My photos are dull
Jan 31, 2015 13:29:16 #
Nosaj wrote:
Here's a very slightly cropped edited version done with MS Photo Gallery - the kindergarten of all post-processing tools!
i have one more too add hope you get some ideas
Jan 31, 2015 13:58:07 #
Genessi wrote:
Like this!!
As other here have already said...first, learn to use your camera. Practice a lot. Learn to use the histogram on your camera to improve exposure. I always (or at least whenever possible) bracket my shots to be sure I have an exposure that will work. Shoot in raw regardless of how many "bad" photos you toss. Then, learn your software. That, too, takes lots of practice. There's lots of software to choose from. I like Lightroom because it is very intuitive and easy to learn, and because the results are almost always satisfying. Costs +/- $150 depending on where you buy it. Nik software (plugins or stand alone) by Google is also around $150 and adds some nice editing tools and capabilities. The important thing is finding editing software that you are comfortable using. Try many. Most have free trial periods, or free software with limited capacity so that you can experiment.
Jan 31, 2015 14:16:28 #
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Jan 31, 2015 17:19:00 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
Thank you..I think all read my manuel instead of taking photos. Lol
jimmya wrote:
You may want to do what I've done. Go into your menus and boost your in camera contrast by a couple of notches.
That's helped me.
That's helped me.
Jan 31, 2015 17:21:13 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
I guess should have tried my I Photo edit..
htsmith wrote:
I use Photoshop to fix photos if they need it.
Jan 31, 2015 17:22:11 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
HaHaHa !! You mean beginner..
johneccles wrote:
They are not that bad, from a Canon that is.
Jan 31, 2015 17:37:24 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
Thank you cogerox. I don't even no what bracket means.. I am gonna read the book that I purchased for the SL1.. I do want to shot in raw, Need to figure how to do that and also start off with picasso or lightroom.. I guess I could have fixed my shots with my little I photo app, but was more interested in inproving the photo quality and you have given me great info..
cogerox wrote:
As other here have already said...first, learn to ... (show quote)
Jan 31, 2015 17:39:10 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
I like this too. where do I get this kindergarten software.
joe west wrote:
i have one more too add hope you get some ideas
Jan 31, 2015 17:50:02 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
Very nice...What did you use?
Stash wrote:
Here is my attempt.
1. Increased brightness
2. Added color to the water
3. Removed background objects
4. Tweaked sharpness
1. Increased brightness
2. Added color to the water
3. Removed background objects
4. Tweaked sharpness
Jan 31, 2015 18:02:11 #
Jan 31, 2015 18:02:58 #
Genessi
Loc: SoCal
Thank you, wouldn't that make it darker
Kerry Smith wrote:
A good polaririzing lens would have been a pluse to start with
Jan 31, 2015 23:02:04 #
I double downloaded your second shot and you certainly did focus on the eye! These are really good photos, Genessi; just need a little lightening.
Jan 31, 2015 23:03:01 #
And I forgot to say...that's a really good shot of my favorite critter..squirrels!
Jan 31, 2015 23:37:09 #
Genessi wrote:
Photographs don't pop..Trying to focus on eyes. Canon SL1, Tamron 16-300
This was a quick fix in Photo Gallery. Not the be$$$t but it's free & it's easy.
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