Chelsea - First Bridal shoot

jdorseydesign

This was my very first bridal shoot. I scouted out the locations ahead of time, but I was extremely nervous about her getting the dress dirty. Luckily with clever use of blankets we managed to get these done without any dress damage

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I'd love to get some C&C on these, as it's the only way I'll get better!

jdorseydesign

I sure would like to get some critiques on these...

Antonlm

jdorseydesign wrote:

I sure would like to get some critiques on these...

Sorry, I would if I felt I could do it better. But would you be willing to explain what you did to number 6. I really like it.

lisarhinehart

I am a newbie myself, but I'll throw in my two cents. I like your processing and believe your exposure is spot on. I would like to see more close ups and wider apertures, but believe she will be very happy with the shoot.

tenoverthenose

Here's my thoughts....

#1 Nice reflection.
#2 Just like #1, but with more on the right side of the frame. Unfortunately, it doesn't add anything to me.
#3 Clean simple shot.
#4 A bit flat for my taste. Looks like it could be warmed up (she looks a bit cool) and brightened. Next time, put her head in the sun (same as her right arm) to get a cool rim light.
#5 I don't like the tree out of her head and she looks goofy.
#6 I like the symmetry, maybe a square crop (take off the bottom of the frame), but the flowers are out of place.
#7 The gazebo structure directly over her head competes with the bride.
#8 Nice pose, dress is blown.
#9 Just like #8. I like the lower angle better as it things the bride.

dawssvt

Wow! What an awesome setting. I love #1 :ivar