DIY Picture taking.

[Flicktitty]

I know there are some good photographers on here so i didn't know if you had any hints to give to other people.

I found this thread via an Audi Forum
Picture taking tips (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=417604)

This thread i thought was very helpful, i just didn't know if anyone else had anything else to add.

[johnny--2k]

that seems like a great writeup......

Only thing I can add is practice practice practice. Take multiple pics and get yourself some decent editing software like photoshop.

Also, the rule of thirds is a great point. It allows for a rather bland picture to be quite stunning.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/johnny--2k/05TL/DSC06392.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/johnny--2k/05TL/IMG_3987.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/johnny--2k/05TL/1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/johnny--2k/S2K%20ITR%20SiR/DSC03007.jpg

[pOrk]

TL = mad sexy

I enjoy odd angle close ups too, such as this:
http://ic1.deviantart.com/fs15/i/2007/035/f/6/Pink_Rivy_on_droz_by_pOrkOnAir.jpg

Great info in that site, along with some great shots.

And don't mind my water mark pig, just something I have been playing around with. Its too JDM for me

[pOrk]

Oh yah, I am totally guilty of parking on the grass for photos. I suck

http://ic1.deviantart.com/fs14/f/2007/035/b/c/From_the_rear_of_my_mini_by_pOrkOnAir.jpg

[johnny--2k]

hahah...the grass thing....I have done it too. It's ok....you are forgiven.

[Flicktitty]

anyone know where to get a "free" photo editing software?

[Junky Giorgio]

Very useful tips! Definitely something to work on

[pOrk]

anyone know where to get a "free" photo editing software?

Like Photoshop?

Download the trial version, then search for cracks

[Flicktitty]

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good thunkin! how long is the trial good for?

[johnny--2k]

usually 30 days. I know there are hacks out there....thats how I got it.

[DSMDuDE]

Nick, i could supply you with photoshop :)

[Flicktitty]

/\ And why haven't you?

do you have it on a CD? or just send it to me in a file? i talk to you on Yahoo or Aim later tonight i'm sure.

[jamest]

The only thing I would add is that if you are shooting at a slower shutter speed use a tripod.

[SSDude]

Good tips. What kind of camera's are you guys using?
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/159/399268534_e29b50c1ee.jpg
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/135/399268541_c5d199c3a0.jpg?v=0
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/151/399268529_627cf1c4d4.jpg?v=0

[Flicktitty]

/\ VERY NICE CHEVELLE!

I have 2 differant Kodak Camera's nothing special for now. Planning maybe this winter to stepping up the the Canon Rebel XT.

[SSDude]

Thanks^^

I'm ready for a new camera. Been using a 3mp Olympus for the last 4 years. Took the Chevelle pics with it. I'm not sure if i want to go for the Rebel. Maybe the Canon S3 would work for my needs, 6mp and 12x optical with image stabalization.

http://www.dpreview.com/ Good reviews of the latest camera's

[Flicktitty]

My "older" Kodak i had is a 3.1MP my new one is 5MP a nice step up, but i'd really like to try my hand at a more "professional" camera.

[johnny--2k]

Digital Rebel XT here....I love it.

Definitely worth the money. Now I just need to invest in accessories (lenses, flash, filters......oh boy, I'm spending money I dont have....)

[Flicktitty]

Digital Rebel XT here....I love it.

Definitely worth the money. Now I just need to invest in accessories (lenses, flash, filters......oh boy, I'm spending money I dont have....)

where and how much did you pay for yours?

[johnny--2k]

I bought mine in december of 2005 from best buy for $900. Now they are down to $699 and lower still online.

[jamest]

Rebel XTI, Hasselblad 503CW

[GRAMPS SS]

Hasselblads here...503CW's.......film fules:banana1: :banana1: :banana1: :banana :banana :banana :goof

[wikked]

I'm not sure if i want to go for the Rebel. Maybe the Canon S3 would work for my needs, 6mp and 12x optical with image stabalization.


I've used my mom's S2-IS alot, I absolutely <3 the 12x optical, it's amazing.
Zoom comparison:
http://wikked.com/images/s2is-norm.jpg
http://wikked.com/images/s2is-zoom.jpg

BCM Culver's shots with the S2:
http://wikked.com/bcm/7-28-06/
http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/

The S3-IS has been out for a while, and is now on clearance at walmart for like $350 I think it was.

I think it's probably the best non-SLR camera out there.

[Teufelhunden]

Anyone care to guess what was said here?:)

http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/7-29-06c.jpg

[BAD LS1]

Question for you guys... Ive got a Canon A520 Powershot and when i try to do the different aperture shots i NEVER get the blurry background? I think i got it once since i owned the camera.

I even set it to manual mode and cranked the aperture up to 8.0 and still nothing! WTF am i doing wrong? Am i supposed to play with the zoom from that point with the aperture cranked? I can go up to 14x...

[BOSS LX]

Anyone care to guess what was said here?:)

http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/7-29-06c.jpg

My buddy got this fuuckinnn camaro that has 3000 hp and will beat any fuuuckinnnn jet car in the fuuckkinn world.

[pOrk]

Canon Rebel XT here

[jamest]

Question for you guys... Ive got a Canon A520 Powershot and when i try to do the different aperture shots i NEVER get the blurry background? I think i got it once since i owned the camera.

I even set it to manual mode and cranked the aperture up to 8.0 and still nothing! WTF am i doing wrong? Am i supposed to play with the zoom from that point with the aperture cranked? I can go up to 14x...

You are going in the wrong direction with the apeture. You want 2.8 or however open you can go. It may be 4 or 5.6 again depending upon the camera and the lens. Just remember that opening up the apeture you will be letting more light hit the sensor or film therfore you have to shoot a faster shutter speed or set the ISO to a lower number 100, 50 etc.

[BAD LS1]

OK i think im starting to get the hang of this... It all depends how close you can get to the object and still get it all the way in the frame and i just used the portrait setting which controls the aperture and shut off AiAF setting so i control the focal point.

And here is what i ended with... Dont mind the shitty lighting, i was just playing around.

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/1403/img0010sc1.jpg

http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/8447/img0008ec4.jpg

[jamest]

Anyone care to guess what was said here?:)

http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/7-29-06c.jpg

"What do you think about my daisy dukes?"

[Flicktitty]

Hey Wikked, whose 300ZX was this?
http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/7-29-06f.jpg

[wikked]

That is Todd's minty mint 300z. (that's him standing next to it all blurry)

He's on this board as ZDDOT.

[Flicktitty]

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Thanks that things is amazing! i love the Z32's!

[GRAMPS SS]

Anyone care to guess what was said here?:)

http://wikked.com/bcm/7-29-06/7-29-06c.jpg

my guess would be that lurch was asking andy for some money for a soda or a ice cream