just a quick snapshot..

[brian_dg]

Larger Version: http://i943.photobucket.com/albums/a...e/IMG_4986.jpg
Camera: Canon EOS 500D
Lens: 50mm 1.8
Shutter Speer: 1/40
Aperture: 1.8
ISO 1600
Flash off

this is my friend playing a guitar.. just some quick snapshot.. didn't really think about it so I didn't really have a goal on what I'm trying to achieve. I know it's really really bad so what can you guys say or will do to improve it anything harsh is welcome too I also find composing with portrait shots difficult

[jdallen]

I like the composition. A little out of focus though.

[dave.turley]

Hi,
It's a little out of focus as mentioned. You need to try and check the background as a cluttered one is distracting. Try and get the eyes in focus. This is always a great starting point.
Dave

[fotoworx]

I definitely agree with dave. I know it was a snapshot but you always want to make sure of your background, I really like your use of DoF by having the guitar out of focus like that, by having the background less distracting and having the eyes in focus I think this would have been a really good shot.


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[brian_dg]

thanks to your comments guys will definitely try to use those tips next time

how about the whitebalance? do you think I should fix it or leave it as is? btw he's wearing a white uniform..

[Laurenbiz]

The white balance, I think, is fine. I like the warm tone from the WB. Just the focus is a problem! :-)