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How do I use a manual ring flash?
I have just purchased (impulse) a Viltrox JY-670 – Its a Hong Kong import – built well but its not TTL so its 100% manual ! yay fun ! What on earth do I do with the numbers on the back – already worked...
View Articlerotated images appear 'squashed' on digital frame
I hope I can explain this in a way that makes sense: Using a Nikon D70s I have taken photos with the camera held in the vertical (portrait) orientation — think of taking a photo of a flagpole. When the...
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Can the camera select wrong exposure just because of color?
I took two pictures of two different flowers with portrait setting. One came perfectly exposed with dark background, the other seems over exposed with brighter background. I tried it again and the same...
View ArticleHow were these portrait photos edited to get this look?
3 photos, and I realize perhaps 3 different techniques, but all of them are producing some sort of “unreal” look I don’t know how to describe and a skin texture in the 3rd photo (how3.jpg) that I...
View ArticleWhich portrait lens should I buy next for my Nikon D3100? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate: Which focal-length lens is usually used for portrait photography, and why? Should I choose the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D or AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8G for my Nikon D5100? I have the Nikon...
View ArticleCapturing an actual portrait and the philosophy behind portrait photography
I’ve run across millions of sites, books, tutorial videos etc. “about portraits”, but most of them break down to lighting and posing (which is as important I guess). Those are often lacking the...
View ArticleIs it possible to photograph me without reflections on my glasses?
(I have no experience with photography.) I went to a professional photographer to get a few portraits (primarily for identification documents). The photographer made various test shots, tried different...
View ArticleWill a short focal length cut it for indoor event photography? (Context: It's...
Short version: What primes are good walk-around lenses for an indoor, dark, crowded environment where you’ll be taking pictures of individuals or small groups ad-hoc, walking around and stopping in...
View ArticleWhat equipment should I use for up close shots?
I need some help and if anyone can guide me without making it too complicated I will be very appreciative. Background I have a Nikon D3100 and I am very much interested in close up shots and especially...
View ArticleHow do the Samyang and Nikon 85mm portrait lenses compare?
I’m looking to buy a 85mm portrait lens for for my D7000. My budget is around $300-400. I’ve currently shortlisted the following two lens: Nikon 85mm f/1.8G Samyang AE 85mm f/1.4 (the one with the AE...
View ArticleHow to do Low Key Photography with Sony A57 Camera?
I have a Sony A57 and a Sony HVL-43 flash. I have been trying low key photography wirelessly, but I am struggling with the settings. I’ve followed settings from other sources I have found, and I have...
View Articlerotated images appear 'squashed' on digital frame
I hope I can explain this in a way that makes sense: Using a Nikon D70s I have taken photos with the camera held in the vertical (portrait) orientation — think of taking a photo of a flagpole. When the...
View ArticleHow should a perfect skin tone look like?
Is there even such a thing as a perfect skin tone? People with different ethnicity have different skin colour plus lighting and background adds a layer of complexity. As a photographer, what should we...
View ArticleModelling/lighting workshops in L.A. / San Diego area? [closed]
I’m interested in advanced workshops or courses covering portrait/modeling photography and studio lighting, mostly focused on composition and lighting techniques. Does anyone know best resources to...
View ArticleHow can I take portraits which seem to capture the essence of a subject I've...
I’m pretty good at taking portraits of my family and friends; I know who they are and what they “really” look like. But if I’m asked to make a portrait of someone I don’t know so well, I’m often...
View ArticleHow to photograph people with a prominent (wide, big) nose?
One of my friends wants me to take pictures of her but she is very self-conscious about her nose (which is relatively wide, Monty Python anyone?). She wants me to take pictures in such a way as to not...
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How to recreate this effect, a mix of profile and front headshot?
I’ve seen several photos like the example below and I would like to create one. I think it overlaps a profile photo and a front headshot, with lots of local adjustments. Do you know of any (photoshop)...
View ArticleWhat is a good rule of thumb to use large aperture for portraits vs showing...
I recently got a Canon 50mm and have found myself probably over-using the large apertures for portraits. I’m curious if anyone has a good rule of thumb for when to avoid it. My sense is that its good...
View ArticleHow to control both aperture and shutter speed for casual portraits
I took a number of ambient light portraits on Friday and I’m a little disappointed by the amount of motion blur (not camera shake) on parts of the subject. Altering the lighting was not an option. I...
View ArticleHow does the Canon EF-S 15-85 IS USM compare to the EF 24-105mm L as an...
I am looking for a upgrade from my kit lens to a lens with much more potential, a lens that would be an all-rounder for me. After some research I ended up with these two in the final list: Canon EF-S...
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