Atherton & District Amateur Photographic Society

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Hi Gerry
I've taken a look at the set and commented. A natural model thats for sure but the creased background detracts somewhat (if I'm being picky)
I'm sure her parents will be really pleased with the results.

Gerry, good use of the flowers, ir goves her something to focus on and also adds a bit of balance where otherwise would be blank space.
Good job.

You've captured a few nice expressions, so I'm sure the parents will be happy.

Some things for next time though that jump out at me...

1) The closeness of the child to the paper backdrop means that the creases in the paper are more dominant and attract the eye.

2) I think your lighting is quite harsh on several of the photos and parts of the white dress and hat are a little blown out.

3) I wonder whether the choice to match a white outfit against a black backdrop was a good one? Do you think a lighter background would have been more sympathetic to the mood of the shots?

4) Your lighting and processing, combined with a lack of contrast, on some of the images has made the child's skin appear deathly pale, almost white.

5) Lack of eye contact. There's a couple where the child is looking at the camera, but on most I get the feeling that she's looking over your shoulder at her parent/s and it quite spoils the shot (for me).


I'm aware that my comments might come across as all negative, but hopefully you'll see that I'm trying to be constructive. Feel free to post your thoughts.

Thanks for your comments Paul, and of course you are always right