Hi Everyone
Jul 8, 2017 09:36:10 #
I'm experimenting with my new Lensbaby and trying to figure out how to use it. It is a challenge.
Dan
Dan
Jul 8, 2017 15:25:35 #
I would experiment with inanimate objects first. Manual focus is difficult with people and animals. I think that the Lensbaby does well in landscape shots with natural tunnels or paths. A bridge, a path through the woods, an alleyway. With the composer pro remember, you tilt the optic to blur the things you want to omit and focus on the subject. The more you use the lens, the more you will learn. Experiment with the optic at a certain tilt and aperture for a while until you've got it and then move on to another setting. Those are some things that are helping me to improve.
Jul 8, 2017 16:35:30 #
It certainly is a challenge, Dan, but I really like the direction you've taken with your Lensbaby.
Jul 8, 2017 17:19:17 #
Jul 8, 2017 19:55:25 #
Dan, did I miss something, but what lensbaby are you working with??
They are tricky at first and you wind up deleting many, but then all of a sudden things start to click and you will become totally addicted... and lensbaby optics are like potato chips, you can't just have one!!
I did enjoy your shots and don't ever give up.... keep playing and posting, all of us lensbaby users love it!!
They are tricky at first and you wind up deleting many, but then all of a sudden things start to click and you will become totally addicted... and lensbaby optics are like potato chips, you can't just have one!!
I did enjoy your shots and don't ever give up.... keep playing and posting, all of us lensbaby users love it!!
Jul 8, 2017 20:25:28 #
Jul 8, 2017 20:28:51 #
Jul 8, 2017 20:37:20 #
Dan5000 wrote:
Angela. I am using the composer ll with the 50mm optic.
Sweet 50 is my favorite optic... combined with the 8mm macro converter!
Jul 9, 2017 06:45:35 #
Dan5000 wrote:
I'm experimenting with my new Lensbaby and trying to figure out how to use it. It is a challenge.
Dan
Dan
Dan, I like the series. Your practice is paying off.
Greg
Jul 9, 2017 07:38:48 #
Welcome to Lensbaby, Dan! I'm so glad you decided to share your posts with us. The Composer with the Sweet 50 seems to be a great combo, and I like your shots, especially the one with the clock. Very creative! Getting that sweet spot where you want it is truly a challenge. One that I've yet to master. I've mainly been using my Velvet 56, and I'm in love. Keep on experimenting and shooting!
Jane
Jane
Jul 9, 2017 12:06:09 #
Jul 9, 2017 13:46:14 #
I like them all, Dan! Getting the focus just right isn't easy, and I still find it difficult. Way to go!!!
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