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Old 03-27-2009, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by low-wattage View Post
As for the shooting time, I would have gotten her under an awning or a patio, taken some of the light of of her. Not always possible to do in a street shooting situation. But I carry one of the pop-up Lastolite reflectors, and I'll hold it up over the subject blocking the sun off of them. Its hard to shoot when holding a reflector, trying to frame and compose. If you're there with someone, or if someone is standing near by, ask them =) Generally theyre willing and able.
I like the photo. She's kinda frightening, in a good way =)
thanks for the feedback. You are right, the lastolite reflectors can do the trick to address the lighting situation. And, ask someone standing by to help
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