Ideas and opinions needed
Jan 7, 2012 09:07:58 #
I didn't even SEE Jasper at first: he is almost completely hidden against his handler. The same is true of most of the other 'visiting' pictures. You need MUCH more emphasis on the alpaca and the people he is visiting, and much less on anyone else in the room.
When you're judging a competition (and I've done it often enough), the first round of discards is those that you don't IMMEDIATELY see as something novel or well composed, so without wishing to be cruel, I'd say that (a) you have a great idea that could be a real winner but (b) these pictures don't do justice to the great idea.
Cheers,
R.[/quote]
I agree. Need to see the head of the animal, happy smiling faces of the people, and you need better lighting.
When you're judging a competition (and I've done it often enough), the first round of discards is those that you don't IMMEDIATELY see as something novel or well composed, so without wishing to be cruel, I'd say that (a) you have a great idea that could be a real winner but (b) these pictures don't do justice to the great idea.
Cheers,
R.[/quote]
I agree. Need to see the head of the animal, happy smiling faces of the people, and you need better lighting.
Jan 7, 2012 09:49:16 #
MY suggestion for the photo would be to do a photo of Jasper including a range of age groups--3 or 5 people with Jasper--1 being a senior age with it's hand holding the lead rope out to the youngest member of the group --preferably a toddler -- that would show a nice range of interaction.
Jan 7, 2012 09:52:37 #
I love the idea of all the hands on Jasper, but it may be difficult to pull off. It looks like many of the people in the home are bedridden and/or physically challenged. That would make it hard for many of them to pose for any amount of time.
Sometimes, one very interesting face can make the photo. Do any of the ederly people you visit have a special "look" that moves you? Have that person's face next to the alpaca's and hugging, or nose to nose with your animal friend in special lighting, might be a powerful image.
Sometimes, one very interesting face can make the photo. Do any of the ederly people you visit have a special "look" that moves you? Have that person's face next to the alpaca's and hugging, or nose to nose with your animal friend in special lighting, might be a powerful image.
Jan 7, 2012 09:58:57 #
Jan 7, 2012 10:14:14 #
You and Jasper are to be congratulated for coming up with an idea that has both photo and human benefits. Never mind the critics..
Jan 7, 2012 10:30:12 #
If uniqueness alone warrants a winner, then go for it. It is probably more interesting as an item for newspapers, which it has already warranted.
JR
JR
Jan 7, 2012 10:50:17 #
northshore
Loc: St. Paul, MN
Does Jasper tolerate being kissed? Or a nose-to-nose head shot? He's such a handsome guy with such a cute face that it seems to me a close-up with one person would be ideal, and would stand out more than a shot with multiple people. Also would be easier to stage.
Jan 7, 2012 10:50:23 #
Would it be possible to have his handler sit in front of him and have the hands coming in from the sides? Take the shot from directly in front to show the girl, his face, and the older hands reaching out to him?
Just a thought. Love the idea of the hands in some manner.
Be sure to post what you come up with. Maybe post several and get input as to which to enter. Best of luck!
Just a thought. Love the idea of the hands in some manner.
Be sure to post what you come up with. Maybe post several and get input as to which to enter. Best of luck!
Jan 7, 2012 10:55:27 #
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I didn't even SEE Jasper at first: he is almost completely hidden against his handler. The same is true of most of the other 'visiting' pictures. You need MUCH more emphasis on the alpaca and the people he is visiting, and much less on anyone else in the room.
I have to agree. You have a great idea but Jasper does not show up well. Maybe you could use a flash or a reflector to bring him out. It might help if his attendants wore only plain, light clothing.
Keep working on the idea - it will work.
Jan 7, 2012 11:18:46 #
kylan
Loc: behind you or in your closet
If he would permit it i might try somthing along the lines of just jasper eyes forward or maybe ears (try both) with whoever you want to be the other part of the interaction (someone either older or younger) almost having a staredown nose to nose astonished wishing anything with emotion now im just a newbie got my first camera over christmas so if you dont use my ideas thats cool however any one who has something to say about pleas comment or pm me ty
Jan 7, 2012 11:57:12 #
photogrl2 wrote:
He belongs to my friend , I just am his papparatzi lately. He does great work in the community and has visited the mayor office, schools, and does wiork with a MS camp for kids. The list goes on. he is really much smaller than most alpacas and trained well for his job. his handler , a 12 year old kaylyn is an amazing kid !
ebaribeault wrote:
Jasper gets around. You are doing such good work both with the visitations and the photos
He belongs to my friend , I just am his papparatzi lately. He does great work in the community and has visited the mayor office, schools, and does wiork with a MS camp for kids. The list goes on. he is really much smaller than most alpacas and trained well for his job. his handler , a 12 year old kaylyn is an amazing kid !
The one with Helen is my favorite photo. Love the smiles.
Jan 7, 2012 12:03:09 #
I like Jasper! He is a real cutie pie! I like seeing therapy animals that bring a smile to the older sick patients, and also for sick children.
~I think that is wonderful therapy for them~
~I think that is wonderful therapy for them~
Jan 7, 2012 12:03:16 #
Most of what needs to be said has been said. Better lighting, for sure, or post-processing, though better lighting would be preferable. I personally would want to get an intimate photo with Jasper and one of his friends, and try to capture the relationship and the stimulation that comes at that moment. I'd also ask the subject of the photo if it's all right with him or her to enter the photo in a contest. (Take the shot first, though.)
Jan 7, 2012 12:18:06 #
blueeyes3515 wrote:
I like Jasper! He is a real cutie pie! I like seeing therapy animals that bring a smile to the older sick patients, and also for sick children.
~I think that is wonderful therapy for them~
~I think that is wonderful therapy for them~
Hell, animals bring a smile to my face also. I'm sitting here with a cat on my lap and grinning like a ground squirrel who has just found a stack of peanuts.
Therapy animals can be wonderful aids. Many studies have shown that petting animals can lower blood pressure; many benefits accrue to children who are helped to ride horses. It is true that ailing patients experience a feeling of well-being when they interact with animals.
Jan 7, 2012 12:31:47 #
usaellie101
Loc: Spring Hill, Florida
Jaspers eyes are hidden in shadow...bright up his face with photoshop or any photo editing program you have . A good rulke I learned early on ids when shooting animals always try to get the eyes.
Zoom in a bit more. Try to get the kids without too much business around them and the shot will be so much better
Also try other angles.
Zoom in a bit more. Try to get the kids without too much business around them and the shot will be so much better
Also try other angles.
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