Careless Photo Composition Causes Heartbreak for Parents

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• Careless Photo Composition Causes Heartbreak for Parents
• Adobe’s New Photoshop CC has been Cracked and Pirated Widely in it’s First 24 Hours
• Asia’s City That Never Sleeps: Shanghai Timelapse/Hyperlapse Photography
• Interesting Photo of the Day: A Man and his Elephant

Careless Photo Composition Causes Heartbreak for Parents Posted: 21 Jun 2013 03:27 PM PDT When it comes to taking group photos, this is probably the worst possible reaction a photographer could receive. But that is exactly what Don Ambridge, the father of 7-year-old Miles Ambridge said when confronted with his son's 2nd grade class photo: "This was not a malicious act; I don't think it was done on purpose. I just don't think there was any rational thinking behind it." There has been a long discussion of this story here: Class Photo Facebook Discussion Mother heartbroken by group photo composition (Via TheStar) When it comes to taking group photos, this is probably the worst possible reaction a photographer could receive. But that is exactly what Don Ambridge, the father of 7-year-old Miles Ambridge said when confronted with his son's 2nd grade class photo. Miles was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was 13 months old. The disease attacks nerve cells in the spinal cord and as a result, leaves him bound to a wheelchair. Unfortunately this made Miles the unintentional victim of a photographer's poor choice of composition. Instead of being included in the photo, Miles was set off to the side; completely separated from the rest of his classmates. "Being picked on and being set aside is horrendous and this was what was happening," said Anne Belanger, his mother. So, how can you avoid making a mistake like this? Make sure that the group looks cohesive. If you come across a tricky situation like this, take a little time to try out different options. The photographer could have chosen to place Miles in front and have the other children closely surround him. Sometimes we don't think of these things at the moment, so it's important to relax and brainstorm. When in doubt, discuss your ideas and ask for their opinion. This can save you a lot of trouble. You're in charge, but you're not a mind reader. Take several photos. One set of closed eyes, or parched lips can really ruin a photo. If you are shooting digitally, review each individual's facial expression before moving on. And always take more than you think you'll need. If you are taking a group photo, you may not be the only photographer. Make sure that you have their full attention. A simple countdown usually does the trick. Don't be shy. Pay attention to the sides of the picture. Double-check that the people on the ends are properly lit, and included. Leave enough space around the entire group to ensure that the photo will be able to be printed in various sizes. Above all, be mindful and mentally prepared. Anticipate various situations and visualize the solutions. Following this debacle, it was decided that the photo should be retaken, everyone is very happy with this new version. You can see Miles smiling brightly on the right side in the striped shirt: Class photo retaken, everyone very happy with the result! (Via The Province) Go to full article: Careless Photo Composition Causes Heartbreak for Parents What are your thoughts on this article? Join the discussion on Facebook or Google+ Article from: PictureCorrect Photography Tips

Adobe’s New Photoshop CC has been Cracked and Pirated Widely in it’s First 24 Hours Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:15 PM PDT Adobe’s new subscription-based service was designed to reduce the piracy of their software by forcing users to verify their subscription status with an internet connection every 30 days. But the model may have already failed on its first day with cracked versions of the new Photoshop CC reportedly being shared illegally on the Pirate Bay and other torrent sites a mere 24 hours following the launch. Photoshop CC Launched and Cracked in 24 Hours “With the constant need for validation and continual updates through the cloud, many felt it would be difficult to pirate something that requires constant contact for it to stay updated. However, it took no less than a day for pirates to get around it.” -(Via Fstoppers) Just yesterday announced by Adobe, “this Creative Cloud release reimagines the creative process through a stunning set of "CC" desktop applications and sophisticated cross-device collaboration and publishing capabilities. Creative files can be stored and shared, via Creative Cloud, on Mac OS, Windows, iOS and Android; and Behance, the world's leading online creative community, is now integrated with Creative Cloud, so customers can showcase work, get feedback on projects and gain global exposure.” Software piracy hurts the industry and we do not condone it, but this news is important as everyone is watching the story closely to see how this affects Adobe’s ongoing business plan. Many top photographers and photoshop users have been heavily against the new subscription model as it is inconvenient in some situations. Go to full article: Adobe’s New Photoshop CC has been Cracked and Pirated Widely in it’s First 24 Hours What are your thoughts on this article? Join the discussion on Facebook or Google+ Article from: PictureCorrect Photography Tips

Asia’s City That Never Sleeps: Shanghai Timelapse/Hyperlapse Photography Posted: 21 Jun 2013 01:44 PM PDT The collaboration of photographer Rob Whitworth and urban exploration expert JT Singh, “This Is Shanghai” captures the unique identity of the Asian metropolis, from its glittering skyline and 4,000 skyscrapers (twice as many as New York City), to back-alley restaurants and graffiti-covered streets. For this timelpase/hyperlapse presentation, Whitworth and his team sought out both iconic vistas and hidden treasures, walking many miles around the city to find the most compelling vantage points and best shots (for those of you reading this by email, the timelapse video can be seen here): The team even took advantage of the Chinese social media site Weibo to ask city residents to share their favorite parts of the city. With creative use of perspective and day-to-night transitions, “This Is Shanghai” offers a stunning look at a rising Asian city. Some stills from the video presentation can be seen below: "The over-riding reason we made this video was to creatively show the world visually how China is rising, in particular Chinese cities. Just as New York City exemplified the strengths and ambitions of emerging America in the 20th century, Shanghai, perhaps more than any old or emerging rival, will personify the power and dreams of rising Asia in the 21st century." For Further Training on Time-lapse Photography: Check out this COMPLETE guide (146 pages) to shooting, processing and rendering time-lapses using a dslr camera. It can be found here: Time-lapse Photography Guide Go to full article: Asia’s City That Never Sleeps: Shanghai Timelapse/Hyperlapse Photography What are your thoughts on this article? Join the discussion on Facebook or Google+ Article from: PictureCorrect Photography Tips

Interesting Photo of the Day: A Man and his Elephant Posted: 21 Jun 2013 11:27 AM PDT Some pets are universal – dogs and cats, for instance, are found in households around the globe. Then there are certain pets that are pretty specific to certain regions – Central and South America have monkeys, and President Teddy Roosevelt had a bear. In Southeast Asia and India, they (occasionally) have elephants. A person who rides elephants is called a mahout, and the relationship he has with his elephant is a powerful one. Today’s Interesting Photo of the Day is a half-underwater shot of an elephant swimming in deep water, carrying his mahout on his truncated tusks. The image was created by photographer Caesar Naldi in the waters of the Andaman Islands, south of Burma. Nazroo, the mahout, and Rajan, the elephant, pose while out for a swim in the Andaman Sea (imgur) The mahout is Nazroo, who was out swimming with his elephant Rajan when this photo was taken. Although elephant training tactics are often known to be cruel, there are a vast number of mahouts who form an incredible lifelong bond with their elephant. Elephants by nature are very loyal and affectionate creatures, and will often die if faced with the loss of their mahout, who they grow very devoted to and often outlive. The photograph was featured in National Geographic magazine as well. Go to full article: Interesting Photo of the Day: A Man and his Elephant What are your thoughts on this article? Join the discussion on Facebook or Google+ Article from: PictureCorrect Photography Tips

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