Playing with light

[akmommag]

Took this shot of my son at dusk on 4th of July - he was patiently (?) waiting for it to get dark enough to light fireworks. I love it, but not sure if thats just because I seldom get pix of him where he's not looking disgusted with me, or if its really a cool photo. Would like your feedback and suggestions to do more shots like this.

[akmommag]

sorry, forgot to include info about the shot - it was taken with an Olympus e-300 - it was a couple years ago, so have no idea the settings, etc. sorry -

[EOBeav]

Unfortunately, your shot was exposed for the sky (or the flame) and his face is entirely too dark.

[akmommag]

I have CS5 - do you think this is a correctable issue? I kinda thought the darkness of the face made it more interesting - my bad, I guess.

[sheila3]

Yeah i think his face is a bit dark also. I am just learning about metering and light and etc etc so can't give you any tips. It is a cool shot tho.