Here's a edited from Matt. It goes to show Post production is a completely different animal. I like it and I might use it. If and when I do, I intend to let the audience know it's an illustration.The one in the bottom is my lame attempt to master PS3--Also b4 I forget Thanks Damien
I'm working on my audio-slideshow for my In-Depth Reporting class/Photojournalism II. My story is about the Code Talkers and the museum that is currently in the works.
My last bit of Voice Over says: "...Their place in American History." When I say that I want to put this picture but I'm having some doubts....please help.
Cons:
- I took this picture from behind the glass so there are obvious cracks and creases seen in the shot.
- I used flash so the strobe is seen on the Top right corner of the frame, I think you can also see it reflect of the subject's hat
- There are some hard shadows behind him
- He is a Vietnam Veteran but because we are talking about the Code Talker's place in "...American History," I figured it adds a touch
Pros:
- I like the composition..
- The dogtag....sorry I don't know another name for it
- The flag
- The helmet
Do I keep it or count my loses??
Much Thanks
1 comment:
Luis --
whether or not this photo is relevant to your story should be the principal deciding factor here. If he's a vietnam vet and your story focuses on something different, make sure to somehow note why this photo is in there. Don't just add it because you like the photo and it's loosely related.
As for looking at the visual aspect critically, the toning could be done better in my opinion. Pull up the raw file and work from there. The highlights from your flash are really distracting, but can be minimized. Also, that is something to keep in mind while shooting in the future--if you're shooting flash into something that will reflect, make sure to find an angle that works.
I agree with you that I like the composition. Good thinking to shoot 'through' the display, though I think you could have worked a better moment out of this situation. When you see an opportunity like this that you know is visually interesting, don't hold back--figure out how to make it work the best, don't be shy.
hope that helps :)
-Damien
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