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The Cliffs Of Insanity

2007.05.16

cut off the handle

cut off the curve and down the seam

snug as a bug in a rug

without diffuser

with diffuser

without diffuser

with diffuser

The first shot I took a while back. Let me know what you think.

The last eight shots were a little DIY I tried on my on camera flash. I don't have the funds for a secondary flash right now, so I wanted to try and make what I have better. First cut off the handle on a 1 gallon milk container. Then I cut the curved part of the handle off. I cut down the seam and then washed it. Very important to wash it. After that it slips right on to the camera. It's not a huge difference, but it is better with the home made diffuser. The shots are a little warmer and less harsh. Hope this helps some of you other photographers out there.

14 Comments

nice photos of your daughter

openbelarus · 2007-05-16: 09:46

Very cool diy tip - the effect is subtle - but definitely makes a difference in the photos.

I love your "Cliffs of Insanity." How you get such amazing colors and drama in your photos is inconceivable to me.

aggiechristine · 2007-05-16: 13:46

I agree with aggiechristine. I like the colors and the perspecitive of looking up. And that it's angled.

And great, great trick. I have that problem with my d200. I'm going to try that.

vollenda · 2007-05-16: 14:39

Oh, and your model is very cute :)

vollenda · 2007-05-16: 14:41

subtle effect, came out great

magpy · 2007-05-16: 17:05

Wow, a little non sequitor between the first picture and the last few. #1 is an excellent picture, and thanks for the great tip on the diffuser. I'll have to try that on my camera.

????? · 2007-05-16: 20:52