johnvphoto

<p>While you've not said what you are actually photographing, f2.8 or f1.4 seems a bit odd. If you are using lights, either hotlights or strobe, they must be either far away from the subject or very underpowered, or have set a VERY low sensitivity on your camera/meter/film. <br> Over the years as well as making all that money, the photo industry has been making things easier. They almost did away with hand held meters, as most cameras have one built in. They've almost done away with film, lots of digital models out there, where you push the button and see the results immediately.<br> If you are in a studio setup, use a hand held meter, either way, if you're using a digital camera, push the button and look see the result. If it isn't what you want, change the lighting.<br> My point is, try it and see, there's no need for a mathematics degree in order to take a photo. Also, in days gone by there were"rules" for photography, female portraiture was 2:1, and male 3:1. These days it's accepted the people will know when it's right or not when they look at the results. Unless, of course, you are in a competition in a camera club :P<br> It has always been my opinion that the best way to learn to take photographs, is, to take photographs. Push the button, and look at the result. If it's not what you are looking for, change something. It really is the best way to learn.</p>

<p>Ah, thanks for your help guys. I seem to have run out of IQ today. Sorted now. Thanks again ;)</p>

<p>Thanks for your reply.<br /> When I click on My Workspace, I don't see "Personal Information", I see "Account Options", and can't find a link to change my email.</p> <p>J.</p>

<p>I've looked and eh, looked. I Can't find link to change my email address. I know I did this recently, but need to do it again. The link in the FAQ just isn't there.<br /> Help, I know I'm going mad, but this is making me worse ;)<br /> J.</p>