What ya Think?

[AJake]

So here are some of my pics that I have taken. I want criticism. Good and Bad. Here they are:

Sick Anole: Just trying to get a good close up.

At the Park:

The Snow: Tried for the dramtic effect but didn't get far.

Eeyore:

Turtle:

Nikko and Oscar:

I hope I didn't post to many. Oh and these we taken with my Fujifilm Finepix S1500.

Thanks,
Jake

 

[AJake]

PS- I don't know exactly what apertures, shutter speeds, and what not. I am only 16 and VERY new to phtography and really need to get a few good books and guides to read if you guys have ANY suggestions on books, internet articles, or any tis you wanna give I would appreciate it.

 

[Darkhunter139]

Understanding Exposure By Bryan Peterson. Another good one is Learning to See Creatively by Bryan Peterson. I loved both of these books and they helped me out a ton.
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[AJake]

Thanks Darkhunter. Will get those ASAP.

 

[myfotoguy]

Understanding Exposure By Bryan Peterson. Another good one is Learning to See Creatively by Bryan Peterson. I loved both of these books and they helped me out a ton.​

+1 , those were my first two books. Also, Michael Freeman "The Photographer's Eye", but I read that after a I had been using a DSLR for a while. So not sure if that one should wait. I've personally got in the trap of reading, then not practicing between books enough.

 

[AJake]

That would definitely be something I would do. Is just read read read and than get angry when I tried what I read and it didn't work. ha.

 

[reznap]

I really like the 8th picture (Bird nibbling the rope).

You'll pick up a lot of good info lurking this forum. Basically if you come here knowing nothing, and pay attention for a few weeks you'll really feel like your eyes have been opened.. you'll still get poor results though (at least I do, lol).

Also, if you want more specific comments, post like around 4 of your strongest shots, and number them.

Nice pets btw.

 

[AlexColeman]

And certain people had a problem with my photos? I think you need to lurk a little more before posting. Thanks.

 

[Geaux]

^ no need to be rude. I'm new, he asked for some C&C, but we all start somewhere.

Of course his pictures aren't great, but c'mon, the kid is 16 and new. You could add a little something.

Out of all the pictures, #8 is your keeper. Remember, you can shoot hundreds of pics in a day and only 2-3 will be worth keeping. #8 is your one for the post. Good job and keep it up.

 

[mrmacedonian]

Out of all the pictures, #8 is your keeper. Good job and keep it up.

+1

 

[Darkhunter139]

Out of all the pictures, #8 is your keeper. Good job and keep it up.

+1

Agreed, I think it would look better with a more colorful background though. Maybe try a re shoot with a colorful sheet or something behind the bird.

 

[reznap]

I think it would look better with a more colorful background though. Maybe try a re shoot with a colorful sheet or something behind the bird.

I just thought it could use some added contrast.

What do you think of this?

 

[carrollove]

I like the 8th picture (Bird nibbling the rope).

 

[AJake]

Wow guys, thanks for all the C&C! Rez, I like the added contrast. I'll keep that in mind and will definitely do a reshoot with a more colorful background.

Thanks again guys.

Jake

 

[ShutterBird]

Your African Grey pics are the best out of the group! Keep it up! That's an awesome bird!