Infrared images for a wedding?

[mrerico]

Has anyone done any Infrared pictures for a wedding? I have seen one picture on google but wanted to sell if anyone else thought this was a cool idea for a wedding?

Or should it just be kept for landscape?

-Eric

[hjghj]

http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/86444470.KrE5dIIP.IMG_9777a.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o3/73/471273/1/89035758.hIgqYeFs.sasadasdasdasf.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/81616189.YkiPEBLq.IMG_9541xxxx.jpg
http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80339280.CD3iAnKd.IMG_9381ssddx.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80347387.Viw7wira.IMG_9493copydfffx.jpg

[airfrogusmc]

Gotta love it....Good STUFF

[SoaringUSAEagle]

It's definitely something that will stand you out from other photographers. I like the idea for certain photographs during the wedding.

[amironsi]

it is somethig new.. but don't do it a lot
and i like the first one more

[mrerico]

I still dont get the whole deal with filters and mods for IR photography


I want something like your pictures where they are blueish and white but I heard that you do that with a filter or something? Im confused...

Originally I planned on getting a cheap 10d and converting it

[leninglass]

I dont understand how this works? is it photoshop and do a selective coloring? or is there some type of instrument?

[amironsi]

yes please tell us... is it equipment or processing

[mrerico]

Its either a filter, post processing, or they modified their camera to take IR pics

[Chandler.]

Equipment. There is a built-in filter over the sensor (I think it's called the anti-aliasing filter, but I could be wrong) that blocks IR rays. If you remove it, you can shoot "Infrared" pictures.

[hjghj]

this is camera canon 20D converted to infrared here http://www.lifepixel.com/

[mrerico]

Was it worth the conversion?

Can you post some more pictures? maybe some more people pictures

[samsen]

Very very smart.
Never thought of IR application at marriage which by default has a lot similar to IR such as mysterious things you don't otherwise see...
Loved them, show us more.

[mrerico]

Yeah! more examples from things like weddings and people! Ive seen enough from landscapes

[snapmando]

http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80339280.CD3iAnKd.IMG_9381ssddx.jpg


That shot, looks kinda spooky to me!!!

[amironsi]

so is there any plugin that does this effect???

[mrerico]

so is there any plugin that does this effect???


From what I hear, you can photoshop to get something SIMILIAR to these but no cigar. :]

[hjghj]

http://www.tiffen.com/dfx_infrared_ig.html
http://photoshop.pluginsworld.com/plugins/adobe/599/chromasoftware/ir-film.html
http://www.powerretouche.com/Reviews/PhotoshopUser2004.pdf
http://www.pixelgenius.com/color2/dialog.html
http://www.reminiscingvisions.com/filters/description/cir.html
http://blackmagic-home-edition.neuraltek-acn-064-583-633.softalizer.com/
http://www.alienskin.com/exposure/exposure_examples.html

[mrerico]

http://www.tiffen.com/dfx_infrared_ig.html
http://photoshop.pluginsworld.com/plugins/adobe/599/chromasoftware/ir-film.html


ehhh doesnt tickle my fancy as much as your 20d

[sam0329]

nice try, and they are beautiful!

[Tobiah]

with a filter you need long exposure times... is the same true with a camera mod?

[angelika]

I found that tutorial that seems pretty good: http://www.tutorialelf.com/Infrared_Effect_Adobe_Photoshop_Tutorials.html

[candidprints]

http://i.pbase.com/o3/73/471273/1/89035758.hIgqYeFs.sasadasdasdasf.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/81616189.YkiPEBLq.IMG_9541xxxx.jpg
http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80339280.CD3iAnKd.IMG_9381ssddx.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80347387.Viw7wira.IMG_9493copydfffx.jpg

This one is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. I love it!

[mrerico]

with a filter you need long exposure times... is the same true with a camera mod?


I dont think you do with the camera mod..I think thats the upside of converting

[rklepper]

Two questions. Do you use a filter or have you modded a camera? Do you colorize the sky in PS?

Thanks

http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/86444470.KrE5dIIP.IMG_9777a.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o3/73/471273/1/89035758.hIgqYeFs.sasadasdasdasf.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/81616189.YkiPEBLq.IMG_9541xxxx.jpg
http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80339280.CD3iAnKd.IMG_9381ssddx.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80347387.Viw7wira.IMG_9493copydfffx.jpg

[hjghj]

1)modded a camera (no any filter)
2) only follow this instruction http://www.lifepixel.com/digital-infrared/digital-infrared-photography-instructions.html

[mrerico]

hjghj- I want to do this to a future camera I am thinking of buying but should I get a 10d or 20d to mod? Silly question I just want to hear what you would say :]

[megansmom]

This is really an interesting read. I never thought of infared images for wedding, but those pictures that highj posted are really something!!

[viper7]

Never Tried Before .. Look very interesting

[mrerico]

1)modded a camera (no any filter)
2) only follow this instruction http://www.lifepixel.com/digital-infrared/digital-infrared-photography-instructions.html


Is there a certain way you have to take pictures (ie custom settings)? Or can you just go about like you are using a normal camera and keep the regular settings?

[Scott_Quier]

Is there a certain way you have to take pictures (ie custom settings)? Or can you just go about like you are using a normal camera and keep the regular settings?
With a modified camera, your settings are, more or less, the same as if you were shooting with an un-modified camera. You have to be careful of exposure though as what you think would be a proper exposure using visible light may either under or over expose you shot in IR. It's best to keep a close watch on the histogram.

Something else that REALLY makes the post processing much easier is to shoot in RAW. Correcting the WB in RAW is so much easier than when working with a JPG (plus you have more data to work with).

[EOS mE]

1)modded a camera (no any filter)
2) only follow this instruction http://www.lifepixel.com/digital-infrared/digital-infrared-photography-instructions.html

wow.. that's for the awesome link! i see they have the mod for the G6... very tempting to turn my G6 into infrared..........

[Mike Fulton]

I LOVE IR IMAGES, Converted a brand new Canon 10D back in the day to IR and still use it. Truly fun and makes normal shots MUCH more interesting.


I will try and dig up some of my IR images and post them. For the most part we use IR for venue shots and album design not so much for portrait photography.

[bzride]

very nice affect.. the second one makes the bride look like she has no legs though!!

[cmdfoto]

http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/86444470.KrE5dIIP.IMG_9777a.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o3/73/471273/1/89035758.hIgqYeFs.sasadasdasdasf.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/81616189.YkiPEBLq.IMG_9541xxxx.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80347387.Viw7wira.IMG_9493copydfffx.jpg

I absolutely love this photo, how much post process did you do with this one?

[alteredimensions]

I agree, that photo above is simply amazing! beautiful! I'm thinking of converting a 20d to IR myself.

[AdamR]

I cannot for the life of me work out whats going on in the second photo. Is it just me or does it look like she is floating! Where are her feet? I know i may regret asking this but Im stumped.

Adam

[flyingwolf]

AdamR,
She jumped, he took the shot while her feet were up in her dress during her jump.
I agree it gives a great "spooky" feel to the image as it makes her look like a lost bride in a world devoid of natural color awaiting her always "soon to be coming" groom.

[wizard13]

http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/86444470.KrE5dIIP.IMG_9777a.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o3/73/471273/1/89035758.hIgqYeFs.sasadasdasdasf.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/81616189.YkiPEBLq.IMG_9541xxxx.jpg
http://k53.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80339280.CD3iAnKd.IMG_9381ssddx.jpg
http://i.pbase.com/o6/73/471273/1/80347387.Viw7wira.IMG_9493copydfffx.jpg


Those are some really nice IR shots. Love the action in the second one--

[AdamR]

Ahhh good. Thank you for clearing that up!

Adam

[Izak]

Awesome shots man!!
Always wanted to convert my 350d to IR, will do it myself as I'm based in South Africa and there are no suppliers here that do it.
No too difficult though , just need a steady hand and some time. :)

[_aravena]

Hm...I'm seriously considering this. But I need a backup before I use more money to buy a camera to convert. 2009 should be a fun year.

[mrerico]

buy a 10d and do it

[_aravena]

I would, but I need a 30D or 40D as my primary, a new lens whether it be the cheaper 85 F1.8 or expensive 17-55 IS. Then I can get another camera, maybe, for the IR. I have Tax season and a graduation shoot. Who knows? *ponders*

Wait, never mind. I'm getting married, she won't let me. :( At least I can afford a honeymoon.

[mrerico]

thats cool..

lol is it going to be wierd hiring a photographer for your wedding? Who you thinking of hiring? Just wonderin

[_aravena]

My cousin is doing it and the photographer that did her wedding is assisting for free. So it's all good. While I'm not sure on her pics, I know he's excellent. So for the guys, my cuz is with me and for my wife to be, I'm having him with her. Since those are the more important photos, I want the best there.

I'm not even allowed to touch a camera though.

[mrerico]

hahaha

[lighthalo]

i have a book on CS3 and it has a little section about 'infrared film simulation'

basically you use the B&W adjustment

then adjust the settings like this:

red: 0 (no adjustment)
yellow: +150%
green: +300%
cyans: +150%
blues: -40%
magentas: +30%

that will pretty accurately get the IR effect, although if you want a blue sky just erase the layer wherever you want the color to show though.. hope this helps.

edit: there are a few more steps with regards to using levels adjustment to get it quite right, ill post them if anyone wants.

i dont have many landscape shots, so can someone try this on a few of them and post it up, thanks!