I am experimenting with simple food photography. I have my Nikon setup on a trip near the kitchen window. The tripod is up high and the camera and SB-600 flash is mounted on the moveable arm with the lens pointed down. The flash is aimed at the ceiling to bounce light. I also have a silver reflector that I hold off to one side. I am shooting with a 10 second timer to reduce vibrations. Thought?
Month: December 2015
That look
I've seen a number of images on Instagram that have a certain "look". I don't have the words to describe them. The images included in this post are examples of that look. I want t learn how to create that look. Perhaps you can help me.
So what do I like about these images? I think I to the bluish-purple-grey tint of the overall images. They have a calming effect on me.
https://www.instagram.com/p/9r8IMTN7hZ/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
But how do I reproduce the look? Is this something that I can create myself after a few hours (days) of work in Lightroom and Photoshop? Can I just apply a purchased preset and then tweak a bit? How is this done?
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Both of these images were processed from the same raw image.
I played with a single raw image and created two distinct versions using different processing filters. I used the Kodak Portra 160 VC film filter from Nik Color EFX Pro for the first version. I used the DxO Film Pack 5's version of the same-titled Kodak Portra 160 VC filter to craft the second image.
After applying the individual filters, I gave both images an additional touch with an Adobe Lightroom ExposureFilm favourite film preset. This helped to add a cohesive element to both versions, tying them together through a unified filter that enhances the exposure subtly.
I'd like to know which version you prefer. Each has its unique flavour, thanks to the different paths I took during the processing phase. Do let me know your thoughts, I value your opinion in fine-tuning my photography skills.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
