And they all took one step back

**Photo Phil** · #1 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 02:11 PM

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Inspired by antics on the parade ground. When the Drill Seargent asked for a volunteer, they all but one took a step back.

ukhero · #2 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 03:30 PM

Nice idea Phil there is some burn out on the pawns which is a shame. I would have liked a different angle on this to emphasise the one still forward. Glad to see your experimenting again....

**Photo Phil** · #3 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 03:41 PM

Hi Nik,
Couldn't avoid the hotspots here, I need to invest in a light tent. I tried the straight on angle, but didn't like the result due to too many of the pawns being hidden by the one in front. I tried to shoot from a higher angle but felt that didn't work either. I think I need to go back to the drawing board.

Regards....Phil

ukhero · #4 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 04:12 PM

I think if you come down angle wise look through the viewfiner as you place the pawns in place and try for a very narrow DOF this would make it very interesting... This is of cause IMHO...

fayswon · #5 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 04:17 PM

looks like group of alter boys being instructed by the bishop. I'm wondering if a veil of cheesecloth would diffuse the light more and minimize the blowouts??

**Photo Phil** · #6 (**permalink**) 11-02-2008, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ukhero

I think if you come down angle wise look through the viewfiner as you place the pawns in place and try for a very narrow DOF this would make it very interesting... This is of cause IMHO...

Thanks Nik,
I did try this angle with a variation on the lighting.
Regards....Phil