Thanks bro, it makes sense now... I will pay attention next time.
Newbies Outing (part 10) - June 6 Sunday, Marina Barrage
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Thanks bro, it makes sense now... I will pay attention next time.
Possible, because original size is > 3MB, I used CS4 to save for web and it is now only 127KB.
In pictures when you are using wide angle with camera tilted upwards, buildings will look as if they are leaning towards the center of the frame at both ends. And there is no clear horizon for your to guage. The best way, is to look for vertical in/near the center of the frame as a guide.
Taking one of icefox23's picture as a guide, This is how I gauge if your pic is tilted.
(icefox23, hope you don't mind I used your pic as an example. If you need me to take it down, let me know and I will).
I have written on how to gauge for a level horizon in difficult situations when using wide angles. You can read it here: http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showpost.php?p=6107189&postcount=40
dingaroo
New Member
Your skill noob?? ... Then we what are we??? Can faint!!
dingaroo
New Member
We can never learn so much at one go, unless you are a genius. However, I think I've learned, even as much as I preach as a trainer, you learn more by practice. Also, you may not be able to absorb everything senior Albert aka dd123 tried to convey to us all, but one should never try and follow up with more reading up or researching.
One day, we will be like brother dd, and he'll be like Scott Kelby! Hehehehe, have belief!
dingaroo
New Member
But that would require some sort of entrance payment. I have a few lobangs for such places, but have to let me know in advance if the place is available. But it's a good idea. hmmmm
dingaroo
New Member
Was talking yesterday between Mr & Mrs scubagolfer, jacobs, and Ghaz. About time to promote these two to Independent Shooter status, huh?
dingaroo
New Member
Who's the ang moh?
Part of the group?
Or a curious onlooker?
Just a curious passerby, who somehow picked up Kenny to talk to
He might be converted to join the photography craze, from what I overheard!
dingaroo
New Member
I have a little crazy idea, was asking around people who went for shoots yesterday.
You know there are holiday photo-shoots overseas, like where they go on trips to exotic countries to shoot. I was playing with the idea to have like a 2 day 1 night getaway, but in Singapore. Program could be something like this:
12.00 - 13.00 : check-in
13.00 - 16.00 : get to know and maybe a talk or a short intro to something we may to learn
16.00 - 16.30 : break
16.30 - 20.00 : evening/sunset shoot
20.00 - 23.00 : dinner/bbq
23.00 - 01.30 : overnight shoot
01.30 - 05.00 : break
05.00 - 07.30 : sunrise shoot (optional, if you are tired)
07.30 - 09.30 : breakfast
09.30 - 11.30 : share photos and critique time
11.30 - break : break, get ready to check-out
12.00 : check-out
Of course, this would be done in December, if possible. Also, over a weekend, unless people can take leave and do it on a weekday (less crowded at places where we might want to shoot). Maybe we could put up in at Downtown East's chalets. Also, it won't be free, have to cover costs. Thinking of engaging transportation so we could be transported in comfort.
We could cover genres like landscape, macro, street shoot, etc. Anyone worth inviting to give a talk? Maybe how to PP?
Let me know if this is workable.
Cheers!
You know there are holiday photo-shoots overseas, like where they go on trips to exotic countries to shoot. I was playing with the idea to have like a 2 day 1 night getaway, but in Singapore. Program could be something like this:
12.00 - 13.00 : check-in
13.00 - 16.00 : get to know and maybe a talk or a short intro to something we may to learn
16.00 - 16.30 : break
16.30 - 20.00 : evening/sunset shoot
20.00 - 23.00 : dinner/bbq
23.00 - 01.30 : overnight shoot
01.30 - 05.00 : break
05.00 - 07.30 : sunrise shoot (optional, if you are tired)
07.30 - 09.30 : breakfast
09.30 - 11.30 : share photos and critique time
11.30 - break : break, get ready to check-out
12.00 : check-out
Of course, this would be done in December, if possible. Also, over a weekend, unless people can take leave and do it on a weekday (less crowded at places where we might want to shoot). Maybe we could put up in at Downtown East's chalets. Also, it won't be free, have to cover costs. Thinking of engaging transportation so we could be transported in comfort.
We could cover genres like landscape, macro, street shoot, etc. Anyone worth inviting to give a talk? Maybe how to PP?
Let me know if this is workable.
Cheers!
ENDorphins
Member
First of all, many thanks to dingaroo for organizing evening outing, as well as all seniors who came forth to guide us shooters!
I have decided taken a series of shots as the lights went out of the sky, in an attempt to stitch them up to form a really wide view. However, it definitely wasn't an easy job, so I just stacked the re-sized shots via naive alignment of common elements at the boundaries. Attempted tools like warping initially, and almost ended up warping my own sanity after 3 hours. :cry: Here's how it looks like...
a 3-shot stitch was done up with the same procedure, and here it is:
As you can see, distortions like the oval flyer is hardly pleasing, so how can I avoid such foul-ups? Hereby seeking guidance on setting up properly to capture a series of shots that would be suited for panoramic stitching, as well as any tools that could handle the alignment and distortion correction. All advice, brickbats and bouquets are welcome
I have decided taken a series of shots as the lights went out of the sky, in an attempt to stitch them up to form a really wide view. However, it definitely wasn't an easy job, so I just stacked the re-sized shots via naive alignment of common elements at the boundaries. Attempted tools like warping initially, and almost ended up warping my own sanity after 3 hours. :cry: Here's how it looks like...
a 3-shot stitch was done up with the same procedure, and here it is:
As you can see, distortions like the oval flyer is hardly pleasing, so how can I avoid such foul-ups? Hereby seeking guidance on setting up properly to capture a series of shots that would be suited for panoramic stitching, as well as any tools that could handle the alignment and distortion correction. All advice, brickbats and bouquets are welcome
dingaroo
New Member
I don't really see anything wrong with the pictures, except maybe that of noodles, maybe a bit under exposed, but if you over expose it by maybe +1/3, might be better. But that's just me.
Cheers!
dingaroo
New Member
First of all, many thanks to dingaroo for organizing evening outing, as well as all seniors who came forth to guide us shooters!
I have decided taken a series of shots as the lights went out of the sky, in an attempt to stitch them up to form a really wide view. However, it definitely wasn't an easy job, so I just stacked the re-sized shots via naive alignment of common elements at the boundaries. Attempted tools like warping initially, and almost ended up warping my own sanity after 3 hours. :cry: Here's how it looks like...
a 3-shot stitch was done up with the same procedure, and here it is:
As you can see, distortions like the oval flyer is hardly pleasing, so how can I avoid such foul-ups? Hereby seeking guidance on setting up properly to capture a series of shots that would be suited for panoramic stitching, as well as any tools that could handle the alignment and distortion correction. All advice, brickbats and bouquets are welcome
Seems like it's the common problem found with most panoramas, not taken at the lens' nodal point. To achieve that, you need the appropriate gear for that. Here's more information on nodal point. You can also google 'nodal point for more information'.
The seniors might have a better solution to your problem. Gurus?
Cheers!
Sorry I missed your photos bro.
Here goes:
#6 is an interesting shot. But IMHO, I feel the tilt does not do much for the pic. It is better to do a straight shot in portrait orientation.
#7 #8 are actually both slightly over exposed. A decrease in 1/3 to 2/3 stops would be take care of it. #7 is tilted to the left. And #8 is almost level. I still see a very very slight tilt to the left. Overall pictures are sharp. #7 and #8 appears a little soft, probably due to the slight over exposure. Overall, I would say your shots are quite decent bro. Well done.
Hey bro,
i think photo #6 will be better if u do exposure blending... the foreground is too dark IMO ....photo #7 i guess u might consider to do a tighter crop off the top and bottom...
As for candids... for myself when i take candids... i will try to take with the expression or an attitude
This my 2 cents worth of cc...... i ain't no pro...
keep shooting
Funny that you mentioned it. I was thinking of doing a trip, but outside of Singapore. There is this group of islands out in the indonesian territory called Anambas. It is a group of islands. My friend went and I got to know the dude who has been taking people out there. I am considering to go. Problem is, have to go in a group of at least 10 people. I checked, and I think he is the only one bringing people out there. Sort of like undiscovered paradise. Any one interested? This is how a couple of the islands look like. I did not take these pics, posted with permission.
Anyone interested?
Draken413o
Senior Member
Ooo looks nice.. I want to go to redang though.. The waters look so blue and wonderful!
Sundown Surfin
Sundown Surfin
First of all, many thanks to dingaroo for organizing evening outing, as well as all seniors who came forth to guide us shooters!
I have decided taken a series of shots as the lights went out of the sky, in an attempt to stitch them up to form a really wide view. However, it definitely wasn't an easy job, so I just stacked the re-sized shots via naive alignment of common elements at the boundaries. Attempted tools like warping initially, and almost ended up warping my own sanity after 3 hours. :cry: Here's how it looks like...
a 3-shot stitch was done up with the same procedure, and here it is:
As you can see, distortions like the oval flyer is hardly pleasing, so how can I avoid such foul-ups? Hereby seeking guidance on setting up properly to capture a series of shots that would be suited for panoramic stitching, as well as any tools that could handle the alignment and distortion correction. All advice, brickbats and bouquets are welcome
Bro, to do panaroma shots nicely, it is recommended to do it with a panaroma bracket, so you can rotate using the nodal point as the center of rotation. Also, you need manual exposure to lock the exposure in place and shoot with discipline at fixed angles. Warning, those brackets ain't cheap!
But I thought your 3 shot pana turned out very nicely though.
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Mr Draken we shall do xtreme sport strobing 1 day ya
I would like to tag along when you guys do that.
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