monicasigmon Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 It's a new year and I'm excited to be trying some new things in 2023. I found myself with a pretty serious creative block last year, so it feels like I'm just waking up out of a fog! Has anyone else gone through that? Have any of you thought of specific ideas/projects you want to tackle this year? Here's an image I photographed just before New Year's and I'm excited to see what else I can do along these lines...it's REALLY different than anything I currently do for my clients! Shot with my brand new #a7RV and #FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Products Used FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM IILenses Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LensBrew Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 I'm working on honing my post processing and sports photography. I've just learned a new tip regarding basketball, and that is to sit on the right side of the basket facing the court. The majority of players are right handed, so this would be the best position to capture facial expression during a dunk.The lesson I learned is some research into small things, that some people would dismiss as unnecessary overwork, can surprisingly help create better photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolineJensen Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 This is gorgeous! I am in a weird place. My subjects have become very seasonal...flowers and waterfowl. That has left me a little lost over winter. That is ok though as I need this time to prep for the busy season ahead and to work through my backlog of images from last year. I am moving in a similar direction too. I usually shoot dark and moody, but I'm planning to have more color and lightness in my work this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoGina Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 I'm working on some lifestyle shoots for stock photos. Its helps me stay creative during the winter months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekRover Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 I've been researching on bunch of different stuff and techniques. I've been finding alot of fascinating BTS creators have been showing to show their creative process and its reaaally cool!!! I started experimenting with portraits last year and will try to continue to improve that. I also want to improve post processing as well. This weekend I am going to do my first sports photography at an AHL game! Looking forward to a year of learning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicasigmon Posted January 10 Author Share Posted January 10 I'm working on honing my post processing and sports photography. I've just learned a new tip regarding basketball, and that is to sit on the right side of the basket facing the court. The majority of players are right handed, so this would be the best position to capture facial expression during a dunk.The lesson I learned is some research into small things, that some people would dismiss as unnecessary overwork, can surprisingly help create better photos.So true about research! Great job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicasigmon Posted January 10 Author Share Posted January 10 This is gorgeous! I am in a weird place. My subjects have become very seasonal...flowers and waterfowl. That has left me a little lost over winter. That is ok though as I need this time to prep for the busy season ahead and to work through my backlog of images from last year. I am moving in a similar direction too. I usually shoot dark and moody, but I'm planning to have more color and lightness in my work this year. I find that I am just a better person when I'm shooting. We are traditionally pretty slow first quarter and I end up in a funk. This year I am forcing myself to shoot more consistently - even if it's calling some people to come in. I hear what you're saying though about flowers and birds... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicasigmon Posted January 10 Author Share Posted January 10 I'm working on some lifestyle shoots for stock photos. Its helps me stay creative during the winter months. Great idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicasigmon Posted January 10 Author Share Posted January 10 I've been researching on bunch of different stuff and techniques. I've been finding alot of fascinating BTS creators have been showing to show their creative process and its reaaally cool!!! I started experimenting with portraits last year and will try to continue to improve that. I also want to improve post processing as well. This weekend I am going to do my first sports photography at an AHL game! Looking forward to a year of learning! That's great! Who have been some of your favorite BTS portrait photographers? I'd love to check them out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LensBrew Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 So true about research! Great job!Thank you! Learning new things is always exciting, and seeing the outcome is so rewarding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolineJensen Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 I find that I am just a better person when I'm shooting. We are traditionally pretty slow first quarter and I end up in a funk. This year I am forcing myself to shoot more consistently - even if it's calling some people to come in. I hear what you're saying though about flowers and birds... Totally agree that it's awesome to stay consistent. It is harder to get back on the horse after not for a long time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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