I'm going to need to make an effort to visit this thread more often this month
This is a pub in Derbyshire which hasn't changed since, oh, about 1750. Had a few beers there a couple of nights ago, with a handful of people and dogs (more dogs than people, I think), and I got a snap of the landlord in a quiet moment before opening time...
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This is a pub in Derbyshire which hasn't changed since, oh, about 1750. Had a few beers there a couple of nights ago, with a handful of people and dogs (more dogs than people, I think), and I got a snap of the landlord in a quiet moment before opening time...
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what character this pic and place has...
Today is my birthday so no taking great pictures haha I need a break lol
Lets get some C&C on this one!!
He's Got The Look
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Lets get some C&C on this one!!
He's Got The Look
Thanks...and well, actually the point 'n shoot "project" isn't really done... it's just that I got a bit sidetracked. I'll get back to boring folks with the 'snaps' shortly...
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Camera: Pentax K10D
Exposure: 0.8
Aperture: f/14.0
Focal Length: 18 mm
ISO Speed: 100
P.S I'm going to need to make an effort to visit this thread more often this month
I second that! You've been creating some beautiful color shots lately, and seem to have a way with the light. I also am a fan of your b/w work, like this one. Keep sharing them with us... please!