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paulgibson

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Hi
basically i thought id post a few of my better pics and hopefully you could give me some pointers as to how to improve my technique.
sorry if this is the wrong place, didnt want critique as such more some tips.

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Paul
 
I think it would help if you gave us a bit more info, such as settings, gear used and what sort of help you are after, paul.

Heather
 
Canon 600D, AV (AP) f5... ;)

Sorry Heather, as exif is in tact, although it did not list the lens on my program. I assume it's a kit lens, and a dedicated macro lens would give better pics.

These are well taken considering though and a brave first post IMHO.

When taking pics like this do a bit of house work, i.e: clip some distractions so they don't distract from your main subject. #1 &#3 is the better one for me, 'cos it has a shallower DOF.

Oh, and as Heather says, what help are you after?
 
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Hello and welcome Paul!

As the others have said, a bit of info about the kit you are using and the specific help you are looking for would be really useful.

The first one is the best for me, with the nicely diffused background.

You say you don't want critique, only tips? A word of advice from me - ask for and accept any critique you can! Sometimes it may be a bit painful to hear criticism of what you consider to be a good image, but it can only help you to become a better photographer in the long run.

Most folk on here will give you constructive critique...yes, they'll point out the flaws, but hopefully they'll point out the good points also and the best ways to improve.

If you're anything like me, then you're on a steep, steep learning curve, but you'll get plenty of help and advice on this forum.

Janet
 
Out of the 3 the 1st one is the best but i would have cut away the stalks of the flowers growing eigher side, i find them distracting from the poppy near center or i would change composition a bit cause the poppy in the background is cut in two. The other 2 photos the flowers in them look a bit lackluster.
 
Hi
Thanks for the posts, already some helpfull advice given, yeah sorry bit on the vague side there. all 3 were taken using a Canon EOS 600 With the 18-55MM kit lens.
pic 1, F/5, ISO 100, EXPOSURE 1/400
Pic 2, F/4 ISO 100, EXPOSURE 1/500
pic 3 F/5 ISO 100, EXPOSURE 1/600
dont think what i meant came across to well in the post, not afraid to be criticised, was worried it would be done by veterans who can spot every flaw (seen a few forums that can be pretty cutting), not that i think you should tell people rubbish work is good.

but theres already some good advice to do with the composure of the shots and cropping more, ill have a play with Elements and try to tidy them up slightly.
Lens, the kit ive noticed isnt so great this close up, going get a 100mm canon macro lens hopefully on payday, as im really in to shots of bugs and insects.

Thanks very much for the posts and advice

Paul
 
I think adding some shadow would bring out the contrast better. There in no definite lines here. It would also bring down the satiation and give the flower more of a natural look.

The other thing that I found that helps when shooting in bright daylight is to use a gray card to set your white balance. I see less of that harsh light that the bright sun puts out.
 
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