How would you guys improve this pic

[Kbarredo]

So i was just messing around wth my new flash. i got this pic of my godson while my wife was holding him so composition is really bad and it cut off his head. I had to take this pic so i could capture his rare smile. I give you guys the permission to do whatever you like to improve this pic

 

[iNick]

Implement rule of thirds, don't cut the chin off, whoever is in the background is distracting and it looks to be a bit underexposed. cute baby tho.

 

[480sparky67 66]

Place a sheet or towel over the arm & lap of the person propping the cutie up. The arm in the background is distracting.

 

[kric2schaam626]

Maybe even put it in portrait orientation, but definitely don't cut the chin off.

 

[fokker]

Photoshop-wise there is nothing that can be done to make the photo any more than what it currently is (which is a snapshot). If you're after a cute snapshot, congratulations. If you're after a well composed and executed photo, try again. If you do try again, take the advice given above (portrait orientation, eliminate anything distracting in the frame/background by whatever means possible, definitely don't cut the chin off). It looks like you bounced the flash off the ceiling - a good option compared to direct flash, but he does look a little shadow-ey and underexposed, perhaps try bouncing off a nearby wall for a bit more even lighting on the face, or better still use natural window light for the most natural looking shots.

 

[vtf]

Cute kid, chin cut off kinda kills it but here's my try at it.

Duplicated layers, blurred background, sent through portrait professional to enhance eyes and features.

 

[gsgary]

Why did you get so close ? shoot wider and crop if need be