CapaciousZepher Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Fantastic as always silentscope. Those are real artistic pics. The kind that would look excellent framed on a wall. Cheers! - CapaciousZepher Link to post Share on other sites
elchinator Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 @casey_cole: Right, same problem here. Don't use a white background, it's better to use light gray or even silver. For some of my pictures I even used a light blue wallpaper. Overexpose the picture and the background will look white. If you use a white background, it will blend over the gun before you get the details right. You have to try out a few pictures, before you get the exposure time right. But with digital cameras, that's no problem. A few examples: Link to post Share on other sites
sekiryu Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 The flash needs to be directed at the white sheet so you get a pure reflection of light onto the subject. How does that work while still pointing the camera towards the object? I like raza's black backgrounds. That definately can't be done with black sheets Link to post Share on other sites
pillow_pwnage Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Nowadays most monochromatic backgrounds are done with photoshop, those fortunate enough to have studio equipment can do it manually. White backgrounds, while boring in essence, can create some very beautiful shots if you can control shadows, and have a good, balanced composure. For example. One subject, 1 shadow, mediocre composition. Boring? More so than state testing. Now if you set up the lighting to cast a shadow towards the bottom right corner, it'd get a bit more interesting. Now perhaps cut a slice out of the visible side of the apple, lay it somewhere in the righthand side of the frame, following the rule of thirds. Get more lighting on the base/face of the subjects, and a proper aperature. 4 things, and you have the makings of a killer photo. Link to post Share on other sites
Thorbard Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 I can't take my guns outside without the neighbours seeing them; remember, showing our guns outside in England is an invitation to have an ARU come a'knocking. CC <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not that it is actually illegal to have replicas on private property. Try working near a large window or patio doors or something. How does that work while still pointing the camera towards the object? You use a flash that has an adjustable head (I assume thats what the top part is called). Not one built into the camera. I like raza's black backgrounds. That definately can't be done with black sheets <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Its certainly possible that black sheets are involved. Link to post Share on other sites
pillow_pwnage Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Looks more reminscent of some burning done in photoshop. Link to post Share on other sites
Thorbard Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Looks more reminscent of some burning done in photoshop. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not how I would've done it. But there you go. I guess I'm more traditional. Black surround in a fairly dark room, with a small spotlight shining on the subject from directly above. No flash. Link to post Share on other sites
pillow_pwnage Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 I'd more than likely do it the same way as you, but not everyone has access to that setup. Link to post Share on other sites
sekiryu Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Now what do you guys do for lighting? The lighting in my house SUCKS...it's all brownish... Link to post Share on other sites
Thorbard Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Now what do you guys do for lighting? The lighting in my house SUCKS...it's all brownish... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Daylight or bounced flash is best. Direct flash if your subject isn't too shiny and you have no choice. Link to post Share on other sites
pillow_pwnage Posted October 5, 2006 Report Share Posted October 5, 2006 - 2 12" 500w Tungsten lights, each on 8' light stands with 45" satin umbrellas - 1 5" 250w Tungsten light, mounted on 8/5' boom - no bounce - Nikon SB-800 Speedlight, diffuser Link to post Share on other sites
-king- Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Hope you likey Link to post Share on other sites
sryanuk Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 Its not really artistic but I thought it was quite a nice picture for a phone camera. Link to post Share on other sites
FarEast Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 A sheet of white paper also works and some good lighting! Link to post Share on other sites
Caparzofpc Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 USP Compact Wallpaper : Link to post Share on other sites
Stl Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 TM M733 w/ King Arms red dot.. Link to post Share on other sites
SOF Raziel Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 My current wallpaper... Thanks for your advices guys Link to post Share on other sites
sekiryu Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Here's my attempt. What can I do with Photoshop to make these look better (as well as other things to make it look better), and how can I get rid of the background that's showing on the third one? Link to post Share on other sites
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SOF Raziel Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Here's my attempt. What can I do with Photoshop to make these look better (as well as other things to make it look better), and how can I get rid of the background that's showing on the third one? A good photograph doesn't need photoshop Link to post Share on other sites
sekiryu Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Well I can't do anything with my camera to spice it up. It's antiquated digital technology and has a narrow view. And I don't have any nice lighting lamps laying around my house. Link to post Share on other sites
Lithium Jack Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 http://f.galimand.chez-alice.fr/images/p226_44.jpg <{POST_SNAPBACK}> A Bauer Blaster?! (Or damn close) Link to post Share on other sites
formvb Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 A Bauer Blaster?! (Or damn close) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not really a Bauer Blaster... Less jewelry (IMHO). I'll post more pics soon, in the "P226 pics" thread. Link to post Share on other sites
BigTomO Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 (edited) Pic 2 Pic 3 Pic 1 has only been resized, pic 2 has had some colour work and resizing and pic 3 has been bleached! Edited October 14, 2006 by BigTomO Link to post Share on other sites
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