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FIRST WEDDING
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So, this was the first wedding I ever took photographs at…
I was strictly a guest, but really enjoyed capturing moments.
I like to think I have moved forwards from here, but thought I would begin at the beginning!
Any critiques would be very much appreciated, as would suggestions…
I hope I have embedded these correctly – first time I have tried this!
Thank god you are only a guest and took no money for these pictures, because I would not be so happy and nice if that would be the case. All photographs here are not worth even showing, straight to the bin! I can quickly critique them, but I think there’s no point – as the errors are just too huge.
The first one – composition is crap, the dress is cut off, the male is sticking out of nowhere, the white balance is WAAAAAY off. Her face looks like an orange, not like a face. Photo is not sharp. Bad exposure, bad lighting. Good moment, though!
The second one – What is that black thing around the whole photograph? It’s not even a vignette, it just looks like a sheet of black paper purposely placed infront of the lens, what is it, and why is it there? Why is the photo so orange? I can’t even see what’s on the photograph to judge, because all those things are not allowing me to.
The third one – Heads sticking out from the bottom, a bit of “something” on the left of the photograph. Strong shadows aka crap lighting.
The fourth – heads sticking out once again, top 1/2 of the photo means nothing, unpleasant background, bad lighting aka strong shadows.
P.S. What is that copyright symbol and text? Get rid of it, it looks horrible + I don’t think anyone will be tempted to steal photos like this. Sorry, but that is the harsh truth. Good luck with the learning!
I’m all for critique of images but this is downright ignorant & rude, again!
ExposureMe, this critique is not helpful and is unacceptable.
Please see my pm to you.i actually think the second picture is lovely :)
the others need some improvement but they are the classic pictures when you are the guest and stay at your place trying not to be in the way of the pros hired for the job. Hence heads in front of you etc…
you are saying you have moved on from here so i wonder if there is any need to critique the above.
exposureme did mention what’s technically wrong with them, pity he has done in such an arrogant way..
claudio
I would suggest that you join a camera club where you can learn about photography, the settings on your camera &
how to understand to manipulate them to capture better images.Keep posting by the way. There are always bumps in the road!
Hi Jessica…as above you will have to learn how to use your camera re: exposure and composition first…camera clubs are a great place to start and I have to agree that the first critique was way over the top but we all learn the hard way…its ok trying a few snaps as a guest at a wedding but you have a long way to go before you would ever be out there taking professional photos…claim79…Jessica asked for critique and sometimes you will get a response like the first one here….keep at it Jessica because I often look back on shots I took 10 years ago thinking they were great and now…well…all I can say is…where’s the bin ??
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Hi Jessica.
Firstly, I don’t shoot weddings & for the most time,I don’t shoot people, but for me, I actually like #1 and #3. Although they are not technically good shots, they do capture something that a lot of professional photographers rarely capture. Namely, the “in between” moments and funnily enough, it’s these moments that tend to be more memorable to the couple, than the “perfectly lit and posed” shots that they have in their albums. We all try to learn from the pros how best to use our equipment, composition, lighting, poses etc, and there is plenty of help out there on Youtube and books, camera clubs etc. I suggest, keep shooting, join a camera club, read books or look up some video tutorials on Youtube, and then, shoot some more. Honest critique is a good thing, but you shouldn’t be discouraged if it is not favourable. After all, it’s only someone else’s opinion. You should try to learn from the points that were raised and don’t take it to heart. Don’t get too bogged down on technicalities. The main thing is to keep shooting and enjoy doing it.
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