Hi,
This is my first post on fstoppers and looking for some honest advice. I have been a photographer for myself for the last 20 years but only taking it seriously in the couple years... I am concerned that my images are not bright enough which makes them look a bit dull and uninteresting..
What do you guys think.. any advice would be welcome
A few shots from the winter of 2025. The last one was inside of the Acropolis Museum. (Unfortunately, I could get everyone to walk exactly where I wanted them to. hahaha)
For iPhone users - a new version of Bluristic has dropped (v1.8) which offers new features and significant improvements in stability & useability.
I am interested in learning Macro/Closeup photography and understanding that Focus Bracketing is a good part of the process, I thought I would give focus stacking a try.
Another visit to our garden using a vintage lens (Canon FD 50mm f/1.4) on my Canon R5. NOTE: With this lens the minimum focusing distance is 18" at which point you have 1/4" depth of field.
Was down in Austin for a bit on a work trip. I've always heard how beautiful the skyline is from the river.
Was a little let down by the clouds, but what can I do!
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I wouldn't say the were totally dull or uninteresting. I think the second shot shows some good promise. I think what you need to think about is what mood you want to set with the lighting and convey in the photo. The first photo the lighting is harsh, and her body language is very straight on.
I wouldn't get concerned with brightness per se, but more the mood you want to convey. Lighting and portraits takes some time and practice. There are some great tutorials on the net, and keep shooting. :-)
This type of lighting (low-key) is my favorite by far. It makes me more curious about the subjects: who are they, what they're thinking, etc. The bottom one is more appealing to me. I think because there's less head room above. Therefore, he seems closer, more personal. But, I like both photos.