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  1. 03-03-2013, 08:11 AM #1
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    Photography - The Common Passion with Porsche - Photo Tips

    I watched this video on F1 photographer Darren Heath today and was reminded how many of us here share in common the passion that is photography:

    http://vimeo.com/59842169

    I thought it would be helpful to have a thread on "Car Photography Tips" for our members. This may include composition, settings, equipment, Photoshop tricks, vantage points, how to maximize iPhone shots, etc. I used to run the darkroom in college and could lose a whole day in there without ever coming out!

    Your generosity would be very much appreciated.

    One of my favorite themes is a photo made to look "in period" with absolutely no distinguishing features to give it away as current day. Here is one of my favorites shot by Martyn Goddard of my "Sebring MGB" during the 2006 Carolina Trophy:
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    Was just discussing the merits of B&W photography over at Werk Crew the other day.....

    I took this one back around Thanksgiving of Mark Morrissey's car.... It might be a bit over-'shopped, but I like how it brings all of the attention to the lights.

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    A HDR experiment of my 996.....

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    if anyone ever wants input they can contact me privately. I'd love to help any way I can. The biggest advice I can ever give is challenging someone to explain why they think the photo is good, and why they think its strong.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Digital K View Post
    The biggest advice I can ever give is challenging someone to explain why they think the photo is good, and why they think its strong.
    Your words, your advice.

    Now, let's turn the tables and challenge you to explain to us why you think the above photo is good, and why you think it's strong.

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    Quote Originally Posted by John Z Goriup View Post
    Your words, your advice.

    Now, let's turn the tables and challenge you to explain to us why you think the above photo is good, and why you think it's strong.

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    I think its thirded well. the subject is placed properly. balance wise its a nice shot. not a great shot, or a strong shot, but its nice. the HDR and the tilt are a bit of a buzzkill though.
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    My suggestions:

    Get low, or get high. Just normal standing height makes for uninteresting pictures.
    Try to keep the backgrounds simple so that the focus remains on the car.
    Bracket you photos - especially for dark cars.
    In the first or last hour of light during the day.
    Use a wide angle lens and get close for drama.

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    Who shoots film? I though I remembered seeing a Leica thread on here a while ago
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    I shot medium format for fun till about a year ago. I just dont have time. I miss film quite a bit. Even my newest stuff doesnt snag color like film did.
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    okay its a 912 but...

    you can't tell from this angle
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