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I’ve recently come to the realization that photography is a much-needed creative outlet and I would like to pursue it beyond the occasional snapshots of family gatherings and sunsets.
Towards that end; I’ve been trying to educate myself in finer operations of my equipment (Nikon D90) with regards to its settings and different modes of shooting. Additionally, I’m trying to learn the various software applications I have for processing (Lightroom 3 as well as CS5). What I’m finding is I’m chasing multiple avenues of interests, which include landscapes, portraits, nighttime shots, oddball objects, color, black and white etc.
I’m curious to know if this is a sound approach –as it all interests me or would you recommend mastering one area and moving on? If it’s the latter, which area would be a rational starting point?
It seems the fundamentals of composition; focus, coloration and final presentation would all need to be present in any good photograph regardless of the area of interest. Therefore, I would be grateful for any feedback on the following pictures with regards to the fundamentals previously mentioned. My aspiration is to be able to take photographs that begin to approach the quality of shots from the members of this forum.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
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I’ve recently come to the realization that photography is a much-needed creative outlet and I would like to pursue it beyond the occasional snapshots of family gatherings and sunsets.
Towards that end; I’ve been trying to educate myself in finer operations of my equipment (Nikon D90) with regards to its settings and different modes of shooting. Additionally, I’m trying to learn the various software applications I have for processing (Lightroom 3 as well as CS5). What I’m finding is I’m chasing multiple avenues of interests, which include landscapes, portraits, nighttime shots, oddball objects, color, black and white etc.
I’m curious to know if this is a sound approach –as it all interests me or would you recommend mastering one area and moving on? If it’s the latter, which area would be a rational starting point?
It seems the fundamentals of composition; focus, coloration and final presentation would all need to be present in any good photograph regardless of the area of interest. Therefore, I would be grateful for any feedback on the following pictures with regards to the fundamentals previously mentioned. My aspiration is to be able to take photographs that begin to approach the quality of shots from the members of this forum.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
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Thank you very much for the reply and your kind words.
I went back and changed the orientation of the first shot and removed the branch tip (I hadn't even noticed!) -resulting in a much better presentation. One of the interesting challenges I find myself confronting is overcoming a linear way of thinking and feeling like I need to adhere to what goes into the camera must ultimately be what comes out. This first shot is a prime example as the shot was taken from a landscape perspective while lying on my back. It never occurred to me to switch it to portrait.
The remaining portion of your response makes sense and I appreciate your perspective.
Again, thank you for the reply.
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85 and 50 1.4
45 PC and sb910 x2
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