Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Owl


Owl
Originally uploaded by Michael Slear
Interesting thing bout wildlife is you never know how close you may get. This guy was unduanted by my presence and was actually quite curious. A long lens (300mm) and large fstop enhance already expressive eyes.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Alysha


Alysha
Originally uploaded by Michael Slear

Recently had the pleasure of photographing Alysha for her senior portrait. Some studios in the midwest specialize in senior portraits, with hours of sitting time and half dozen wardrobe changes. We did a couple clothes changes and an hour and this was my favorite, where preparation and timing with a special sky came together with a beautiful young lady. A little fill light, a rim light, and a little luck gave us an image she had envisioned. Enjoy!

Uploaded by Michael Slear on 20 Oct 10, 9.24AM EDT

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

NBPlantation


NBPlantation
Originally uploaded by Michael Slear
Your basic twilight shot where the window of time for balanced available, twilight sky and supplemental light is very short. I've attempted 2 twilight scenes on same evening and usually find there is only time for one. A speedlight within the gazebo, one far camera right and one near camera, gave the shape and accent I had previsioned. The rest was up to the models. Enjoy!