My First Family Portrait Work (CC)

[Braineack]

Enjoyed the weekend with my wife's sister and family. I had my camera and was shooting pics of the little ones when I was asked to get one of the family.

I know it's not perfect, but I'm fairly pleased with it. One thing I noticed after the fact was I shot at 3.2 instead of the 5.6 I thought I was at, so the father is a little soft. I also dont like where I position them since the white house in the background is distracting. And I should have removed the flower pot. Still all in all, they were happy with it, so I guess that's all that counts.



The Motes by BraineackPhoto, on Flickr

Exposure	0.008 sec (1/125)
Aperture	f/3.2
Focal Length	85 mm
ISO Speed	100

SB-700 was on the camera and in use, didn't feel like getting the umbrella and triggers out. Backs were to the sun, and it was 4:00pm when shot.



I got one of my niece to share as well. Kicking myself I didn't notice the bowl full of snacks next to her before I took it:


Julia on Deck by BraineackPhoto, on Flickr

 

[412 Burgh]

Did you bump up the clarity in LR?

 

[Braineack]

a bit, it's edited if that's what you're asking.

here's with simple edits:

 

[tirediron]

Good job, it's a nice image, and most importantly you recognized the couple of minor issues yourself!

 

[frommrstomommy]

Nice couple of shots!

 

[Restomage]

The second photo is very nice. As far as the first image is concerned, I'd agree that the house is a little bit distracting. What's more distracting to me though is the catchlight directly in the center of their eyes, I'd recommend shooting off-camera with your strobe/flash for a more appealing image.