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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 25, 2014 11:46:12 GMT -6
If having a seemless transition from front to back is important to you, then yeah, swooping your BG on a curve will help. Can get poster paper from Michaels, AC Moore, Target etc, and tape it to a big box or the wall to simulate with smaller amount.
I guess all this stuff should get split out of here, don't wanna go too off topic, sorry bout that.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 25, 2014 11:03:43 GMT -6
I'd like to see your actually setup from several feet back. It sounds interesting and professional. I can't devote that much space, but maybe I can think of something similar. Maybe I could get some of that paper. Actually, you're in luck, because I recently took a shot similar to that for something else. Little messy but...
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 25, 2014 11:01:39 GMT -6
TGS, yeah, these are mine. I do have posing issues, realized near the end of these sets the Kamehameha's are wound up backwards most of the time. I'm still used to Transformers and basic figs, having all these posing options isn't normal for me. I also tend to focus more on the shot's technical aspects than what they are doing, trying to pay more attention to that as I do these types of galleries. The pics - learning the basics of your camera, (or any camera), good lighting, and practice. Shoot something every day, even if it's just deleted when done. I've been learning via online tutorials and books over the last 3 years, and there is still room to improve for sure. Tons of guys on Flickr with wicked skills better than this. I enjoy the challenge of trying to make them awesome even if they aren't always perfect. RE: Gohan - yep, I was being casual in my text but you are the second to note that so I'll go edit it up. I'm sure that in due time, your posing will improve. The articulation can be a bit overwhelming! I'm very well-acquainted with my camera and various lighting styles (I took the picture that's avatar, Tien15's avatar at the top of the page, too), but the fact of the matter is, my camera is kind of crappy. It's very frustrating to use. It can't even properly connect to most external flashes. I keep spending my money on figures, instead of electronics. I agree that there are dozens of amazingly talented toy photographers on Flickr, I just really dig the clarity and vibrance of your shots. They're simple, and nice to look at. Yeah, pure hardware will affect things. I was using a Sony NEX camera for a couple years, and this year upgraded to a Sony A7. I actually sold most of my modern G.I. Joe collection in order to pay for that camera upgrade. When all other things are under control, having good raw hardware will make a difference with sharpness, crispness. If taking bad ass shots is something you really want to do, then I'd suggest flipping some stuff on eBay and grabbing a used 1st/2nd Gen Sony Nex camera. They pack the power and the tools needed to do this, relatively cheap. Regarding color - it's something I'm constantly struggling with, but that all happens in post-processing. Look into Adobe Lightroom for that. Tweaking in there is a whole other set of variables tho.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 25, 2014 10:42:00 GMT -6
If that's legit, that's pretty damn cool, and a good score. It's very similar to SDCC. I think people would be all over that if it got released.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 25, 2014 0:36:53 GMT -6
It is this: savageuniversal.com/products/seamless-paper - the galleries here are using Thunder Gray. I'll try to get a setup shot together. It's a big, dedicated area tho. 5 x 4 foot table, this paper hanging from the top of the wall sloped down onto the table. Takes up a quarter of the room with the lights. But, you don't need that. It can be done with construction paper and lights from Target if you know how to control your setup and camera.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 23:07:04 GMT -6
It's not that it isn't accurate, it was seen like that at times, but I prefer the later stages. SS2 (?) when he gets beefy and slow, and then future Trunks. Fan art: lucho1395.deviantart.com/art/Trunks-Super-Saiyan-Tranformations-346302293I suppose the latter ones would be fitting for separate releases, just dig them more. So, I'll take another Trunks then please.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 23:00:53 GMT -6
TGS, yeah, these are mine. I do have posing issues, realized near the end of these sets the Kamehameha's are wound up backwards most of the time. I'm still used to Transformers and basic figs, having all these posing options isn't normal for me. I also tend to focus more on the shot's technical aspects than what they are doing, trying to pay more attention to that as I do these types of galleries. The pics - learning the basics of your camera, (or any camera), good lighting, and practice. Shoot something every day, even if it's just deleted when done. I've been learning via online tutorials and books over the last 3 years, and there is still room to improve for sure. Tons of guys on Flickr with wicked skills better than this. I enjoy the challenge of trying to make them awesome even if they aren't always perfect. RE: Gohan - yep, I was being casual in my text but you are the second to note that so I'll go edit it up.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 22:50:05 GMT -6
alex2k5, I was planning on sharing your SS3 shots yesterday because I was so impressed by how amazing you made him look. Those silhouette shots are insane. Thanks man, appreciate it. Those silhouette shots actually happened by mistake. I used strobes, which are like giant camera flashes, on each side. Triggered via radio/wireless. But, one misfired, so only the backlight went off. I was like woah, that's cool. So I turned the one off and did these shots on purpose.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 17:02:52 GMT -6
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 16:58:10 GMT -6
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 24, 2014 16:53:31 GMT -6
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 21, 2014 12:56:49 GMT -6
Some shots of my SDCC Goku, first one I grabbed way back in 2011. Took some time outs but eventually went back and got them all. S.H. Figuarts SDCC Goku by alex2k5, on Flickr S.H. Figuarts SDCC Goku by alex2k5, on Flickr S.H. Figuarts SDCC Goku by alex2k5, on Flickr Those Dragonballs - keychain accessories. Search eBay for Dragonball Z keychains, and look for a set of 7 that has both a mini figure and mini ball hanging on the same chain. You can unscrew the balls and they are what you see here. Close to scale, tho probably not exact tho. Full set is at the Toyark here.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 21, 2014 12:50:52 GMT -6
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 19, 2014 23:34:27 GMT -6
Thanks guys, appreciate it.
RE: Photo thread, I can try to do something up. To do it right will take a bit so lemme wait till I have more than 5 minutes to pop in.
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Post by alex2k5 on Sept 19, 2014 18:03:46 GMT -6
As of 9/2014 - I voted for Nappa, Yamcha, Tien, Kid Gohan, and Majin Vegeta. I want that Shenron too but I doubt they'll ever do it.
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