Lensbaby photo examples?

[natalie_l]

<p>Hi everyone,<br>

I was curious what you thought of using a lensbaby (on occasion) for weddings? For those who like using it, I would be grateful if you could post an interesting image taken with a lensbaby at a wedding.<br>

Do you find the pictures are more interesting inside or outside? or is the location irrelevant?<br>

Thanks in advance,<br /> Natalie</p>

[aok photography]

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<p>I've purchased 'focal point' a OnOne software plug-in for Photoshop, That allows you to mimic the effects.</p>

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[alex_dc]

<p>I've been using mine for ring shots a lot this year, I have the 'Composer' and the wide angle attachment.</p><div></div>

[alan_bryant1]

<p>I used one for engagement photos earlier this year and the results were quite nice. They're also good for pictures like that ring shot - with the macro kit it can focus quite close.</p>

<p>I'm not sure how you would use it *during* a wedding, though. It takes much more time to focus and compose a Lensbaby shot. Even something as simple as changing the aperture is slow till you get some practice at it. The newer "Composer" model might help - it looks easier to use - I've got the Lensbaby II.</p>

<p>I've had better luck with it outside. Focusing is easier when there's a lot of light.</p>

[david_schilling___chicago_]

<p>The company has a photo gallery with lots of images you may want to take a look: <a href="http://www.lensbaby.com/gallery-photo.php">http://www.lensbaby.com/gallery-photo.php</a>#</p>

[kayumangi]

<p>Lensbaby's are tilt shift lenses so they are more for specialty images like rings, flowers or just focusing on the faces of the B&G.</p>

<p>I have a 3G Control Freak and I use it from time to time for detail shots. One could argue that you could do the same effect with PhotoShop but I'm a technical person so I want to do it the hard way =)</p>

<p>I always have my flash attached to my camera body so it doesn't matter where I shoot, the lenses are not electronic so no TTL/aperture/shutter speed reporting, if you don't know how to shoot in Manual mode for both camera and flash then you'll have a problem using it.</p>

<p>But it's such a pain to use even with the 3G's locking mechanism. I only take it out when I'm not in a hurry to shoot, say when everyone is eating.</p>

[natalie_l]

<p>Thank you for your insight. I'm going to spend the weekend trying out the lensbaby. I figured I'd get it, why not! Thanks!</p>