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Beach with Balli

Stepping into more beach and swimwear. Would love any feedback so I start off on the right foot. Thank you again!

This is Balli and we shot at Matheson Hammock Park in Miami, Florida on a fairly cloudy but sunny day. Natural available light.

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First thing I notice is how short her legs look, and how huge her left arm is.

Since you're shooting with a 35mm and including the feet:

1. I would have shot at an angle where it elongates the legs more. When you think "legs", think "length".

2. Maybe have her lift her right heel off the flooring. Pretend she's wearing heels.

3. Stretch her left leg a little so you can see her shins. Basically so you can see a full leg.

Arm wise, play with having her pivot her hand to where her upper arm isn't so bulgy.

Below is sort of an example of what I was trying to convey:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BtNR5WbBulv/

Also, I'd desaturate the red from her hands and feet.

Lastly, dodge and burn to smooth out of the tonal differences on her arms, chest, and legs.

Thank you! This is the feedback I needed. Thank you so much for taking the time to list and even provide a sample image. Appreciate you!