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I'm rather new to MM, to taking pictures of models and to portraits. I had two photoshoots thus far, both of models who are new to this. I would appreciate constructive feedback - what did I do well, what I should improve, what would you suggest I focus on in my next "gig." Much appreciated! Tal Nov 21 18 07:17 pm Link The site requires 4 images to maintain a Portfolio. I would cull what You currently have to show only the very best (1) from each set. Too repetitive, less is more. fwiw Nov 22 18 04:24 am Link Thank you for your feedback - much appreciated! I feel that before I do some prunning, I need to have more stuff remaining after I do... Nov 22 18 06:43 am Link Be careful of the waterline, usually you want to keep it horizontal. Be careful of the background being a distraction, open up the aperture as much as possible to reduce the depth of field. Centering a model can work if the background is absolutely symmetrical, if it isn't use the rule of thirds or even fifths. Be careful of 'walking in' rather than 'walking out' of a photo. Our brains seem wired to prefer the former. I think this also applies to the direction the model is looking. Be brutal in what you decide to display. It is commonly said that a portfolio is only as strong as it's weakest image. Good luck, JT Nov 23 18 07:30 am Link Thank you so much for the feedback. You're making great points. I truly appreciate your time and your insights. Nov 23 18 10:37 am Link Creative Visuals wrote: I actually concur with keeping just the one best shot from any given set. It forces you to evaluate the images more carefully and think a bit more deeply about why some images work and others don't in spite of their similarities (not to say that at times none may work). I would say quantity should be the least of your concerns. Nov 23 18 11:25 am Link I appreciate the feedback - thanks! Nov 23 18 12:07 pm Link Keep these. Remove the logos, the mark of a beginner. https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/44792732 https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/44723945 https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/44525749 https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/44653500 Toss everything else and keep shooting!!!! Nov 23 18 02:38 pm Link I love this one: https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/44836328 Beautiful model, interesting stuff going on with the stripes. Background nicely out of focus. Agree with "JT Life" on the technical stuff. With regards to "Wandering..."; most of the time, your model should NOT be looking at the camera. When I shoot, I ask the models to vary it or I make a specific request. Direct-at-camera looks can be powerful and engaging, but keep it in moderation. In agreement with "Wandering...", a lot of your models look to your left. Unless there's a bridge or something. Portrait photographers will tell you most models have a "better side" (perhaps due to how she parts her hair, or her default facial expression). Next time you have a model, stop a moment and see what you think about that. I like that most of your shots have honest expressions, rather than forced smiles or whatever. Nov 24 18 08:00 am Link  Great photo, excellent background blur [I can not see long lovely fingers of models left hand]  Remove Forehead over exposed, shoot as vertical and include all of models right hand fingers Model too centered in this photo [the fix simply crop a bit off from right side of photo]  Models expression is lacking emotion, trees in background are distracting  Interesting model, nice relaxed pose Down side is models midsection look large due to gathering of fabric Good model position in photo  Remove Crouching model will make them appear short Distracting background  Cool photo full of life  Snap shot, busy background [Open up f-stop to place background out of focus]  Photo is tilted [top is toward photo left] Like the juxtaposition of girl on top of pillar and red headed girl  Better photo would have been if his feet were included  Over all image seems flat [no 3d effect from the lighting] use a fill flash or reflector from side [Its all about details, looks like paint or something under models right breast] Not a fan of the background I wish you well Nov 25 18 08:13 am Link Hi everyone who replied, Thank you for all of your insights. This is excellent. Much appreciated. Tal Nov 25 18 10:21 am Link TEB-Art Photo wrote: Well, of course, I wasn't suggesting every single photo should have the model looking straight at the lens. My point was that, if the model is constantly looking sideways, encourage them otherwise. Nov 26 18 02:23 pm Link I'd keep an eye out for fingers elbows and knees for they distract and start cropping tighter, Too much headroom or bad cropping take away from the image energy. Any practice and study is good and remember just because you see a pose doesn't mean it's effective. Have fun! May 29 19 11:17 am Link It's been some time since I started this thread, some of the pictures on my portfolio remained as-is, but many were replaced with new ones. I would appreciate any further feedback any of you would have. No fragile ego here - voice it as you see it. Tal Jan 16 20 06:56 am Link |
