Posts for: Tallyattwater
Jul 22, 2021 06:53:55 #
Don’t worry about the camera, you got to see a beautiful bird, what an amazing experience!
Jul 1, 2021 12:25:36 #
Thank you everyone for the tips, I appreciate you taking the time. I’ll digest this all later when I’m back from work and I’ll let you know how I get on!
Jul 1, 2021 07:18:32 #
Hi
I'm photographing a 70th birthday party this July 4th (last minute booking), where there will be up to 15 people in attendance. The shoot is between 2pm and 5pm and will involve indoors and outdoors photography. I will have someone on hand to help me and the property looks as though it will have an area that is shaded (at least for a few people, I'm not sure whether the area can accommodate up to 15 people though)? I'm going to be looking at 3 focal planes maximum, preferably one or two, if the area is suitable and shoot at F/8 as a guide.
I'm looking for guidance as to gear that I should take and more precisely, use. I'm used to shooting couples and I can crank out a group shot at a wedding but I've not had to think about lighting before, for such a large group. If I can't fit them all into open shade then I will be looking at getting them backlit.
I'm thinking that my largest reflector (47x35") probably isn't worth its salt for such a large group? Would you even bother trying to use a light-stand and softbox in this scenario (24" plus a 36" boombox), or just crank up the ISO (if needed) and use my 600 EXii RT as fill flash on camera? I purchased that last week and it's a little daunting as it shoots in ETTL once and then reverts to Manual (that's probably another post!).
My main body is Canon 5DS R, I have:
50mm 1.8m STM, 85mm 1.8, 70-200mm 2.8L, 17-40 F/4 L (but I'm getting some strange results with this lens recently), plus a few kits lenses that I rarely use. If the space is large enough, I'll opt for the 70-200mm (trying to use it at the midpoint where I can) and back myself up. If not, I was looking at using the 50mm or 85mm. I'll also try and put distance between the group and the background if I can, I might not have that option.
I also have a flash-bender, a small video light, a translucent umbrella and a bounce one, if you think that might help? I also received yesterday a catchlight reflector (yet to unbox it), will that be better than a reflector for close-ups? Should I set up a flash to try and separate the group from the background (let's say it's a wall)? I'm just getting into the world of artificial lighting, so if you think that my knowledge is not great, you're spot on.
Any tips would be greatly appreciated. If I don't reply immediately, it's because I'm off to work for the day. I've tried to give you as much info. as you might need to give an informed opinion. Thanks!
I'm photographing a 70th birthday party this July 4th (last minute booking), where there will be up to 15 people in attendance. The shoot is between 2pm and 5pm and will involve indoors and outdoors photography. I will have someone on hand to help me and the property looks as though it will have an area that is shaded (at least for a few people, I'm not sure whether the area can accommodate up to 15 people though)? I'm going to be looking at 3 focal planes maximum, preferably one or two, if the area is suitable and shoot at F/8 as a guide.
I'm looking for guidance as to gear that I should take and more precisely, use. I'm used to shooting couples and I can crank out a group shot at a wedding but I've not had to think about lighting before, for such a large group. If I can't fit them all into open shade then I will be looking at getting them backlit.
I'm thinking that my largest reflector (47x35") probably isn't worth its salt for such a large group? Would you even bother trying to use a light-stand and softbox in this scenario (24" plus a 36" boombox), or just crank up the ISO (if needed) and use my 600 EXii RT as fill flash on camera? I purchased that last week and it's a little daunting as it shoots in ETTL once and then reverts to Manual (that's probably another post!).
My main body is Canon 5DS R, I have:
50mm 1.8m STM, 85mm 1.8, 70-200mm 2.8L, 17-40 F/4 L (but I'm getting some strange results with this lens recently), plus a few kits lenses that I rarely use. If the space is large enough, I'll opt for the 70-200mm (trying to use it at the midpoint where I can) and back myself up. If not, I was looking at using the 50mm or 85mm. I'll also try and put distance between the group and the background if I can, I might not have that option.
I also have a flash-bender, a small video light, a translucent umbrella and a bounce one, if you think that might help? I also received yesterday a catchlight reflector (yet to unbox it), will that be better than a reflector for close-ups? Should I set up a flash to try and separate the group from the background (let's say it's a wall)? I'm just getting into the world of artificial lighting, so if you think that my knowledge is not great, you're spot on.
Any tips would be greatly appreciated. If I don't reply immediately, it's because I'm off to work for the day. I've tried to give you as much info. as you might need to give an informed opinion. Thanks!
Feb 16, 2020 10:07:22 #
There are some fabulous pictures here! Here are 2 of my half Maine Coon. She weighs a mere 19lbs and panics if her food bowl is 'half empty'.
May 14, 2019 13:10:06 #
Hi, if it was a designated safari trip then I would take the best camera body and lenses that you can. I'd opt for quality (and inconvenience) any day when presented with this opportunity. But as you're sightseeing perhaps more than safari, maybe a bridge camera is your best option?
I've been on a few safaris and it really depends on the day, as to what you might be lucky enough to see, so I would err on the biggest telephoto that you can. I've been with responsible companies that keep their distance and do not interfere with animals, but I've witnessed irresponsible ones where people get too close to get a better photo.
The majority of your shots could be in low light (dusk and dawn), so take a mono.
Have fun!
I've been on a few safaris and it really depends on the day, as to what you might be lucky enough to see, so I would err on the biggest telephoto that you can. I've been with responsible companies that keep their distance and do not interfere with animals, but I've witnessed irresponsible ones where people get too close to get a better photo.
The majority of your shots could be in low light (dusk and dawn), so take a mono.
Have fun!