need an opinion on my pictures?

Question

i was wondering if my photography is bad since in the past i have been told so here are just a few but i would like to honestly know and what i should inprove on. its hard since i have to be my own model since no one else will model for me but still...

http://tn3-1.deviantart.com/fs20/300W/i/2007/231/7/2/lost_by_Jeemm.jpg

http://tn3-2.deviantart.com/fs20/300W/i/2007/231/5/4/wonderland_by_Jeemm.jpg

http://tn3-2.deviantart.com/fs18/300W/f/2007/189/5/4/days_go_by_by_Jeemm.jpg

http://tn3-1.deviantart.com/fs20/300W/i/2007/231/1/4/memories_by_Jeemm.jpg

these are just a few i have a deviant art account but i just want peoples honest opinions on what i should improve

Answer 1

First off, try to take pictures of nature first, that will give you a basis.
I am new to photography but I can judge it well. I can see that you can see good spots to take it at, but you lack emotion in the pictures they seem blan. I would stay your number four is the best...

Improve your angles, and ligting, make sure you are not moving your camera, since your second one has a blurry top. One and four are good pictures you just need some practice, and maybe a photo class.

here are some of my pictures which I have been told are good. I know looking at someones photos always help me with ideas, and to see what they did right so I can do it as well.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y49/softballXXchick/TheresasArtwork032.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y49/softballXXchick/TheresasArtwork004.jpg
the second one got published.

And you seem to like angles so here is an idea on that...
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y49/softballXXchick/TheresasArtwork049.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y49/softballXXchick/TheresasArtwork001.jpg

Keep taking pictures, your off to a good start!
And if you find it fun dont let anyone make you stop because they think your not good, its a great hobby.

Answer 2

I actually like what you've done with these.

BUT...

The constructive criticism is as follows:

Generally, you do not want to have headless people in your photos. So the one where the model has no head...not a good one for me. My opinion only.

The only other one that I have slight comment on is the image where the model is sitting on the boxes. I would not have had parts of her cut off on the edge. Shoot wider and crop down a little if need be.

I do understand that you are your own model, and some of these things might be be cause of that. It's hard getting the shot setup when you can't see through the viewfinder.

I think you show promise and are off to a good start.

Answer 3

Despite all the "rules", do's and do not's. Go with your gut and don't worry about what other people think, especially if you are just getting into it. Developing your own unique style could make you a successful photographer; when people look at a picture they almost know immediately that it is yours. You have the eye for it, no one else seems to agree with it because its not by the book. I love that stuff, it means that there are still very creative and imaginative people in this world of monotonous xeroxed photos. Keep on going you pictures look good, dark and mysterious. Makes the mind race on guessing the back story of the picture.

You have something there. Practice, practice, practice! Know your equipment, learn all the settings, shortcuts and fun querks.

Make it yours.

Answer 4

I agree about cutting off heads. Sometimes it might work. IMHO, this is not one of those times.

I like the picnic table, although it's not sharp, but the big dark mass is distracting.

The filing boxes image needs some WB correction, hardly worth it for a mediocre snapshot.

I sort of like the last one.

If you don't already have some books on beginning photography, get a couple. Learn about camera settings and what they do. Learn about exposure and composition. Study your camera manual. Surf websites for photos you like and then think about why you like them. Pay attention to light throughout the day and how it changes. Try shooting the same thing at different times of day and in different weather.

Photography is a fun and rewarding hobby. Enjoy!

Answer 5

I am going to disagree with everyone... I like them all. No head, just feet, scrunched up against a wall. All fine.

I think you are doing great - forget what people say about cutting off heads - your shot still is very creative and interesting. Much better than a person standing in the exact center of the frame - oh so b-o-r-i-n-g, even with a head.

In my opinion - shoot whatever you like, what you are attracted to and don't worry what anyone else might say. It is your photography - develop your own style.

Of course if everyone else loves it and buys it, then that's great too.

Answer 6

Okay. Here we go.

In the first one did you mean to cut off her head?

I like the picnic table. Has a sense of loneliness.

I like this one. Having her sitting on the large paper cutter with the strange lighting gives it a feeling of tension.

The last one is sort of Dorothea Lange like.

I'm sure you're going to get some criticism about these. Big deal. There is no right or wrong way to take a photograph. The only way that matters is the way that expresses your vision.

Answer 7

Never cut someone's head off!
But I like the last two (sitting by the filing boxes and feet by the swing).
Here's my suggestion though. Forget about getting criticism for your photos right now. What you need to do is find a model. Male or female. Adult or child. It doesn't matter. There's no way you can learn by photographing yourself.

And another thing, instead of looking for new and interesting ways to photograph things, search the net for photos you really like and then copy them. It will get boring but I assure you, copy these photos over and over and over until you realize you can compose a great shot without thinking about it. Once you do that, start creating your own scenes. Then come back here and we will give our opinions :-)
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Answer 8

What!!!??? it extremely is a photograph of a attractive little domestic dog, for God's sake! A canines-hater could desire to of rejected it. or in line with threat a bigot. i think, in case you despatched it to a "white" guy or woman and further derogatory comments, it may desire to be seen offensive. in any different case, that is basically a domestic dog in a organic pose - no longer something incorrect with that for the duration of any respect! Geez, what's the international coming to?

Answer 9

I think it is ok to crop off someones head (sounds better than "cut" off) ... but I don't like the bottom of the swing, it is distracting.

Also I would suggest evening your subject out from top to bottom.. I don't like top heavy photos with nothing to view at the bottom of the print.

Answer 10

I like the second one it looks kind of dreamy. Other than that they're kind of mediocre. I think the 3rd one would look better if she looked more bored, or just a little emotion. There's potential in all of them