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
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.
My cat after a long day of helping me to grade papers. She gave them all ZzZzZzs.
Cape Kiwanda @ Pacific City, Oregon
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.
(should this be TIMG'd?)
Now they are dying.
(should this be TIMG'd?)
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...
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...
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...
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!