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cameraCanon EOS 5D Mark IV

settings Aperture f/2.8 ISO 125 Shutter 1/6400 Focal Length 70/1 

locationChicago, Illinois, US

upload_dateApr, 2020

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lillianmellamphy
 
lillianmellamphy November 08, 2021
Beautiful photo

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this photo during a portrait photo meet-up in Logan Square on the 606 bike trail.

Time

The time was nearing golden hour time. So back then it was most likely around 6 or so in the afternoon.

Lighting

Honestly, I wanted this image to truly standout. With the golden light beaming out from the corner onto the model's lovely red hair, I wanted her to be a mystery. I wanted her to be the center of attention & be seen as a chosen one of the sort; where the light is picking her of all the people to make shine.

Equipment

I used my Canon 5D Mark IV

Inspiration

Nothing really inspired me to take the photo at the time. I've always enjoyed taking portraits & this was my really big first meet-up to do so. As a result, I kind of let my mind wander and see what wonders I could make happen.

Editing

Yes! At first, I really just used Lightroom to do some basic tonal adjustments. Bring the shadows down, raise the highlights a little, bring the setting to a warmer scenario, etc. Then I brought the photo to Photoshop where I specifically focused on narrowing down the colors even more and blend it around her red hair. Afterward, I messed with lighting to put her as the center of attention and draw any viewers in rather than on the background. Besides that, I did some basic retouching at that was it.

In my camera bag

Normally: 5D Mark IV, Tamron 24-70 2.8, Canon 35-70 4.0, DJI Mavic Pro, extra batteries, cleaning products and that is about it.

Feedback

Rely on the weather, light, and model. Let them bring the vision to you and follow through with it. Additionally, be creative and follow what you want to capture. Don't compare, but learn and enjoy.

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