Sunset dog photography - first time

[MTphoto]

Hi all

Please critique my photos. What level of photography would you assess they are? The below photos were taken using the following:

Canon R6 MK II
Canon RF 50mm 1.4/L VCM

Many thanks for your time.

 

[benhasajeep93 92]

They are good photo's. But I think the addition of fill flash would have increased their quality. Many people don't think of using the flash outside in daylight. But it can make a difference.

 

[denum163 189]

They are good photo's. But I think the addition of fill flash would have increased their quality. Many people don't think of using the flash outside in daylight. But it can make a difference.

Sound advice.

 

[zombiesniper160 1]

This section is meant for a more detailed learning experience. If you could only post one may two images and do some self analysis on what you like and don't like about the image it will help with a critique. With 7 images I could write two pages of pros and con on the images however non of them would be universal to all images.
If we focus on a couple of learning opportunities at a time it will aid you in seeing the shot as you are taking it.

 

[CherylL6]

You are on the right track for pup photos. Evening light is the best. Next time post up one photo for better critique.

Overall, I can see the catch lights in pup's eyes. But, the bright background draws my eyes. Try to shoot in open shade with the sun behind the camera. Some photos have half shadow half sunlight on the pup. What is the aperture in the photos? My personal preference is a smooth background.

 

[MTphoto]

Thanks for your feedback all of you, shall take it on board. @CherylL aperture I tried no more than 2.8 - In some cases the background was closer to the subject but tried to get a bit more blur in post processing.

 

[zombiesniper160 1]

@CherylL is correct that if you can place the sun at your back and have the subject either completely in the sun or shade, it will more evenly light the subject. Another point is to pay attention to your background. A darker coloured dog this background would do well for separating the subject from the background but in this case I would choose a darker set of bushes or trees etc. to help make it less distracting.

Working with the first image it only took about 15 seconds to do some basic adjustments bring the subject out more.
Image and settings are below.