My First Studio Portrait Ever
Dec 8, 2018 07:31:14 #
I would spent a few bucks and get a copy of the latest Portrait Pro. That would turn your photos from good to professional.
Dec 8, 2018 07:48:59 #
catchlight..
Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
The yellow cast overall is a bit strong in my personal opinion. This could be what you prefer and if so perhaps you can respond. back on that.
With curves "auto button" first set the preference to "darks and lights" instead of grey or white if you use Photoshop filters. Amazingly accurate and there are tutorials how to do that. .
Another way beyond that is keep a reference photo that you can pull up for side by side for manual white balance and removing color cast.
With curves "auto button" first set the preference to "darks and lights" instead of grey or white if you use Photoshop filters. Amazingly accurate and there are tutorials how to do that. .
Another way beyond that is keep a reference photo that you can pull up for side by side for manual white balance and removing color cast.
Dec 8, 2018 08:00:58 #
nikonbug wrote:
I would spent a few bucks and get a copy of the latest Portrait Pro. That would turn your photos from good to professional.
Be very careful with Portrait Pro.
"A little dab will do ya".
Dec 8, 2018 08:21:23 #
I think you did very well, especially for your first try.
PortraitPro would help you get ride of the shininess on her skin and help a bit but it's not totally necessary.
PortraitPro would help you get ride of the shininess on her skin and help a bit but it's not totally necessary.
Dec 8, 2018 09:56:58 #
You have asked so I will give you criticism that I hope you will take in the spirit in which it was intended so you may improve. Photo 1: rarely is it flattering to photograph directly into someone's shoulder. Your lighting ratio is a little harsh. For women, the fill light should be one stop less than the main light. This gives you a 3:1 ratio which I think you'll find more pleasing. White umbrellas or a soft box world do a lot to get rid of the specularity on her face (the shiny or greasy look). Yes, makeup would help, but even working as a pro I rarely had access to a makeup artist. Finally, her head tilt just isn't pleasing.
Dec 8, 2018 10:05:35 #
Photo #2: your cameras angle is too low. Rarely is the bank of anyone's hand attractive, turn the hand to show the side. Some people have very pronounced veins: you can reduce this buy having them hold their hand above their head for a few moments. The main light is too low-key the catchlight in the eye should be at 10:00 and that lets you know you have it. Finally, shooting straight into the body, especially for women, is rarely flattering. Try turning the body slightly away from the camera and turn the head bank to the camera.
Dec 8, 2018 10:19:04 #
#3: she had her weight on both feet equally, so the post is static and unflattering. Always put more weight on the foot that is away from the camera, it puts the shoulders at different levels. A good tip: if there are two of anything, put them at different levels. I would not have selected that background. Since you did, fine. But you pasted her on it. Move her 6' in front of it at least, then it won't dominate the image. Your lighting is better here, but notice the highlight on her cheek? That is the result of a fill light that is raw flash or in a silver umbrella or polished reflector. You don't want that. Your last image is pretty good. Still hotspots on the cheeks, and she is still pasted on the, background, but better. Hey hands are at different levels. However, the one straight wrist should be bent... It's more attractive. I know there's a lot to learn, but the results are with it. It let me operate 3 Studios in two cities for many years, earning a good income while my colleagues struggled. Keep at it you have a good start.
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Dec 8, 2018 11:44:51 #
I immediately got a mad crush on your model--she just looks like a person who knows how to laugh and make you laugh--so I missed the details regarding shiney face and bad hands. Your rendering makes her look like a really fun woman. For that she should be most grateful.
Now, as for the images that come after the first two, I can't say I like them too much. There's just too much for my eyes to process. The backdrops are waaaaaaaaaay too busy. I sort of like the last one, but that background is also too busy, and why did you cut off her leg at the ankle?
Now, as for the images that come after the first two, I can't say I like them too much. There's just too much for my eyes to process. The backdrops are waaaaaaaaaay too busy. I sort of like the last one, but that background is also too busy, and why did you cut off her leg at the ankle?
Dec 8, 2018 11:52:34 #
rdrechsler
Loc: Channel Islands Harbor, CA
nimbushopper wrote:
Nice photos! The lighting seems a bit harsh. Were you using umbrellas? Professional make up would reduce the shiny face, some women know how to do it themselves.
Wonderful feedback. I’m learning a lot from comments such as these. My next shoot like this will definitely benefit from all this great input. Thank you!
Dec 8, 2018 11:55:10 #
Good shots-you might try to soften them a bit and loose some shine-cut the sharpness in the camera bit and use a umbrella set up or some type of softener on the flash or diffuser on the flash-the overall quality is good-
Dec 8, 2018 11:55:24 #
rdrechsler
Loc: Channel Islands Harbor, CA
nimbushopper wrote:
Nice photos! The lighting seems a bit harsh. Were you using umbrellas? Professional make up would reduce the shiny face, some women know how to do it themselves.
I used two different lighting schemes. The first had a light box strobe to the front left and a backlight. In the second I used two lighgbox strobes on either side at a 45 degree angle. I might move the lights a little further away next time?
Dec 8, 2018 11:58:28 #
rdrechsler
Loc: Channel Islands Harbor, CA
catchlight.. wrote:
The yellow cast overall is a bit strong in my pers... (show quote)
I thought the original photos made her look too gray...a little too pall...so I turned up the temperature slightly. You’re right, the method you suggested might yield a better result. I’ll go back and play with that idea. Thanks for the tip.
Dec 8, 2018 13:43:42 #
rdrechsler wrote:
I had the opportunity to shoot in a pro studio last week. ... CC please.
Good first studio shoot.
The other commenters gave great technical tips, but what I saw was a woman who was uptight about being a model. (Brow furrows in first shot, etc.) Next time talk with her to try to get her more relaxed and the worry wrinkles will disappear. Have read several sources that stress getting the model relaxed.
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