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12/16/2005 03:46:57 AM · #1 |
hi you all, i went out last night and shot some photos and id like to have some comments on this one, 
please comment and tell what i can do better.
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12/16/2005 04:01:13 AM · #2 |
When using long exposure, the temtation is always to set the exposure longer than is needed to capture the image (which is the case here). The tree seems properly exposed, but the background lights are all blown and too bright. Also, when you compose a shot, move around a bit, try to find a direction where you main subject won't be interesected by other objects (the light post).
Night shots are difficult to get just right, but I can tell you worked on a tripod (or other solid surface), which is good. Keep practicing, but try shorter LE times. |
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12/16/2005 04:09:41 AM · #3 |
I'd try to straighten the picture. A lot of it seems to be tilting over to the right.
Also, to the right of the tree, it looks like the moon (I think it's the moon!) is leaving a trail of light behind it. The effect is actually pretty cool, but I don't know if that's what you wanted.
I wonder how hard it would have been to layer out the tree and subdue the lights in the background. Those lights are all yellowish and the tree lights are bluish. I'd try and make the tree stand out more from the background.
I'm no expert on night shots, but I love playing around with them. Keep on shooting.
Message edited by author 2005-12-16 09:10:33.
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12/17/2005 09:02:55 AM · #4 |
I would probably try and change the composition a bit to add interest. The tree is smack dab in the middle with nothing of real interest in other areas.
I might have positioned the tree to the left of the scene and used the moving tail lights as a major part of the picture.
Another thing you could have tried is a shorter exposure time with a second curtain or slow sync flash.
Looks like a fun scene to play with :) |
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12/17/2005 09:07:20 AM · #5 |
I'd suggest a new crop.
Cut just right of the hotel, and close to the tree on the right side. That will move the tree out of the center, and get rid of the (distracting) buildings. |
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