stevrock

Hiya guys, just recently gotten into this little hobby. I'm hoping a few of you guys could help me out and teach me a few things.
I'm slowly getting the hang of things, but feel that I need somebody other then me to go through a few pictures and give me some constructive criticism. Oh yeah, and only editing to these pictures are through Canon's software.

Here goes:










What are the thoughts guys?

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-Steve H.

88 4Runner: 22RE, 5 speed, soft top, 3" body lift

AZkid

well if you want constructive criticism i think you should take pictures of trucks

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tc

Your composition could use a little help. Objects tend to look kinda "static" when centered in the frame - try the "rule of thirds" where you put the object of interest one third up and one third over.

If you want to learn more, check out "Understanding Exposure" Bryan Peterson

Xsi has got great reviews - definitely got the equipment you need!

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AZkid

i think all canons have the option of rule of thirds on the display if im not mistaken.

__________________
87 Runner "Chalkboard"-
-215/75/15 BFG AT's on modular rims
-I got these things that go BOOM! BOOM!
-And a thing that goes BEEP! BEEP!

81 Truck "P.O.S."-
-Rebuilt engine 50,000+ miles ago
-For sale! Being sold as parts truck, but still runs and drives
-$600! OBO

tc

Probably - but keep in mind most rules of composition are rules to be broken! 1/3rds. and all the others are a good place to start is all.

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Check out www.coTTORA.org to hook up with great Toyota 'wheelin' folks!
Current - 93 4Runner: 3VZ 33"x10.50" no lift ARB F/R
96 Impala SS: My own personal cop car
Previous - 89 2WD Pickup 22R, Fabtech "Ivan Dan" lift, 31x10.50, IASCA World Finals 4th Place

Stop with the mods and get on the trail!

Pix at www.4wheelingoh.shutterfly.com/action

stevrock

Only on Live View does it have a grid, and then you lose the ability to use autofocus
I guess I could line it up with the AF dots through the eyepiece.

I'll keep in mind the position on my focal point, but I'm more concerned about things like my finishing of the pictures right now.
From what I'm seeing is that they are a bit dark, but in focus. Some of them don't have a lot of color, like the pale pink... roses I think they are.

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-Steve H.

88 4Runner: 22RE, 5 speed, soft top, 3" body lift