Views
2282
Likes
Awards
Featured
Featured
Staff Winter Selection 2015
Runner Up in Snowflakes Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Snowflakes Photo Contest
Peer Award
Superb Composition
Top Choice
Outstanding Creativity
Absolute Masterpiece
All Star
Superior Skill
Magnificent Capture
Genius
Top Ranks
Same photographer See allBehind The Lens
Behind The Lens
Location
The photo was taken in the beautiful mountains of Tazewell, VA. This was a destination senior portrait session.Time
We arrived in Virginia around noon and I was instantly worried about the lighting, I took this image at 1:52pm.Lighting
By the time I took this image the sun was on the other side of a nearby cabin just to my right.Equipment
The image was taken using a Canon 5D Mark III, with a Canon 85 1.8 lens at f2.2 and a Canon 600ex-rt speedlite.Inspiration
The location was perfect, her outfit was perfect. I knew before I took the photo it was going to be one of my favorites.Editing
The image was processed using lightroom and photoshop using Jessica Drossin’s photoshop actions.In my camera bag
I always have my Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 600ex-rt speedlite, Canon 24-70 f2.8L, Canon 70-200 f2.8L IS USM, and my 85 f1.8 USM.Feedback
As many before me have said, shoot what you love, and shoot everyday. I don't really have specific advice, I think you just have to feel it. If you don't love what you are doing it will show in your work.