Untitled

This was taken without flash (so as to achieve nicer skin tones) and

this has resulted in soft (obviously) finish.

It was taken at 1/15th of a sec and requires the stillest of children.

madison was kind enough to try.

I think the result is nice enough to post. Sharpness is absolutely

everything to some - but I have seen some incredible portraits which

show that focus is not important at all. The shot evokes a feeling - I

hope in the case of PM viewers it is a nice one.

 

let me know what you think.

kind regards,

Paul

The lack of flash pays... The result is really good. Slightly soft of course but the smooth tones are wonderful. You are right on your statement. I am a "sharpness" guy but not fanatic about it.

Wonderful portrait. Absolute sharpness is *not* absolutely everything. Beautiful pose with nice soft gentle light that captures the innocence and charm of a beautiful child. Nicely done!

Very nice, but try not to anticipate criticism in your text.

 

The image is excellent, especially the expression and b/w tonality. The angle of the hand might be a little awkward, but that really doesn't detract.

Les - I agree. I don't know why I seek approval in this form. I just feel sometimes that I need to get across that it was planned, so as to head people off at the pass with their "It's out of focus" comments.

 

- I have seen people put essays in their description saying what they were trying to achieve - and i hate that. It doesn't really give much room for comment.

Plus, no one gives that much thought as they look through the viewfinder.

Thanks for your comment. I'll try to stop planning ahead.

Excellent composition, great skin tones, but I don't like the word UNTITLED, it's not necessary.

I love the lighting and you've captured her personality. She'll treasure this photo.

i don't think I made the font big enough. ;0)

My friend, and fellow PN'er told me off fo the same thing recently - maybe I'll start listening soon.

I should either just leave it blank or come up with one of those dreadfully contrived titles.

Thanks for your comment.

Thanks Susan,

I hope so.

I have another 8000 of her if she doesn't. Almost enough to mke some sort of animation :0)

Paul, here is a quote for you (and me):

 

"Every time someone tells me how sharp my photos are, I assume that it isn't a very interesting photograph. If it were, they would have more to say."

Author Unknown

 

;) Back to the image - in short, I like it. Yes, there is a mood and a nostalgic atmosphere that is accentuated by the 'softness' of the image. Now, the question from me is: did you achieve the softness by design or was it an accident?

 

8000, eh? I've got about that many of my kid.... never thought to do an animation though... interesting possibilities.... Catch ya, M :)

Hi Michael, nice to hear from you again.

It was achieved on purpose - I had the flash with me but decided I wanted a more naturally lit shot (even if it was by a paper lantern).

I asked her to stay as still as possible and she obliged.

 

I realised though that whilt the shot would undoubtidly be soft, I might get lucky with the eyes, which is where i really wanted the sharpest elements of photo to be.

 

I think it worked, though when I look at my latest effort with the flash and whilst I wanted something more modern and sharp, I can't help but like the sharp one more.

 

Odd.

You asked her to stay still and she obliged? I'm impressed... not many children would do that - mine included ;) Funny how we 'select' our favourite images - it could be ones that others reject straight away... goes to show that the appreciation of an image is an subjective emotional experience laden with the 'baggage' of the viewer's past experiences. Catch ya. M :)