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Jan 29, 2014 20:47:42 #
I see topics on techniques to get that "perfect" shot on the Hog. No doubt they have improved my shots tremendously. I try all the tips I can. One thread I haven't seen is a list of favorite tricks. Do you have one that works well for you? Feel free to post photos to help show what you do.
Here's mine,
I love to set up six feet away from a flower and shoot with a telephoto lens to get the full depth of the wildflowers bloom in focus. The problem is the wind never cooperated with me and it was frustrating to try and get it right. I saw a TV program that the photographer used a microphone stand with an arm to hold the stem of the flower still. This trick works wonderfully. I just didn't think it was allowed to do something like that if you wanted to get a "professional" shot. I'll say it so you don't have too... DUHH!
Here's mine,
I love to set up six feet away from a flower and shoot with a telephoto lens to get the full depth of the wildflowers bloom in focus. The problem is the wind never cooperated with me and it was frustrating to try and get it right. I saw a TV program that the photographer used a microphone stand with an arm to hold the stem of the flower still. This trick works wonderfully. I just didn't think it was allowed to do something like that if you wanted to get a "professional" shot. I'll say it so you don't have too... DUHH!
Jan 29, 2014 20:55:20 #
It's not so much a Duh as, why didn't I think of that. Hindsight is crystal clear and NOTHING is sacred if it helps you get the shot you want.
Jan 29, 2014 21:39:52 #
I had a "duh" moment on UHH when I read for the first time (of several that followed) the suggestion to use a water bottle mister to put "rain" drops on the flowers before shooting :)
Jan 29, 2014 21:59:31 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I had a "duh" moment on UHH when I read for the first time (of several that followed) the suggestion to use a water bottle mister to put "rain" drops on the flowers before shooting :)
And put just a bit of glyserin in the water to make it bead up better...
Jan 30, 2014 03:48:29 #
capsar050 wrote:
I see topics on techniques to get that "perfe... (show quote)
Look here:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home/search?N=0&InitialSearch=yes&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search&Ntt=Plamp
Jan 30, 2014 07:22:01 #
Use a flash when the air moves the flower - more often than not the flash will freeze the movement
Jan 30, 2014 08:15:20 #
I always carry lollipops,party favors and stickers in my camera bag (among other things) often the promise of a prize will keep a crabby ring bearer/flower girl smiling through the formals. or will have you with a very grateful set of parents on your hands for that one toddler who is whimpering through the ceremony..just hand it to the person on the end of the pew and give them the pass it down motion. My assistant always has pockets loaded. also having an assistant who is a good "clown" to stand behind you and act silly is a lifesaver...for some reason falling down works best..or acting like he's being attacked by an invisible assailant...Those little ones can make or break your shot.
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Jan 30, 2014 10:05:59 #
When taking pics of young children try "barking" or "meeowing" as this will always get them to look in your direction
Jan 30, 2014 10:07:19 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I had a "duh" moment on UHH when I read for the first time (of several that followed) the suggestion to use a water bottle mister to put "rain" drops on the flowers before shooting :)
I remember that, Linda :) We learn as we go. I had not a clue about RAW when I first entered the hog. Got many helpful replies from those 'in the know', and appreciate their help. We never get to the point where we can't learn more. Have a great day.
Jan 30, 2014 10:17:01 #
With kids, I carry a spare flash that I fire just prior to the actual photo. Kid's (and many adult's) smiles will increase after they think the picture has been taken. Makes for far more natural poses.
Jan 30, 2014 10:26:14 #
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Jan 30, 2014 10:33:42 #
capsar050 wrote:
Brad, this is somewhat off-topic but you do know that it's magnification that controls DOF not FL. ... I love to set up six feet away from a flower and shoot with a telephoto lens to get the full depth of the wildflowers bloom in focus. ....
That is to say that a lens of 50mm @ 5ft will offer the same FOV and the same DOF as a 100mm @ 10ft.
Jan 30, 2014 11:17:36 #
capsar050 wrote:
I see topics on techniques to get that "perfe... (show quote)
For Macro or close up photos, small clothes pins work great for clipping a couple or more stems together or to keep unwanted plants out of the way. a small plastic trash bag to kneel on to keep your clothes clean and a knee pad for kneeling on rocks.
Jan 30, 2014 12:21:59 #
two unusual things I carry in my bag are black electrical tape and green dental floss
Jan 30, 2014 12:24:07 #
capsar050 wrote:
I see topics on techniques to get that "perfe... (show quote)
Actually the phrase you use in your first paragraph;"favorite tricks" brings up quite a few hits in search. Of course it does not bring up this thread since neither "favorite" or "tricks" is in your title.
The phrase "helpful hints" does bring this up.
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