Dirty Paws
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cevert
November 30, 2015
This is a really great image!! I love it. Congrats on being a finalist in coexist! :D
ronalbers
December 17, 2015
Hi Briana,capturing a moving object is not easy so well done. I do however have some points. Why the iso 500? You've used a shutter speed of 1/4000 so there is no need for that iso. The clarity of image would benefit somewhat. The shallow depth of field is well chosen, it draws the attention to the subject and it nice blurrs the background. I do have 2 points of critique. First I would have liked the subject more to the left of the composition. The part on the left is now a lot of empty space not adding to the image. It also would help me "read" the photograph better looking from left to right. It would also make me wonder more who the boy is running to. You know what I mean? My second point is that in post production I would like you to add a little more "punch" to the photograph. The colors the way they are now are a little bit washed out.
Hopefully you will appreciate my critique.
Have a nice day and keep ip the photography!
regards, Ron
Hopefully you will appreciate my critique.
Have a nice day and keep ip the photography!
regards, Ron
brianafillers
December 19, 2015
Hey, Ron! Your critique is very helpful, and I really appreciate you taking the time to critique this image!
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Location
This is one of my favorite images of all time! These two had so much fun running around in the rain together in my front yard, and the rain made for such a beautiful atmosphere on a summer afternoon in Southwest Virginia.Time
I was taking photos of Spencer and his one-year-old brother Lennon on a Sunday afternoon (around 3 or 4pm) in June of 2015. It started to rain in the middle of the session, so instead of calling it quits, I asked, "Can we try something in the rain?" Spencer ran out to the yard and we just went with it. He ran and played and laughed, and I loved every second of it. I was soaked, my dog was soaked, and Spencer was soaked, but it was all worth it.Lighting
The afternoon was beautiful, and the rain made for a really awesome filter for the light.Equipment
This image was taken with a Nikon D5000 with a 50mm f1.8 lens. A quick shutter speed froze the moment, and a wide open aperture allowed for a shallow depth of field.Inspiration
Most parents and photographers would cancel a session if it started raining, but I'm so glad we didn't cancel and glad that Spencer's parents trusted me with this idea. If a photographer or a parent is reading this, please note: don't be afraid to take photos in the rain. I think they're magical!Editing
I artistically edit most of my portraits. I adjust the shadows, highlights, exposure, and also do a bit of photo manipulation to make sure the focus is on the best part of the photo. My dog had a patch of fur that was sticking out, so I corrected that (just as I would retouch blemishes on someone's face). Also, the background of this particular photograph was a bit distracting; I could see part of the interstate in the distance, the road below my house, and a few houses at the bottom of the hill. I was able to remove those distractions, as well as warm up the tone of the image to bring out the beautiful light we had in that moment.In my camera bag
My camera body is a Nikon D5000 (crop sensor) that I purchased in 2010, and although I have "camera envy" of nicer models, it's been a great camera for me. I have a few filters, a few convex lenses for special effects, and then my go-to lenses are all primes. I typically use my 50mm f1.8 for 80% of sessions; however, recently, I've been more dependent on my 85mm f1.4 for beautiful bokeh and a more flattering look for portraits. (I must have lots of distance between the camera and the subject to bust that one out of the bag, though.) I also have a 35mm f1.8 that I use for tight, low-light spaces, and just in case I need a wider angle, I've held onto my 18-55mm kit lens.Feedback
If you want to capture something similar to this photo, here are a few tips: 1) Don't be afraid of the rain, and don't be afraid to get a bit dirty. Some of the best moments can be captured by being on the ground or standing in the rain; plus, those moments make for great stories. 2) Pay attention to light. Photography is all about capturing light. If it's sunny, outdoor photographers usually look for shaded areas or take photos during "golden hour", but if it's overcast or raining, there are still great opportunities to take advantage of lighting. 3) Make sure your subject is having fun, especially if your subject is a child. Though photos of children crying can sometimes be adorable and comical, I prefer to see them laughing. There's something about the laughter of a child that just puts your heart at ease. 4) Eliminate distracting elements that take away from the subject. If the first thing someone sees is a piece of trash laying in the yard, it will take away from your photo's story. If you pick that trash up, or at least remove it in post, the viewer's eyes go right where you intended for them to go. 5) Don't take one photo and hope you captured something good enough. Be patient and take lots of photos! Make sure your settings are on point, and then, don't worry about taking your camera away from your face to check each image. Snap away, and when you capture the perfect moment, you will know!
