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Dec, 2015Views
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People's Choice in People and Natural Light Photo Challenge
Superb Composition
Absolute Masterpiece
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Magnificent Capture
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Behind The Lens
Location
This shot was taken here in Florida at Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando.Time
In December sunset is around 5:15 - 5:30 so I believe this was shot just before 5:00Lighting
The Golden Hour is awesome and at this point depending on where she was looking the light was in her eyes. After moving around her for a few shots I was able to get this awesome rim light without her feeling blinded by the sun.Equipment
Camera Canon 70D, No Tripod, 85mm 1.8.Inspiration
My partner wanted to get some good shots of her children for her Mother as a Christmas Present. We both took pictures and ended up with some awesome shots. What made me love this was the lighting. When I had her turn her head for the profile and saw that light, I just knew I had an awesome shot!Editing
Yes I did basic post processing in Lightroom. I brightened the photo a bit, smoothed out her skin just a little, and enhanced her eyes. I also warmed up the photo as it was a bit too cool originally.In my camera bag
This always depends on what I am shooting, and what time of day it is. I always carry at least 3 lenses: two prime and 1 adjustable since i am mostly shooting people. A tripod for larger groups or when lighting is not ideal, my reflectors which I always seem to forget I have, and my Speed-light. I also have some basic studio lighting I use when I shoot indoors and there is not enough window light.Feedback
In order to capture this look you most definitely need to shoot during the Golden Hours (hour before sunset or sunrise). Also know where the light is coming from. I see many photogs always putting people in front of the light because they don't understand the concept of "open shade" You don't have to be in the light directly you just need the light to filter into the subjects direction. For rim lighting you need to put the subject to one side of the light. However if we were not in open shade any position I put her in would have not created this look.
