Pic of my son..

Wannabe · 15-12-2007, 23:20

I took this pic of my son the other night... had my 50mm lens on so this was what I could fit in the pic.. I actually love the pic.. but was wondering what the 'pro's' think..

Is it ok to cut off the tops of heads? Or is it generally a no-no?

Anything else I could have done differently? (Besides change lenses as this was a spur of the moment shot...)

Since i'm still a newbie, I really appreciate all the fabulous advice I get here!

Thanks!!

JMitchell · 16-12-2007, 00:00

Could have taken it in portrait orientation I suppose, to get more of his head in, make it look less 'snap-shot'-y. But still a good spur of the moment capture, good focussing.

nichpr · 16-12-2007, 03:05

There are many sacrosanct rules of composition and at least one or two deal with the cutting off of certain body parts.

However, (and there is always a "however") the one rule most often cited regarding shots like this one that turn out so pleasing and fun is "Forget the rules" and have fun. And it looks like that is just what you did.
So, good for you - you'll probably enjoy this shot for many years to come.

frances · 16-12-2007, 04:03

Hey, I am not a pro, but I really like this shot !! way to go ! guess you really like that D80 !

**Markulous** · 16-12-2007, 07:16

Looks good to me with the Xmas lights as a backdrop!

Maybe burn back the white thingy over his shoulder but no big deal

fionaB · 16-12-2007, 12:38

as mark said the only off putting thing is the white thing cone it out with more christmas lights and you have a cracking shot.......... yep there are rules for everything...... but also remember that rules are there to be broken and i think u broke them to good measure on this shot so well done!

fi

p.s.....what a handsome young man you have there!

Wannabe · 16-12-2007, 14:34

Thanks so much everyone!!

You all made my day!!

That 'big white thing' is the top of my dd's baby swing... no idea how to "clone" it out..

so if anyone wants to have a go at it.. please do!

JMitchell · 16-12-2007, 15:09

Here ya go, had a play

Wannabe · 16-12-2007, 16:30

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Originally Posted by JMitchell

Here ya go, had a play

OH!! Thank-you so much!!! This totally rocks!!!:

I can't wait till i'm good! lol!!

GainfulShrimp · 17-12-2007, 12:00

This is a great shot - just the type of candid I like because it look spontaneous and natural. Nice work!

Wannabe · 17-12-2007, 13:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by GainfulShrimp

This is a great shot - just the type of candid I like because it look spontaneous and natural. Nice work!

Thank-you!!

Les Meehan · 17-12-2007, 13:51

Nice natural candid showing great rapport with the subject ('spose that's to be expected,

). As others have said, don't bother about 'rules' the shot works and works well. Also, Jack's pimp is right on the money, well done Jack!

Idea: for those without the skills/confidence/experience to edit images like this maybe Pixalo could have an area where full size files could be uploaded so volunteers could do the editing for folk in the spirit of friendship. The resulting edited version could then be downloaded by the owner for printing! ???

JMitchell · 17-12-2007, 19:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wannabe

OH!! Thank-you so much!!! This totally rocks!!!:

I can't wait till i'm good! lol!!

No problem, and it'll come in time

Quote:

Originally Posted by Les Meehan

Nice natural candid showing great rapport with the subject ('spose that's to be expected,

). As others have said, don't bother about 'rules' the shot works and works well. Also, Jack's pimp is right on the money, well done Jack!

Idea: for those without the skills/confidence/experience to edit images like this maybe Pixalo could have an area where full size files could be uploaded so volunteers could do the editing for folk in the spirit of friendship. The resulting edited version could then be downloaded by the owner for printing! ???

Thanks Les, and I think that might be a good idea, depending on what the general consensus is. Let's find out

**Markulous** · 19-12-2007, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Les Meehan

Idea: for those without the skills/confidence/experience to edit images like this maybe Pixalo could have an area where full size files could be uploaded so volunteers could do the editing for folk in the spirit of friendship. The resulting edited version could then be downloaded by the owner for printing! ???

Good idea though it is, the feeling is that it could lead to images being hijacked, so the disadvantages would outweigh the advantages. And with using the current system, doing modifications convey the potential and the description can more than adequately describe the process. Of course, you could always arrange to email each other with the original/resultant image although please bear in mind that you'd obviously be going outside the Pixalo site

15-12-2007, 23:20	#1 (permalink)
Wannabe Been here a while Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada. Posts: 279	Pic of my son.. I took this pic of my son the other night... had my 50mm lens on so this was what I could fit in the pic.. I actually love the pic.. but was wondering what the 'pro's' think.. Is it ok to cut off the tops of heads? Or is it generally a no-no? Anything else I could have done differently? (Besides change lenses as this was a spur of the moment shot...) Since i'm still a newbie, I really appreciate all the fabulous advice I get here! Thanks!! __________________ ~Carla~ Proud new mama to a Nikon D80!

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JMitchell Feet under the table Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: London, England Posts: 3,427	Re: Pic of my son.. Could have taken it in portrait orientation I suppose, to get more of his head in, make it look less 'snap-shot'-y. But still a good spur of the moment capture, good focussing.

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nichpr Forum Regular Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 828	Re: Pic of my son.. There are many sacrosanct rules of composition and at least one or two deal with the cutting off of certain body parts. However, (and there is always a "however") the one rule most often cited regarding shots like this one that turn out so pleasing and fun is "Forget the rules" and have fun. And it looks like that is just what you did. So, good for you - you'll probably enjoy this shot for many years to come.

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frances Forum Regular Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 690	Re: Pic of my son.. Hey, I am not a pro, but I really like this shot !! way to go ! guess you really like that D80 !

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Markulous Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Peak District Posts: 9,598	Re: Pic of my son.. Looks good to me with the Xmas lights as a backdrop! Maybe burn back the white thingy over his shoulder but no big deal

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fionaB Loves the place Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Scotland Posts: 5,324	Re: Pic of my son.. as mark said the only off putting thing is the white thing cone it out with more christmas lights and you have a cracking shot.......... yep there are rules for everything...... but also remember that rules are there to be broken and i think u broke them to good measure on this shot so well done! fi p.s.....what a handsome young man you have there!

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Wannabe Been here a while Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada. Posts: 279	Re: Pic of my son.. Thanks so much everyone!! You all made my day!! That 'big white thing' is the top of my dd's baby swing... no idea how to "clone" it out.. so if anyone wants to have a go at it.. please do!

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JMitchell Feet under the table Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: London, England Posts: 3,427	Re: Pic of my son.. Here ya go, had a play

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GainfulShrimp Been here a while Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 325	Re: Pic of my son.. This is a great shot - just the type of candid I like because it look spontaneous and natural. Nice work!

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Les Meehan Forum Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: I conduct workshops in Andalucia, Spain Posts: 778	Re: Pic of my son.. Nice natural candid showing great rapport with the subject ('spose that's to be expected, ). As others have said, don't bother about 'rules' the shot works and works well. Also, Jack's pimp is right on the money, well done Jack! Idea: for those without the skills/confidence/experience to edit images like this maybe Pixalo could have an area where full size files could be uploaded so volunteers could do the editing for folk in the spirit of friendship. The resulting edited version could then be downloaded by the owner for printing! ???

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Les Meehan Forum Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: I conduct workshops in Andalucia, Spain Posts: 778