I've begun expanding upon my flash technique. I own a Canon 580EX that does a really nice job. However, there is more to flash photography than turning on the flash then pointing and shooting. Aperature, shutter speed, and even ISO factor into the end result of the image, as does the exposure mode (I prefer manual). The goal of using a flash is to create an image that looks like a flash wasn't used. There are many tricks of the trade for accomplishing this (ex: bounce flash, filtered flash, fill-flash, etc.)
Here are a few of the "messing around" images I've taken while experimenting:
Friday, November 23, 2007
11/23/07 - Flash Technique
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
11/20/07 - Another New Lens
I'm on a roll.... spending $$$ I don't have on new equipment. This time it's a 24-70mm f/2.8. Like the 100mm, it is a nice piece of glass. Here are some samples:
Friday, November 9, 2007
11/9/07 - New Lens (cont.)
The other nice feature of the lens I mentioned in my previous post is it's 1:1 macro capability. This enables me to get in close for shots while maintaining a real life perspective.
Monday, November 5, 2007
11/5/07 - New Lens
I recently purchased a Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro. My first capture with this new lens was of the kids. Immediately, I was very impressed with its sharpness and clarity. Now I want to get rid of my EFS 17-85mm f/4.0 -5.6... it doesn't even compare.
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