I stumbled across this website by accident. It just happened to have many examples of the kinds of images that I am looking to reproduce for my work. However, I have no idea who the photographer is, but the commentry and the photo meta-data is very useful.
The photographers comments and detail are indicated in grey italics with my observations in this orange colour.
Beautiful side light was falling on this rugged wall and that gave me an opportunity to use the shadows as part of the composition. ISO 1000, 1/40th second at f/3.5 using a 145mm focal length.
It is great to get an insight into why the photographer took this photo. However, you can instantly see the texture in the wall behind.
The use of colour, gold dress, blonde hair, tanned skin, contrasts well against the grey wall.
I love this picture. It has an element of mystery about it. I find it easy to seek out colour and go mad with it and sometimes all that is needed is a calm monochrome frame of mind.
Taken in black and white this image lacks the vibrancy of the others, However, it does create an intrigue all of its own.
This near mono picture is a favourite of mine. Aperture Priority, ISO 200, 1/60th at f/4 with plus 1 stop of exposure compensation.
I love the simplicity of this image. The image is taken in colour, but it almost looks like it has been taken in black and white and the shoes have been coloured in.
I used a zoomed in on camera flash for this frame too. Getting the mix of natural light and flash is the key to the success of this style of shot. ISO 100, 1/200th second at f/18
This exhibits a wonderful vibrant use of colour. Red skirt, yellow wall, white blouse, all contrast well in this splash of colours.
The way the model is highlighted too, with their use of flash, simply drags your attention to the main subject.
Another frame against the red doors. This time I used on camera flash to add the punch. ISO 400, 1/200th second at f/11
As above, the background colour is striking. It is interesting how the model is lined up against the wall, with her breasts actually lining up with the break between the top and bottom of the doors.
The straight lines add a feeling of structure. The peeling paint and the damage to the doors erases any thoughts of formality and also adds a nice element of texture.
The use of flash highlights the main subject allowing the colours of her light top and skin to contrast well with the red backdrop of the doors.
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Hi
ReplyDeleteYour analysis of the images you have researched is very clear,by this I mean you are identifying what it is that you like, and can add of value to your own work. Your critical analysis of images will raise the level of your work.
Keep a tight reign on the criteria you have to meet and the labels you produce, you are aware of this and need to keep it up. Find an answer for all of them and a distinction awaits.
Steve