My Boy in the Window

Hopper242 · #1 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 03:37 PM

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Taken at a wedding, my son got bored as kids do and was found stood here looking out the window, I have tried to adjust the contrast and brightness, I keep on praticing but not sure about the light through the window.
Julia

Mausue · #2 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 04:08 PM

Nice photograph Julia. The light through the window is a little harsh and distracting but I still like it. Great composition

**Dennyboy** · #3 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 04:11 PM

Hi Julia, i would have tried no flash, expose for the window (detail outside should have been clearer) then re-frame and then take the shot, would have been enough light maybe to get good natural light on his face. Nice shot anyway!

Hopper242 · #4 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 04:36 PM

Thanks I had to be quick he was in a worse mood than my Buzzard on that day and I know I messed-up with the light from the window, when he caught me taking photographs he stomped off (little ...... darling) can I do anything about the window?

Len · #5 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 04:53 PM

I like this shot; the boys expression says I wish i was out side and not in here.Well capture, spontanious shots are usually the best

lisa1970 · #6 (**permalink**) 09-07-2008, 09:06 PM

i like this, i think the mood of the capture here is more important than the technical side but i'm sure some of these clever folks will have some ideas

whatt · #7 (**permalink**) 11-07-2008, 08:34 PM

Hi Julia .. like the mood of the photo ..and can see where little ones would be very bored at a wedding .. it is too bad regarding the window .. and it being blown out .. but all in all a good candid photo ..
Cheers
Else

G8PSR · #8 (**permalink**) 11-07-2008, 09:02 PM

You have captured the boys expression very well. You can alter the window in PS using the Burn/Dodge tool or even change the window background all together. If you like I have a go.

Hopper242 · #9 (**permalink**) 12-07-2008, 02:29 PM

Yes please Paul show me what you mean I am a total novice with PS,

G8PSR · #10 (**permalink**) 12-07-2008, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Hopper242

Yes please Paul show me what you mean I am a total novice with PS,

Just a quick go to give you the general idea.
Picture 3:- Using the Burn tool, burn in the detail in window
Picture 2:- Add a slight reflection in window.
Picture 1:- Change view through window.

Hope this helps and gives you a few ideas, all the best Paul