My debut (in this forum)
Sep 10, 2011 11:09:47 #
These are a small representation of the kinds of photos I've been playing with, although being a Gemini, my interests have expanded lately... from mostly Nature shots... to "Urban Art"-type shots.
You know, giving the mundane a chance to shine in the spotlight.
I don't have a professional camera to experiment/play with yet. All of these were taken using my Canon Powershot A550, using the various settings that come pre-built into the camera. I don't have photoshop, so any tweaks are minimal (like cropping, adjustments to contrast, etc.) using a program called GIMP.
I'm really looking forward to seeing what I can do with professional equipment eventually.
I recently entered some of my photos in a local "Art in Nature" photo-competition. Although I didn't place (this time!), the experience made me feel validated in a big way. Newbies need that! Although photography has always been a passion of mine, before 2 years ago, they were mostly to chronicle family members/milestones etc. .
My photos belonged there and blended in nicely among amateurs and professionals alike. There were over 1300 entries and our max limit was only 10 per exhibitor.
Do you KNOW how hard it is to edit down and choose only 10 (from among literally thousands) taken over the past 2 years only!? *snickers*
May these inspire a smile. Comment/critique is always welcome.
T~
You know, giving the mundane a chance to shine in the spotlight.
I don't have a professional camera to experiment/play with yet. All of these were taken using my Canon Powershot A550, using the various settings that come pre-built into the camera. I don't have photoshop, so any tweaks are minimal (like cropping, adjustments to contrast, etc.) using a program called GIMP.
I'm really looking forward to seeing what I can do with professional equipment eventually.
I recently entered some of my photos in a local "Art in Nature" photo-competition. Although I didn't place (this time!), the experience made me feel validated in a big way. Newbies need that! Although photography has always been a passion of mine, before 2 years ago, they were mostly to chronicle family members/milestones etc. .
My photos belonged there and blended in nicely among amateurs and professionals alike. There were over 1300 entries and our max limit was only 10 per exhibitor.
Do you KNOW how hard it is to edit down and choose only 10 (from among literally thousands) taken over the past 2 years only!? *snickers*
May these inspire a smile. Comment/critique is always welcome.
T~
Last Harvest
Big Daddy
SOMEONE'S feathers are ruffled!
Reflections (one of a set of various reflections in mud puddles)
Lovely Lichen
Plain but Pretty (monochromatic masterpiece!? :) )
Sep 10, 2011 11:34:15 #
Like your seagull pic. I think presentation of details can make or break your image, when you put it into a contest for judging.
not sure if you want any critiques on these points, concerning presentation, dynamic subject focus and IQ (Image quality).
not sure if you want any critiques on these points, concerning presentation, dynamic subject focus and IQ (Image quality).
Sep 10, 2011 11:50:38 #
Certainly DO feel free to critique! I sincerely appreciate opportunities to improve and suggestions from those who are further along than myself.
While I do know that the equipment quality plays a large part in the quality of the finished product; I realize that there are many other aspects of a photograph that are manipulated/controlled/contributed to by the eye and skill of the photographer.
I've only been in this forum about an hour, and have perused other posts (comments and critiques). I have already learned that I need to pay even more attention to details such as blurring out backgrounds even more so as not to distract.
Thanks for commenting and offering your critique(s)! Much obliged :-)
While I do know that the equipment quality plays a large part in the quality of the finished product; I realize that there are many other aspects of a photograph that are manipulated/controlled/contributed to by the eye and skill of the photographer.
I've only been in this forum about an hour, and have perused other posts (comments and critiques). I have already learned that I need to pay even more attention to details such as blurring out backgrounds even more so as not to distract.
Thanks for commenting and offering your critique(s)! Much obliged :-)
Sep 10, 2011 11:52:34 #
josoIII wrote:
Like your seagull pic. I think presentation of details can make or break your image, when you put it into a contest for judging.
not sure if you want any critiques on these points, concerning presentation, dynamic subject focus and IQ (Image quality).
not sure if you want any critiques on these points, concerning presentation, dynamic subject focus and IQ (Image quality).
P.S.
Only the "Lovely Lichen" and "Reflections" photos were in this particular contest. I'll share the others in another post, perhaps.
Sep 10, 2011 15:04:44 #
The bee and the first bird are lacking focus. The bee picture needs to be much closer - the bulk of you frame is not your subject. I like the sharpness and colors in the others - I would say you have the bug and we will be seeing a lot more from you. Thanks for sharing.
Sep 10, 2011 15:34:19 #
myts10
Loc: SE Ohio
Yep, been there tried to pick my best for contest entries. Some day I will learn how to delete not so good picture. lol
Bees are a b...ear to capture. I was lucky and saw a fat one that could hardly move. Chased him around for 20 minutes and dozen shots, finely got one I thought was nice. Trying to post mine so you can see the difference in focus and composition.
I like the mud puddle reflections, going to try it myself someday. I would try to crop the horizon to the top rule of thirds line.
I have tried GIMP, removed it after a few days. I now use Picasa 3 to import, organize, crop and print contact sheets. It is faster, easier and much better than any Photoshop program I have tried. I use PS Elements 9 for blue skys and printing with ICC profiles.
Bees are a b...ear to capture. I was lucky and saw a fat one that could hardly move. Chased him around for 20 minutes and dozen shots, finely got one I thought was nice. Trying to post mine so you can see the difference in focus and composition.
I like the mud puddle reflections, going to try it myself someday. I would try to crop the horizon to the top rule of thirds line.
I have tried GIMP, removed it after a few days. I now use Picasa 3 to import, organize, crop and print contact sheets. It is faster, easier and much better than any Photoshop program I have tried. I use PS Elements 9 for blue skys and printing with ICC profiles.
Sep 10, 2011 16:05:14 #
Melissa
Loc: Oklahoma
myts10 wrote:
Yep, been there tried to pick my best for contest ... (show quote)
Your bee shot is great. Thanks so much for sharing and your critique of the other. :) Great forum. I'm learning so much.
Sep 11, 2011 23:05:36 #
Great reflection picture. Took me a minute to figure it out so I think that is so sick as my kids would say! :)
Sep 12, 2011 21:23:11 #
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