People Practice Civil War Style

[Jesoid]

I don't know why but I seem to have a real issue photographing people, its like a phobia or something.
I went to the Civil War Re-enactment at Newstead Abbey on Monday in the hope I could do something about this.Took my youngest with me as she is starting A-Level photography soon.
It was a brilliant day and I take my hat off to the members who must have been cooking in their uniforms.
This is my first attempt at people so I would be very appreciative for all comments
1

The Sealed Knot by John Jesney, on Flickr
2

The Sealed Knot by John Jesney, on Flickr
3

The Sealed Knot by John Jesney, on Flickr
4

The Sealed Knot by John Jesney, on Flickr

 

[faddius]

What a great way to get over your issue with photographing people, I particularly like no. 2, it's a great portrait. Did your daughter manage to get any shots? It could turn into a competition between you and her

 

[Roblkoster]

The second shot is great - just a shame he didn't look at the camera. Lovely shots all round dude

 

[DrGed]

Yes, I really like No2 as well : I think it's a great shot.

Also, I think No4 is a great capture.

No s!gns of a phobia there as far as I can see!

As an after thought, I've cropped the last one and wondered if people thought it improves things at all.

 

[Jesoid]

Thanks guys,really appreciate your comments.
It's stupid I know, guess I just need to put more thought into the composition etc.
Ged, definately an improvement, thanks buddy
John