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Old 03-11-2010, 04:18 AM
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This is my daughter Alice. At the time of this picture she is 11 days old (she's a month old today!). I know, let's all give a collective, "Awww..."
I've been working on focus lately and I wanted critque specifically on the focus, but I'd also like some feedback on the post-processing and lighting. I'm quite untalented with Photoshop and the only changes I made were to adjust the brightness/contrast levels and the curves. I also "healed" the red spots on her eyelids. I set up my backdrop in front of a large window and also had one light next to the camera and one light about 45 degrees on the left of my camera.
My aim for this image (if it matters in your critique) is to capture her actual newborn beauty and not process the bejeezus out of her.
This is my first post ever and the first time I've ever sought a critique on my photos, so while I sincerely want honest feedback, please be gentle.
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Old 03-11-2010, 04:31 AM
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I think the focus looks good and I feel you have accomplished capturing a natural newborn state.

Welcome to dPS. I think the lighting is decent. I almost fell out of my chair when you stated your placed your backdrop in front of large window. Try to use that window for some natural light photography. I bet it would be awesome.
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Old 03-11-2010, 02:02 PM
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Do you feel like the lighting is harsh? I originally started off without the lights and just natural light but the color was bluish. I'm not sure if there was a noticeable difference in shadows.
Also, do you feel like the skin tone is still pretty natural? Do you feel like there's anything else I can change about my settings or setup that would make a better image?
I'm planning to try and get some shots of Alice and her brother Lincoln together so I'm anxious to get it right the first time. Lincoln is two and has very limited patience for doing what he's told. ha ha
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