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Forum: Post Your Photos! 03-21-2011, 05:49 AM  
People Backyard patio portrait
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 2
Views: 1,700
Lol, I had to blame something! It was shot in shade and that was the WB setting. The closest thing that could have influenced the color is a cedar fence, but it was about 10 feet behind her.

I really like the blue filter, I haven't played with PP filters. All I did was manual WB adjustments. The last one you did is fantastic! Thanks for the help.
Forum: Post Your Photos! 03-20-2011, 07:44 PM  
People Backyard patio portrait
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 2
Views: 1,700
My first time to try an up close portrait. It was a nice day, and decided to annoy my daughter by making her sit still for me while I experimented. I'm still struggling with overall color quality, but think most of problem is the kit lens. Anyway, I'm satisfied with the outcome of this one, just need to keep working. C and C very welcome!

Enjoy!

Forum: Photo Critique 02-03-2011, 07:17 PM  
Black & White K-x and OM-1
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 3
Views: 1,990
Thanks! How did you do it? I tried it several times and it wouldn't embed.
Forum: Photo Critique 02-03-2011, 03:50 PM  
Black & White K-x and OM-1
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 3
Views: 1,990
I got this one of my daughter learning how to use an "old fashioned" camera - my wife's Olympus OM-1. I was learning how to use the Sigma 70-200, f2.8 that I had rented.... Thoughts on the composition and the B&W PP?


http://www.photoshop.com/users/gardphoto/assets/924dc47b12bc42fc8384796f3bf19075
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 02-01-2011, 09:43 AM  
Bad habit or not?
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
Yes, not always to 100%, but larger than what is displayed. What you say really helps me feel better about my shots so far. I was getting discouraged with the image degradation I was seeing. Whew! Thanks!
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 02-01-2011, 09:37 AM  
Bad habit or not?
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
Thanks! I do use the LCD for the quick review, but realize its' limitations. My tendency is to over analyze on the computer.

I do shoot RAW, but I tend to do the review once it's converted to JPG at the end. I wasn't aware of all the variations regarding the accuracy you mention, that really is good information that you can't learn from reading a book! Thanks so much for the insight
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 02-01-2011, 09:30 AM  
Bad habit or not?
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
LOL - I haven't heard that term before, but I suspect thats what I am doing. THanks!
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 01-31-2011, 09:19 AM  
Bad habit or not?
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
I have a habit of zooming the view of the photos I take to see what the clarity is up close. As a result, I notice a marked decrease in the sharpness. Is this a bad habit for judging the image quality and sharpness? Thanks!
Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 01-29-2011, 07:54 PM  
Texas sunset
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 0
Views: 2,192
Texas sunset
Forum: Photo Critique 01-02-2011, 07:12 PM  
Misc Honest opinions on technical aspects
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 12
Views: 2,858
Thanks! May I ask the changes to the brightness/contrast, e.g. +/-
Forum: Photo Critique 01-02-2011, 07:09 PM  
Misc Honest opinions on technical aspects
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 12
Views: 2,858
I thought the EXIF is what I included at the top of the post - maybe I have the wrong terminology.
Forum: Photo Critique 01-02-2011, 07:05 PM  
Misc Honest opinions on technical aspects
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 12
Views: 2,858
Thanks for the input. I'm still playing around and learning new things, so I thought this close up would be a good test for both me and the camera.
Forum: Photo Critique 12-29-2010, 06:58 PM  
Misc Honest opinions on technical aspects
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 12
Views: 2,858
I would appreciate honest critiques on the following two photos. Not so much the subject itself, but the IQ, color, bokeh, sharpness, and noise levels.

Feel free to dis the cat as much as you like :-)

Both are:
Pentax Kx with kit 18-55
ISO 3200
f 6.7
Tv 1/8
55mm
slight WB adjusting


the first one has 100% noise reduction in PSE 9.0

the second one has 50% noise reduction, different WB
Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 12-23-2010, 06:35 PM  
Christmas Sidewalk
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 0
Views: 2,606
800 iso
Forum: Photo Critique 12-19-2010, 02:39 PM  
Night Christmas sidewalk
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 5
Views: 2,079
Thanks! I was a little concerned about a slower shutter speed because the wind was blowing the trees. But, now I think that would have added a nice effect - live and learn... Thanks again for the help!
Forum: Photo Critique 12-18-2010, 04:31 PM  
Night Christmas sidewalk
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 5
Views: 2,079
Didn't turn out quite the way I wanted - too darn cold and I rushed! Was trying to get the entire sidewalk and demonstrate the color and brilliance of the lights. Wished it was a little clearer and i may have overdone it with PP.

Pentax Kx
Kit 18-55mm
ISO 800
Tv 1s
f14
on a tripod
Forum: Post Your Photos! 11-28-2010, 07:31 PM  
Nature Punching a hole through the nigth
Posted By Pentexan
Replies: 1
Views: 1,452
On a trip to Big Bend area of Texas during Thanksgiving. My daughter and I were playing with the camera trying to see what we could do with such a brilliant moon. We set the camera on top of the car and started experimenting, with the intent of trying to show the outline of the mountain by moonlight. I never expected to pick up so many stars, and I have to admit I really like the flare that was created.

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