I took this when I was out with Jem the other day and it was taken as I walked up the steps from the beach, with my camera hanging round my neck. I didn't want to stop and compose an image – she looked worried enough without some stranger stopping to photograph her.
captured camera lens aperture shutter speed shooting mode exposure bias metering mode ISO flash image quality RAW converter cropped?
1.23pm on 18/9/07
Canon 5D
EF 35mm f/1.4L USM
f/4.0
1/800
aperture priority
+0.0
evaluative
100
no
RAW
C1 Pro
2x1
comment by m at 09:09 PM (GMT) on 23 September, 2007
very 50's
comment byRichard Trim at 09:32 PM (GMT) on 23 September, 2007
This sort of image is very evocative and one I'd like to develop lots... But the taking of it is fraught with difficulties. I think having a female companion could possibly be a real asset ... But in doesn't make your cause, credibility and integrity totally fool proof. It's a real dilemna. It would be interesting to hear other bloggers views and stratagies if/when taking this type of image. This particular image shouts all sorts of messages ... I like it.
comment byowen-b at 09:45 PM (GMT) on 23 September, 2007
I'm afraid I'm ducking out of the 'photographing adult-less minors' discussion as that way endless circular discussion/argument lies. I think all that needs to be said is that times have changed and we as photographers can't do a great deal about it except be as open and honest as we can.
Photographically, I don't like the selective colour processing on this at all I'm afraid, and I really don't like the central composition but if I'm right in my assumption that you took it 'blind' without framing up through the viewfinder then I can understand. Nice moment though.
comment byCraig@id7 at 10:17 PM (GMT) on 23 September, 2007
Dave
Without the debate, which I believe is important, shooting from the hip in a public place is fair game. Owen is right tho, times have changed and its probably rare that you wouldnt get challenged for this in this day and age. I still shoot, then ask, If I can. On a technical note, did you clip the black on purpose for effect or to raise debate 'post' B&W tutorial? If I know you, it was probably for both reasons!!. I like the image, the contrast is a bit to 'hot' for me, but I am loving the retro look of that kid, having said that her parents need a word in the ear.... if you know what I mean.
CJ
comment byJohn Washington at 10:25 PM (GMT) on 23 September, 2007
I think the hand coloured effect is something that could be developed Dave, but on this occasion I just don't believe it works. You have managed to present a nostalgic feel; however, the modern portacabin in the background is spoilng that aesthetic.
I would be interested to see this re worked with the hand toning effect applied to the whole image with perhaps just a bit of overemphasis on the main subject.
This would have benefited from a severe crop on the left to remove the Portakabin completely. But otherwise I like the hand coloured retro look.
comment byJem at 12:47 AM (GMT) on 24 September, 2007
Hehe - I remember this little girl now - had forgotten about her if it wasn't for your photo ;)
I really like what you've done with the post-processing - I didn't think at the time the wideangle of the 35mm would work - but it really has, and put the shot in perspective! Have to agree with others comments and say that I prefer this version to the other :)
comment byLaura at 09:17 AM (GMT) on 24 September, 2007
I do prefer this one. The buildings do not bother me and I think the photo is more powerfull because of the 2x1.
comment by Audrey Mottishaw at 04:28 PM (GMT) on 24 September, 2007
I prefer the first one, because the frame is full. You could darken the top corners if they worry you. They are all part of the picture.
Poor little girl, her weight makes her look old before her time.
I took this when I was out with Jem the other day and it was taken as I walked up the steps from the beach, with my camera hanging round my neck. I didn't want to stop and compose an image – she looked worried enough without some stranger stopping to photograph her.
camera
lens
aperture
shutter speed
shooting mode
exposure bias
metering mode
ISO
flash
image quality
RAW converter
cropped?
Canon 5D
EF 35mm f/1.4L USM
f/4.0
1/800
aperture priority
+0.0
evaluative
100
no
RAW
C1 Pro
2x1
very 50's
This sort of image is very evocative and one I'd like to develop lots... But the taking of it is fraught with difficulties. I think having a female companion could possibly be a real asset ... But in doesn't make your cause, credibility and integrity totally fool proof. It's a real dilemna. It would be interesting to hear other bloggers views and stratagies if/when taking this type of image. This particular image shouts all sorts of messages ... I like it.
I'm afraid I'm ducking out of the 'photographing adult-less minors' discussion as that way endless circular discussion/argument lies. I think all that needs to be said is that times have changed and we as photographers can't do a great deal about it except be as open and honest as we can.
Photographically, I don't like the selective colour processing on this at all I'm afraid, and I really don't like the central composition but if I'm right in my assumption that you took it 'blind' without framing up through the viewfinder then I can understand. Nice moment though.
Dave
Without the debate, which I believe is important, shooting from the hip in a public place is fair game. Owen is right tho, times have changed and its probably rare that you wouldnt get challenged for this in this day and age. I still shoot, then ask, If I can. On a technical note, did you clip the black on purpose for effect or to raise debate 'post' B&W tutorial? If I know you, it was probably for both reasons!!. I like the image, the contrast is a bit to 'hot' for me, but I am loving the retro look of that kid, having said that her parents need a word in the ear.... if you know what I mean.
CJ
I think the hand coloured effect is something that could be developed Dave, but on this occasion I just don't believe it works. You have managed to present a nostalgic feel; however, the modern portacabin in the background is spoilng that aesthetic.
I would be interested to see this re worked with the hand toning effect applied to the whole image with perhaps just a bit of overemphasis on the main subject.
This would have benefited from a severe crop on the left to remove the Portakabin completely. But otherwise I like the hand coloured retro look.
Hehe - I remember this little girl now - had forgotten about her if it wasn't for your photo ;)
I really like what you've done with the post-processing - I didn't think at the time the wideangle of the 35mm would work - but it really has, and put the shot in perspective! Have to agree with others comments and say that I prefer this version to the other :)
I do prefer this one. The buildings do not bother me and I think the photo is more powerfull because of the 2x1.
I prefer the first one, because the frame is full. You could darken the top corners if they worry you. They are all part of the picture.
Poor little girl, her weight makes her look old before her time.