Prom 2013 C&C Welcome!

[CMfromIL]

My daughter went to the prom this weekend. I took a few pictures, and would like some feedback.
Time was approximatly 3pm. Sun was not directly overhead, but very close. Wife used a 40" diffuser to help with the harsh lighting. Thoughts?
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4. "Technical Failure"

 

[o hey tyler]

Were these compressed? They seem a bit soft for some reason.

 

[frommrstomommy]

^^ +1.. a lil soft. They also look a little orange to me so I think your WB might need adjusting. Also seem a bit close to the edges of the frames in every shot. I'm sure they love them though!! Nice smiles.

 

[kathyt]

I would have skipped the diffuser, put them in the shade, and bounced light in with a reflector. There is no light in their eyes. #2 is the best. I would bring it into PS and make the eyes pop a little bit. Your daughter is beautiful by the way.

 

[CMfromIL]

Thanks for all the prompt comments. Photos are hosted on Photobucket, which is killing the sharpness. They are rock solid on the computer/printing. WB has been a bit of a challenge, as my daughter got a spray tan the day before. I was trying to avoid her looking like an 'Ommpa Lumpa"

 

[amolitor]

The lack of catchlights bugged me too. I kinda like the look of the diffuser, but a reflector (probably any white object held in the direct sunlight at the right location and angle) would have given the eyes a bit more sparkle and life. I'd probably have a crack at painting in a catchlight, actually. I'd probably fail.