 Doug Hucker |
Should i quit? I was wondering if any of you wanna take 3 seconds to check out my gallery and give me your honest opinions of what you think. I only digitally edited 3 of them in photo shop. Leaf picture - had holes in the leaves Bench - I just mixed with the colors making it a bit bluer Skater portrait (kickflip) - There was a shadow cast on the wall from my flash being too powerful so I took it out. A few others were just cleaned up due to being scanned from prints but no change otherwise. Again i'm looking for honest opinions because i'm considering giving it up because i'm not sure if I can make a career out of it. I love it but i'm sure some of you have been in my position before. Thanks to all who respond and who took the time to read this.
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Marty Shaw |
Hey there, Doug. You mention making a career out of this but didn't say if you plan on specializing in a particular area. Also, I'm not a career photog myself so understand that my opinion is worth exactly what you paid for it. ;) I like your scenic and flower shots but I don't see a career with those images simpy because there are already a billion scenic and flower shots out there. I actually read that somewhere but don't remember the source. I think the only way to make a career out of those images is to specialize in an area or style and then become the absolute master of it. I like your skater shots but if you don't mind a slight a critique, the busy background (tree & carport)in one and the corner of the exit door in the othre one robs the photos of the impact that should be there. I'd especially like to see that skater going over the car with a cleaner background. bet that would look awesome. I know there are some extreme sports and skateboard markets out there but no clue on how to crack them. Good luck and keep shooting. Oh yeah, would you mind returning the favor and checking out the post on car photography? My question is similar to yours and some input would be appreciated. Thanks. -Marty
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Doug Hucker |
Well i'm not looking into specializing in anything yet, I am on the verge of buying the Nikon 60mm macro because i've got quite a few good ideas for close up photography. I was just wondering if you think I have a good concept of how to compose a photo and expose it. I havn't shot much recently so I don't have many pictures. I also thought the Exit sign and tree/carport was too busy as well.. I just had no other idea how to shoot it. thanks for your input. I like your countryside sunset and V-8 Shots best.
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Marty Shaw |
Thanks for the compliments. Those two are my favorites too. I think the 60mm macro is a good idea. I haven't done any research on the number of macro-photographers out there but I know I don't see too many macro shots in online galleries so the unique view will be a definite advantage. If you don't mind, I'd like to offer a suggestion on the skater jumping the car. Just put a plain blue sky behind him and have him dressed in red or yellow or some other contrasting color. It would be an eye-catcher, I think. -Marty
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Michael E. Lanning |
Well from what I see you got some skills. Look at my gallery, I make money why can't you?
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Richard Sanderson |
Hi Doug - short answer is never quit if you enjoy it. Although I do agree with the comments from Marty on the number of floral and landscape shots out there, I fear that it is your comment about not having shot much recently that is going to stop you from developing your skills. Just keep snapping. I am neither a pro or expert, and waste rolls of film on mundane and boring shots, but when you get it right, there is a real buzz. In terms of composition, don't settle for the first thing you see. On your harbour shot, I would guess that if you had walked 10 yards to the left and lowered the angle of the shot, you would have been able to accentuate the curve of the wall, drawing the eye through the picture. Good colours though would suggest great exposure. Just keep on keeping on! do me a favour, have a quick look at my site and let me now your thoughts. Cheers dude
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Doug Hucker |
Michael L. - Thanks for the comment. Richard, nice stuff.. I like band photography.. I havn't been able ot shoot it although like every other one of my friends are in bands. They're pretty big names though so whenever they have a show in this state I can never make it. i'd like ot give it a try though. www.burnthepage.com is my friends site with some band shots if you wanna check that out. (not sure if advertisiing sites is aloud on here though but eh.) thanks for all your input keep it comin,
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Doug Hucker |
Oh and you guys who asked me to compliment on your shots... did you upload them from a Digi SLR or Film? Most of mine "zoomy flower one mostly" are pretty crappy because it's an actual 4x6 print. as a matter of fact they all are except the Leaves and the Bench, which are slides.
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Pete H |
Doug; Perhaps a comparison story will help here. I have seen and heard professional entertainers; big names, who make millions. I have also seen and heard people who never get beyond playing to small crowds and bar rooms...yet they are often better entertainers and have better voices etc than their pro counterparts... I'm sure you've seen this as well. Why does one succeed and the others not? 1) KNowing someone 2) Getting "The Break" 3) A little luck. 4) Perseverance 5) Not Quitting 6) Setting Goals 7) Creating a need. 8) Marketing 9) Quality Notice I placed quality last. I know photographers who shoot great photos and earn nothing. I also know some pro's who make a lot of money, and their work is lousy in my opinion.
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Richard Sanderson |
i upgraded my scanner about 6 months ago to one that allows me to scan negatives into the PC. this then allows me manipulate almost 1st generation copies of my shots. cost me about £120 which I guess is about $200. all posts on my site are done this way.
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Samuel Smith |
hi doug, i shoot film and scan my photos.i don't know how to use a photo program yet so I can't even remove slight imperfections,ok with me. the light is harsh in most of your pics.like your shooting at high noon.not a good time of day. the dock picture also has pole lights and telephone poles on the left,like they said look for a different angle. the lillies have a paint look to them on my monitor,might be the strong light. skateboarded on steps,nice action,just a hair fuzzy. i like the leaves picture,good job! so,remember time of day,the light,when your taking pictures.try before 9 or 10,and after 5 or 6. hard to give much of an opinion since you only have 9 posted. hth,sam
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