Wedding Photo of the Week Upload 5/30/11

[picturesque]

<p>It is again time to upload one recent image for show and possible critique. Make sure it is 700 pixels or less in width and/or length - AND - make sure to enter a caption in the caption box on that page where you've uploaded. Some details about the shot would be helpful.<br /><br />By posting - you agree to allow your image to be chosen for discussion and critique for the week. One will be chosen at random. This is not a contest - but simply an image that we'll discuss. Positive as well as constructive suggestions are what will occur. HOWEVER - IF you wish to post your image but DO NOT WANT to be considered for critique - please say so in your caption. Images that show as a link will be deleted and you'll be asked to re-post.<br /><br />Newcomers and Pros are both welcome to post in this thread. The thread will be closed late on Tuesday. Look for the choice on Wednesday. Please do not start the critique in this thread ;-)</p>

[melissapapajphotography]

<p>Okay, here is mine for the week. Nikon D700, 70-200 2.8 lens, f/3.2, ISO 800, 1/400 sec, focal length 105 mm.</p><div></div>

[vancouver_wedding_portrait]

<p>This engagement session just finish off over the weekend in Coal Harbour Vancouver, BC. A beautiful place for portrait. There are few thing I would like to improve the portrait but would like to hear from anyone. It is a learning experience, thanks everyone. Wayne Lam. Canon 7d, ISO 400, 70-200 2.8L IS, F8, 1/200s<img src="http://vancouverwedding.smugmug.com/photos/i-f4hbR6X/0/M/i-f4hbR6X-M.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="332" /></p>

[marsingphoto]

<p>This young couple just got engaged, and the shoot was only two days ago. This waterfall is where they went on their first date. We had to hike a half-an-hour to get to it... but it was worth it. Shot in Price UT. Nick Marsing: Nikon D700, Nikkor 24-70mm lens, ISO100, f22, 1/10sec</p>

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[john_deerfield]

<p>It has been awhile, here is a shot from a recent wedding. D300s, Nikon 24-85 f/2.8-4 @ f/13, ISO 200, 1/160th. I was using an Alien Bee with a beauty dish as key/fill (we were moving around a bit). Converted to B&W in PS along with Nik filters skin softening and glamor glow.</p><div></div>

[christopher_ellington]

<p>Hello guys. I am new here and here is my first image post for a chance at critique. The only manipulation to this image is some slight color temperature shift to make it a bit cooler.<br /> <br />------<br /> Nikon D7000
 - ISO: 1600 - 
Shutter: 1/160th - 
F: /3.8 + 0.33
 - Focal Length: 21.0mm<br /> ------<br />This wedding was made simple as the Bride and Groom didn't want things complex. They preferred to spend more time with their guests, dancing, etc over various types of portraits or creative shots. So when I had them all lined up for a bride/groom/party shot, they really were ready to get to the reception and another wedding was just about forcing us out of this ceremony room in a matter of a few minutes. My quick thought improvisation was to have the bridal party split up to the sides and the bride and groom take several steps forward to get SOMETHING somewhat creative in there. I think I had a hard time (as an amateur) dealing with the lighting in this room. The reception was better. The ceiling basically had square insets/indentations about 2-3 feet tall each so I couldn't bounce light with my flash as the light would get trapped within a single square.<br /> <br />Any feedback on my camera settings, composition, ways to improve this particular photo and how to better handle issues with focus would be appreciated.</p>

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