Newbie here... with her self portrait

[Betty]

Hi all,

Nice to be here! I havent been into photography for very long, but its something I think I could really get into. I love taking photos of people, posed and candid, and Ive practised on myself for the most part

I took this photo some time ago, but thought it would be a good starting point. I dont have models, or a studio, or good lighting ay my disposal, so I do the best I can in my bedroom with my Fuji Finepix

No processing done at all, thats something I need to learn yet. C+C welcome

 

[CT]

Hello Betty.

Commendably good shot - it's not easy doing self portraits.

You need to get back from the camera a bit, as shooting that close tends to distort the face as it has here. I have this vision of you smiling and reaching for the shutter button.

Get yourself comfortable at the right distance and pre-focus using Manual focus, then use the delayed timer to release the shutter.

Your shot looks a bit soft and will stand sharpening, but as you say, you haven't processed it. Good effort and good first post.

 

[Betty]

Thanks CT, I think it actually looks better smaller

I did actually set the timer, and I cant remember what I was thinking of to smile like that Once I get an office up and running, I can start processing my shots

 

[moomike]

Completely agree with CT, very good effort, especially for a 1st post
Table lamps make excellent lighting sources as long as you control the exposure & white balance correctly - heat resistant theatre gels may be an idea to extend your options until you're sorted with your lighting.
Looking forward to the next ones

 

[Betty]

Thanks moomike! I have some others but they might be best suited to the glamour section, although they are mostly of my back, but no real nudity.

Ill have a wander in there later to see if they will fit the criteria

 

[theMusicMan]

Hi Betty,

That really is a very good first post. Shows confidence and enthusiasm - and I like that! So tell us, are you considering purchasing another camera or do you intend sticking with the Fuji for the time being...?

 

[Betty]

For the time being musicman, (you all have some awesome names btw ) I am going to stick with it. Its the S6500fd which cost me the best part of £200, and to me, that is a lot of money when saving for a house, so I fully intend on taking this seriously

I think I am a very confident person, I am never one to shy away from the camera, infact I am the one jumping in front of them most of the time

And thanks for your comments, its just making me more determined