Little Guy
Uploaded: August 14, 2007
Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
Hello everyone! I need some advice...please: I have been unhappy with my conversions the last few days (and many of you know- I love black & white). I am not sure what I am doing wrong. Normally I am pretty happy with my conversations. What should I change? #713788Su Sana E. P August 14, 2007
Angela, I’m no expert in Black and white conversion and I can’t think of the difference when I look at this sweetie. Perhaps this is the best of your baby portrait. I’m sure that you’ll get plenty of advices today to solve your dilemma.#4644500
Jennifer L. Alder August 14, 2007
I really like this, Angela-- I am a fan of black and white, too. I think it is very nice as is--- perhaps you could play with the red/blue values until you see a result you enjoy- or even the bump up the contrast to see if it makes a difference. Honestly-- this is very sweet :) #4644522William Johnson August 14, 2007
I am no expert on B/W Angela, so I wouldn't like to try and say what you can do, if anything is possible. To me, there is nothing wrong with this image as with many more portrait images in your gallery. I think this is an excellent image. Bill J. #4644555Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
Thank you Susana, Jennifer & Bill!!! I took Jennifer's advice & was So HAPPY to find a much more pleasing conversion!! I was in a bit of a slump but thanks to all of your support my confidence has risen!! THANK YOU!!!!! #4644565Ray Clarke August 14, 2007
A beautiful baby portrait Angela,perfect as it is for me (a) #4644588Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
Thank you very much Audrey!! #4644596Jennifer L. Alder August 14, 2007
I had a feeling it would work ;)Dominick M. Dimacale August 14, 2007
Very beautiful portrait here Angela...Dominick #4644720Barbara Waldoch August 14, 2007
Priceless expression, Angela! #4644919Christopher Jamison August 14, 2007
CUTENESS OVERLOAD for sure! :)as for the b/w conversion...the only problem I see is that it's just a touch 'flat'. I realize that's a harsh sounding word...but it's really not that bad. If you use Photoshop...try playing with the curves adjustment. Start with a nice 'S' curve and then play around with it to get what you are looking for. From what I can see, a bit more contrast (darker shadows and lighter highlights) would really bring this to life!
good luck! look forward to seeing more of your work! #4645303
Angie Sidles August 14, 2007
Angela, this is absolutely adorable. #4646671Heather August 14, 2007
I think it's PerFecT!!! The B&W was a very good choice :) He's such a cutie! #4647559Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
THANK YOU ALL SOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!Chris & Jennifer- your advice was VERY helpful!!! Thank you!!! #4647652
Dan Holm August 14, 2007
A priceless pose, a beautiful capture, Angela!! He has a better portfolio than most professional models! ;) ...Beautiful portrait! #4648197Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
Thank you Dan!! He DOES model- LOL & many of the images in his portfolio are in my gallery! Thank you for the nice comments!!! #4648280Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
I am sleepy today- above I said portfolio & I meant his comp card! Maybe my conversion slump is due to my lack of sleep- LOL!! #4648321Stefania Barbier August 14, 2007
gorgeous Angela... as all your baby shots... great lighting and beautiful expression! #4649543Angela Azzinnaro August 14, 2007
Thanks so much Stef!!! #4649544Carol Teal August 17, 2007
Such a cute baby and photo Angela! He always appears so alert and has the cutest expressions! #4661410Angela Azzinnaro August 17, 2007
Thank you Carol!!! #4661857Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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