1st Real Attempt at Portraiture

I'd say that the focus, exposure and DoF are all good, although there seem to be slight variations in exposure from picture to picture.

I think that what might give rise to some discussion are the posing and composition.
 
DrGed said:
I'd say that the focus, exposure and DoF are all good, although there seem to be slight variations in exposure from picture to picture.

I think that what might give rise to some discussion are the posing and composition.
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Hi! thanks for taking the time to reply, Yes your right there will be variations in the editing, As i say i haven't really tried this sort of stuff beforehand so was basically experimenting with settings etc..
 
3 is my fave like the lighting and DOF. For a 1st attempt if be happy with them :)
 
I have a lot to learn on portrait work although i do love it, i love 3 it's certainly my favorite closely followed by the next 2 (y)
 
I don't really know anything about portraiture but my initial thoughts when looking at the set is I like 2,3 and 4 but I find 1 and 5 pretty unflattering, number 1 more so, like I say I don't know anything about it but I think the lighting especially in 1 is causing harsh shadows around the eyes which is the first thing I noticed which obviously isn't ideal, her face also seems under exposed to me in 1
 
You'll grow to find that the eyes are what makes a great portrait.

With the exception of 3, the eyes are slightly dark.

Composition is good and you have mixed it up a fair bit and the DOF works really well.

I would suggest getting a reflector, doesnt have to be massive but would give a lift to the eye area and then I think you are away.
 
Thanks for the Critique all, Deleted a couple of the original ones now so sorry for any confusion caused in the comments now lol.. But i have had a bit of a play on the first one again mainly around the eyes but also with a few other bits on photoshop, Does it look any better?
 
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Its certainly brighter, then whole image is brighter and the WB has cooled (would warm up slightly because of woodland though - I like my images blue tinted on the whole but looks unnatural here). I think from here if you reduce exposure a little or up the contrast (might get it) then correct WB its right.

You get the idea though - engagement comes from the eyes. Focus is spot on, to the point you see her contacts.
 
dannyrich said:
Its certainly brighter, then whole image is brighter and the WB has cooled (would warm up slightly because of woodland though - I like my images blue tinted on the whole but looks unnatural here). I think from here if you reduce exposure a little or up the contrast (might get it) then correct WB its right.

You get the idea though - engagement comes from the eyes. Focus is spot on, to the point you see her contacts.
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Had yet another play lol..


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First two - you're using too wide a lens. 50mm at that distance looks horrible.
 
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