"Thanks. This was the first shot of The Forth Bridge at night I've took. This was taken from South Queensferry in Edinburgh. There is another location from the opposite side(North Queensferry) that I'm going to try this from.…"
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Aperture
Started this discussion. Last reply by CameraClicker Oct 24, 2011. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Would I be correct in thinking that aperture works like pupil in my eye? Can anyone recommend a book or website to me which gives me information on how lenses work? Cheers, Neil. Continue
Using manual
Started this discussion. Last reply by Papa Rotzzi Sep 1, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi, long time since I've uploaded any photos but I'd just like to say that I've been out practicing a lot and I'm glad that I've now started using Manual mode - about time to! I can't believe that…Continue
Adding photographs
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kenton Smith Aug 4, 2011. 4 Replies 1 Like
Personally I don't think this site is for the purpose of 'every shot you have ever taken'. I just seen some uploads of the same guy so many times I now think I recognise him! I'm pretty sure that…Continue
Photographing groups of people - advice needed please.
Started this discussion. Last reply by CameraClicker May 31, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I've been asked to go to my mates house to photograph her and her friends for an hour or so next month. There will be a few of them, maybe 8 to 10. I have a few ideas. I'm wondering if anyone…Continue
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Neil Crooks replied to Neil Crooks's discussion Tips on how to make this shot better please. Cheers. in the group Photo Criticism
Neil Crooks replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"Thank you all for replying. Great help. @ Gary, your shot is quality and your advice will be noted down for next time. Thanks. "
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Forth Bridge
"Neil, see my comment and picture correction under Photo Criticism where you posted it. Great bridge you have there."
Ron Lashley replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"I can't add much but keep in mind that a tripod can become a monopod by just extending one leg, no need to go buy one unless you need it all the time."
CameraClicker replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"You can get reasonable results with fairly modest equipment and some cropping if the goal is a smaller image, like the web.
This is the original JPG, probably converted from raw using DPP. It was taken with an 8 Mpx, Canon 30D, and Sigma…"
Reg Warboys replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"Another tip Neil, set as Gary says manual focus, if you happen to own a monopod fix your camera, sway back and forward until the subject comes into sharp focus, and hope for the best, This is one I shot when I lived in Thailand
Sigma 105…"
Gary Vernon replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"Hi Neil,
the bee is only occupying around 5 percent of the image space - if you are going to center the subject it's a better idea to fill the frame with it by cropping in.
As dedicated Macro lens will give you the 1:1 ratio needed usually with…"
Reg Warboys replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"First you need to get a lot closer Neil, fill the frame with the bee if possible, best done with a true macro lens. Not easy to get a good sharp image in the garden with things moving. "
Ron Lashley replied to Neil Crooks's discussion Tips on how to make this shot better please. Cheers. in the group Photo Criticism"Bob is talking about setting your camera white balance to incandescent so the picture will not be so red. If the photo was taken in a RAW format, the white balance can be changed in software on the computer. You may want to keep some red…"
Jared Weaver replied to Neil Crooks's discussion What do I need to do to get more detail on the Bee? Set the camera up and wait?? in the group Photo Criticism"Manually select and auto focus point on your camera and use that to focus on the bee as opposed to letting your camera automatically select the focus point."
Neil Crooks replied to Neil Crooks's discussion Tips on how to make this shot better please. Cheers. in the group Photo Criticism"Thanks for the reply. Will try and work out how to do that. It's a work in progress and wanted some advice. Cheers, Neil.
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"Set the "White Balance" to incandescent/tungsten!"
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- About Me and My Photography Experience:
- Hi, I've just taken photography up. I'm interested in agriculture, wildlife, landscapes and abstract shots. I'm still playing around with the camera and have joined this site for some help and guidance.
- My Photography Equipment:
- Canon 500D. Standard 18-55mm lens which came with it and I also purchased a 70-300mm Sigma Macro lens. I have bought a tripod. And a bag to carry all that in. So, that's me for the moment. Wont be spending anymore until I've got to grips with what I've got!
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Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 7:17am on October 24, 2011,
nathan mccreery said… - Neil, If you can use the information that's great. I am always glad to be of assistance. Check out the "Time Life" series. It is the most definitive series on photography that I'm aware of, even though the illustrations are a little dated. Sorry for getting "into it" on your question. I've been doing commercial work for over 30 years and teaching it at university level for 25. I get a little annoyed when partially correct, or patently false, information is posted.
- At 10:35am on July 24, 2011,
Rick Guinan said… - Thanks Neil! You have some stunning imagery as well.
- At 2:20pm on May 27, 2011,
Kenneth Kristiansen Nielsen said… Hey Neil
To answer your question about the snail ... Well the thing about macro is that the DOF is very shallow.. Im new at macro but if I understand your question, that you want the whole leaf to be in focus. You need a VERY small apperture and you need to get further away from the subject than I am in my picture..
http://dofmaster.com/dofjs.html
^^^ that website can help you
Kind Regards
Kenneth
- At 3:12am on May 15, 2011,
Sushanth Sreedharan said… Hi,
The railway bridge is near to my house and a very dangerous place to be. A train passes by every 5 -10 minutes. So I accompanied my brother to keep a watch while I am busy taking photos.
- At 10:25am on April 24, 2011,
Mia Bauer said… - Neil, to capture "Baby's Breath" I used a very shallow depth of field. Really appreciate your comments!
- At 9:46am on April 14, 2011,
iain dunne said…
- Hi Neil, It was luton/london airport in bedfordshire, thanks.
- At 6:28am on January 25, 2011,
Earl E. Gibson said… - Hello Neil and Welcome to PictureSocial. Hope you find it an enjoyable place that you can learn and maybe teach others. We do have a Canon User Group. If you are interested, you can find it under the "Groups" tab at the top of the page. Hope to see you there.
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