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Jun 13, 2013 09:18:28 #
I have an oppertunity to supply a local mid-scale restaruant with photos for wall hangings. The owner's request is for photos of local historical buldings and landmarks. He would prefer these photos be finished in Sepia to replicate old photos.
I am basically a pet, sports and nature photographer but I'm sure with a little google help I can get the required shots to capture the look he wants.
My request of my fellow hoggers is that maybe some of you out there may have experience in this genre' and offer some hints or advice.
I am basically a pet, sports and nature photographer but I'm sure with a little google help I can get the required shots to capture the look he wants.
My request of my fellow hoggers is that maybe some of you out there may have experience in this genre' and offer some hints or advice.
Jun 13, 2013 09:25:52 #
Jimbo9948 wrote:
I have an oppertunity to supply a local mid-scale ... (show quote)
I have done that occasionally in Adobe Photoshop. If you don't have the program, perhaps a simple filter is all you need. See the link below:
http://photography.about.com/od/developingandprinting/a/Sepia.htm
Jun 13, 2013 09:30:26 #
Which camera do you have? Many digital cameras have a filter function used internally to the camera. A sepia filter is often included in the mix.
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Jun 13, 2013 09:31:01 #
I would imagine almost any photo editing software would have a sepia filter setting. Personally, I think the main thing is not to over-do it. Some sepia settings can take it to an almost gaudy orange hue. Keep it light.
Jun 13, 2013 09:33:15 #
bunuweld wrote:
I have done that occasionally in Adobe Photoshop. If you don't have the program, perhaps a simple filter is all you need. See the link below:
http://photography.about.com/od/developingandprinting/a/Sepia.htm
http://photography.about.com/od/developingandprinting/a/Sepia.htm
I can get the Sepia part, I'm looking for hints as to composure and framing etc.
Jun 13, 2013 09:34:40 #
nitrophil wrote:
Which camera do you have? Many digital cameras have a filter function used internally to the camera. A sepia filter is often included in the mix.
Nikon D-7000. Widest available lens is 18mm
Jun 13, 2013 09:39:00 #
I like getting older buildings with the mature trees in the foreground, most new buildings do not have good landscaping or landscaping with charcther
Jun 13, 2013 09:50:13 #
Joecosentino wrote:
I like getting older buildings with the mature trees in the foreground, most new buildings do not have good landscaping or landscaping with charcther
Fortunatly one of the requested buldings does have mature trees in the foreground, perhaps too many to get the complete front view at 18mm
Jun 13, 2013 09:55:29 #
Jimbo9948 wrote:
I have an oppertunity to supply a local mid-scale ... (show quote)
Congrats Jim and can't offer advise, but can't wait to see what you end up with :) Sounds very exciting :)
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Jun 13, 2013 10:02:29 #
lighthouse
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Is he buying them off you, or is he commissioning you to take them, or is he telling you what to take and then letting you hang them there while he pays you nothing?
Jimbo9948 wrote:
I have an oppertunity to supply a local mid-scale ... (show quote)
Jun 13, 2013 10:03:37 #
Joecosentino wrote:
I like getting older buildings with the mature trees in the foreground, most new buildings do not have good landscaping or landscaping with charcther
I agree. Architecture and nature look great together in photos. Also, you may consider peeking in other downtown establishments that display similar art work. Not to copy them, but to get your creative juices flowing. Do you know of an interesting-looking bench, fountain, statue, etc. that's off the beaten path? Really old post office buildings, court houses and the like will remind folks of the old days. Does your town have those old, ornate parking meters? Think of capturing something that people will recognize but that will not be there forever...
Then to make them interesting, think of how you would frame your nature photos and do the same. Make sure all unnecessary stuff is out of frame. No trash cans or light poles. Make sure the light is interesting (morning or evening) and your buildings don't lean! Good luck and congratulations!!!
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Jun 13, 2013 10:12:05 #
lighthouse wrote:
Is he buying them off you, or is he commissioning you to take them, or is he telling you what to take and then letting you hang them there while he pays you nothing?
The majority of the cost is in framing and matting. He will supply that. I will supply the photos and they will be hung in the dining areas along with my business information and offered for sale. All sale proceeds will go to me (less the cost of the framing). As photos sell they will be replaced and again displayed.
Jun 13, 2013 10:14:19 #
LLucas wrote:
I agree. Architecture and nature look great togeth... (show quote)
Thanks! some neat ideas. Actually there is an old courthouse building on the list and very accessable. That along with an old train station are my first subjects.
Jun 13, 2013 10:26:05 #
Jimbo9948 wrote:
Thanks! some neat ideas. Actually there is an old courthouse building on the list and very accessable. That along with an old train station are my first subjects.
Adding a vignette adds quite a bit of drama to the end result, as older photos would naturally darken around the edges.
Jun 13, 2013 10:29:48 #
cockney greg wrote:
Adding a vignette adds quite a bit of drama to the end result, as older photos would naturally darken around the edges.
Thanks Greg. I'll keep that in mind when I get to the PP stage of the project
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