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Playing with bokeh and DoF

PostPosted: Mon Jan 26, 2009 12:19 pm
by kitchenwench
Hi folks. Woah, it's been awhile since I visited this forum...I guess that's what happens when life gets in the way!

Unfortunately, my collection of lenses is still pitiful (the canon 450D kit lens and 'nifty fifty'), though I did also purchase a Yashica 635 TLR to try and renew my interest in photography :)

Anyway, I've been going on a few shoots further out of my comfort zone in the past few weeks, so I thought what better way to say 'hi' than to show what I've been up to :) Any and all constructive feedback is ABSOLUTELY welcome, so please let me know what you think and any tips you might have :)

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Re: Playing with bokeh and DoF

PostPosted: Mon Jan 26, 2009 3:48 pm
by ATJ
I really like the first one. I think the image would be strong if the bee was heading towards the camera rather than away, but it is still pretty good.

The second one frustrates me a bit. I'd like to see more detail but can't. It reminds me of how I feel when I can't find my glasses.

The third one is great. The detail of the nose and tongue is wonderful. The slightly out-of-focus eyes work well with the image. You could perhaps lighten the nose a tad for a little more detail.

The face to the right of the forth doesn't work for me. It looks more like a mistake and takes away from the beautiful sunrise.

Re: Playing with bokeh and DoF

PostPosted: Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:12 am
by seeto.centric
I agree with Andrew, i also really like the first one.. its got the soothing and welcoming feel to it

-julian

Re: Playing with bokeh and DoF

PostPosted: Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:58 am
by garyr
#3 is just awesome - I wouldn't change a thing.

#1 works for me - I disagree with Andrew and Julian and feel that the bee flying away and into the unclear wilderness of obvious abundant pleasures is kind of dreamy. I may feel a little intimidated if it were coming towards me ;)

I do agree with Andrew on #2 and #4.

If this is what you get with the kit lens and the nifty fifty then you put most to shame - thanks for posting.