benjamindbloom

I wasn't sure where to post this. I took this photo as a part of an

engagement session at the request of my clients. It has more of a street

feel, but for the fact that it's set up. It's not really a portrait, but at the

same time it does tell a story about the two subjects. It's almost a

landscape, but not quite. What do you think?

Thanks for any and all comments.

All comments/critiques welcome. Thanks!

Strobist Details:

580EX through a 18" softbox camera right, silver reflector camera left,

two bare speedlights on the background.

This past weekend I photographed the 65th Annual Stowe Derby. For

those unfamiliar with the race, it starts atop Mt. Mansfield,

Vermont's highest peak, and ends in the center of Stowe. The course

starts with a 3 mile, 2000' vertical drop followed by 8 miles of cross

country skiing into town. The race must be completed on one single

pair of skis. Frequently, hilarity ensues as cross country racers try

to descend alpine ski trails.

I saw a similar shot a long time ago with a CFL blub. Recently, I

started thinking about doing the shot with clear bulbs. Happened to

have this one kicking around in the utility drawer.

Found in a junkyard near my neighborhood...

Thanks.

I had a great session with this girl even though the park I picked out

had a cross country running event going on while we were shooting.

I have another version without the branch, but for some reason I like

this one.

Is the shadow under his nose distracting to you? The sun was

streaming in and I filled his face using a 580EX into a shoot through

umbrella. Does it work? I think he looks a bit like Leonardo

DiCaprio in this shot.

Available light. A building to the left gave a nice rim light to him.

Shutter speed was slower than I would have preferred, in retrospect,

so it's not tack sharp, but I think it's close enough. Do you?

From the end of a senior portrait session this weekend. I thought

we'd have some fun with some non-traditional shots.

Sigma 105mm 2.8 Macro on a 20D. 580ex on camera triggering 430ex in a

softbox held above and slightly to the right.

This is not my normal subject matter, but I had a good time walking

around a new city taking new photos.

Trying out some new equipment. Softbox high and left with a 430EX in

it commanded by a 580EX on camera

Took a different commute home from work yesterday and it paid off with

a beautiful view.

Thanks, Mike. My wife was quite pleased to hear your compliments. :)

I enjoyed flipping through your photos. I especially enjoyed the shots from the Smokies. Really beautiful work.

Trying to learn more about lighting and posing. Would appreciate any

feedback or tips.

Thanks!