This photo of wee Jacko was taken against my pink fabric backdrop with some natural sunlight flooding in from above along with my new Nikon SB-800 flash and diffuser.
To be honest, I haven't quite got the knack of this flash. There is no doubt I am no longer missing good shots in low light. But the resulting photos aren't pretty. And against my backdrops the flash creates shadows and harshness. I knew this would be the case, but with the dull days I needed something to help me catch the shot. I'm still thrilled to have the SB-800, and I will use it regularly, but if at all possible I will be using natural light to take portraits of Jack. And I'll keep practicing with improving flash-lit photos.
I do love this photo of him though!
Now Jack and I are off to baby gymnastics. He loves it!
Hey Cathy I love these more thoughtful pictures of Jack even if they are via experiments with new equipment, your the new Thomas Struth !
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Ahh!! How fantastic, you have a Jack William as well! Love it!
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ReplyDeleteOh ain't he so cute!! beautiful shot!
ReplyDeleteJack looks a wee bit startled!
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Why are you so uptight, folks?
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What a precious child and nothing wrong with his shadow either. I think you did great.
ReplyDeleteLovely look of quiet, questioning surprise on Jack's face! Lovely, subtle, shadowy bokeh highlights his face!
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