Medieval Man
Reenactor at Poole Country Fair, Dorset.
Reenactor at Poole Country Fair, Dorset.
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martyleclerc
December 16, 2014
An ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE .... this is exquisite .... all just works here.... the lighting is spot on ...the detailing is perfect... as I go through your photos ...'m in awe....
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I don't follow many photographers on here but your work is beautiful. You are an inspiration to me.
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Location
This was taken at Poole Town and Country Fair, held at Upton Country Park in Dorset, UK.Time
Late morning.Lighting
Well, the day was bright sunshine but, fortunately, the small group of reenactors had just sat down to lunch in their tent, which meant the background was quite subdued. I don't use flash, much preferring to make the best of natural light.Equipment
My Canon 5diii and stock 24-105mm lens.Inspiration
I have started to take an interest in some of the 'street photography' portraits to be found on Viewbug and other online forums and liked the idea of trying my hand with reenactors as they are less likely to be embarrassed. It's worked well for me this year and I shall be trying more of it!Editing
Quite a bit of Lightroom help to get the look I had in mind, darkening the background to remove any distractions, and enhancing skin tones as well. I then used Topaz Clean edge boost to finish-off. I think the secret with pp is to make small, subtle, changes - particularly with skin tones, and then go back later and reassess the results.In my camera bag
I'm getting-on a bit in years so try to travel as light as possible - camera and lenses are heavy enough, so the 24-105mm and 100-400mm, plus an extender, some grads and a polariser - that about it. I only carry a tripod when I know I'll use it - mostly for panned action shots.Feedback
There are lots of events that offer this sort of opportunity - civil war, viking, medieval reenactments and, especially over the next four years, WW1 commemorations with reenactors. Engage with the intended subject and they are usually very cooperative.
