Originally posted by clackers Probably got to find another way, Don, to get the expressions you want, with a regular lens at regular distances.
At 500mm, it's hard to get everything right ... do you agree the focus seems to be on the plane of her vest collar rather than her eyes?
clackers - I agree about the focus, but I think I would probably soften the vest, as I like the softness of her face. I usually try to capture her with my 18-135mm, but I was messing around with my new (to me) Sigma 150-500mm and just grabbed a couple of shots as she was walking towards me.
Originally posted by micromacro I can't explain why, but I like this picture. It's something special in there. Maybe love
micromacro - Yeah, I just like it too. Maybe love? Hell yeah - she gave me the okay for the Sigma!
Originally posted by Schraubstock Hi
This image is worthy of a bit of tinkering, mainly to lessen the overbearing green background which is the result of a strong green cast which in turn also destroys the skin tones. Its also a bit soft for obvious reasons but I, for one, don't mind that.
Cheers
Schraubstock - Thanks for your work. You certainly improved the coloring. There was no doubt that the green needed to be put under control. I put the photo up here with almost no work at all.
Thanks for all the thoughts - I always learn on this site.