Post Your Best Portrait Shots!

[Richard Lane]

Hi, first shot I've uploaded in this side of the forum, but the cat further up inspired me to post it.


Was shot at ISO 400, f/5.6, 1/50s, 50mm using the 17-55mm kit (before I upgraded to the 15-85mm IS) on my dad's Canon 450D.


I think I was still shooting in Auto mode here, or at least AV and initially I was a little upset with the motion blur on Mickey's face, but the fact that his tongue is pretty sharp perhaps just brings the movement into the picture maybe? I'm not sure, I think I'd rather it was shaper. I'd still appreciate any comments on it, especially anything I could do in PP, because so far I've limited myself to colour balance and sharpening.


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Hi Ham,


I think the shot looks good the way it is, but if you would like to freeze the motion better, then you will have to up your shutter speed, which would require a wider aperture, higher ISO, or more light.


I hope that helps!


Rich

[Richard Lane]

@Dave, I love the exposure and framing of the 2nd shot. That