studio light 1st try

[Apollo.11]

I also posted this in critiques corner. Not sure where to post or if it's ok to post in 2 places.

Here's my first shot at studio lighting (Calumet 200's & umbrella). The pictures are unprocessed other than crop, WB, & minor exposure. CC is greatly appreciated.

#1 - 1 light & umbrella on subject. 1 light on background.
http://apollo.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p912136750-4.jpg

#2 - 1 light & umbrella on subject. 1 light on background.
http://apollo.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p730814739-4.jpg

#3 1 light & umbrella on subject.
http://apollo.zenfolio.com/img/v5/p717109859-4.jpg

[quijibo69]

I like it! For a first timer it looks good to me.

My only suggestion would be a reflector on the left side to fill the very dark shadows.

Definitely on the right track!

PS. the kids are adorable!

[57hardtop]

VERY nice!!! You're off to a flying start!

[Seanzky]

I like it! For a first timer it looks good to me.

My only suggestion would be a reflector on the left side to fill the very dark shadows.

Definitely on the right track!

PS. the kids are adorable!

x2!

I'm a beginner too but you're doing better than I am. Haha.

[Apollo.11]

Thanks for the comments on the shots and the the kids. The little boy is mine and he's easy to take pictures of because he's always smiling.

I'm really loving this studio lighting. I used to only shoot wide open natural light and have finally discovered what f8 is. :D

[57hardtop]

have finally discovered what f8 is.

me too...isn't it wonderful :D

[Steve Wintrow]

these look great.... you have made a good start.... keep taking the pics and doing more experimenting with the lights.

above all have fun

[the pokemon kid]

they are really good shots, they babys face seams emaculate. really good for first shots.

[Apollo.11]

thanks again everyone.

[george m w]

Apollo,
...yep...cool shots ! You're gonna really love having light that YOU can control !