Post by amylee963 on Oct 25, 2006 19:14:25 GMT 10
I've got some issues...
I love photographing my models, and when the light is perfect, everything falls into place... However, it seems that many fellow hobbyists have an opinon about backgrounds, but all agree that footing is another major factor. I've found that sand ( only a thin layer, not so that the horse is standing knee-deep in sand)works, as well as sprinkly grass from the model train shop works too if it blends. I have found that judges looove footing that blends into the background... and is realistic looking too, for example it is unrealistic for a shetland to be walking across a 'field' of enormous leaves picked from the bush behind the photo. Be creative! Try sprinkle grass or a premade grass matting. (I think that some tsimhc members sell them? Anyhow, I know some people who sell them- im involved in so many online clubs!) Judges love creativity!
Sorry, back to subject. ;D
Backgrounds:
I love using natural lighting, but it can be quite tricky getting the lighting right- Usually a day which is a little overcast, not 40 degrees so the models melt, and not too much direct sunlight can work. But, artificial light can be good too. Not bedside lamps or anything (I tried my green bedside lamp for some extra light, but the lampshade reflected and made my horses look green...
Lamps can be used to block out shadows and highlight the model.
Who prefers natural lighting and natural backgrounds rather than blown up photos etc?
I've practiced with a few, but would just like to know who favours photographs rather than natural scenic views in their pics. I've found that pics that have a natural background (not a photo) with objects in scale, can work wonders, as long as the lighting is ok.
PS- SORRY for briefly covering three topics (lighting, footing, backgrounds) when I should have covered one in depth!
Im a little lightheaded from all that studying!
I love photographing my models, and when the light is perfect, everything falls into place... However, it seems that many fellow hobbyists have an opinon about backgrounds, but all agree that footing is another major factor. I've found that sand ( only a thin layer, not so that the horse is standing knee-deep in sand)works, as well as sprinkly grass from the model train shop works too if it blends. I have found that judges looove footing that blends into the background... and is realistic looking too, for example it is unrealistic for a shetland to be walking across a 'field' of enormous leaves picked from the bush behind the photo. Be creative! Try sprinkle grass or a premade grass matting. (I think that some tsimhc members sell them? Anyhow, I know some people who sell them- im involved in so many online clubs!) Judges love creativity!
Sorry, back to subject. ;D
Backgrounds:
I love using natural lighting, but it can be quite tricky getting the lighting right- Usually a day which is a little overcast, not 40 degrees so the models melt, and not too much direct sunlight can work. But, artificial light can be good too. Not bedside lamps or anything (I tried my green bedside lamp for some extra light, but the lampshade reflected and made my horses look green...
Lamps can be used to block out shadows and highlight the model.
Who prefers natural lighting and natural backgrounds rather than blown up photos etc?
I've practiced with a few, but would just like to know who favours photographs rather than natural scenic views in their pics. I've found that pics that have a natural background (not a photo) with objects in scale, can work wonders, as long as the lighting is ok.
PS- SORRY for briefly covering three topics (lighting, footing, backgrounds) when I should have covered one in depth!
Im a little lightheaded from all that studying!