Here he is turned around with his back to the sun and half a chocolate chip cookie in his tummy just to get him to do it! Much better, but to me it feels somewhat flat. I’m really starting to get a feel for the style of image I want to capture and I really want to see those catch lights in the eyes.
Great post – shooting in bright sunlight is SO tricky. These are great tips and you explained them nicely.
Cheers,
Anne
Thank you, I struggle with full sun and living in San Diego that is about most of my day. So this really helps. Now off to practice 😉
Thank you Linda for helping us see the process! You are AWESOME! We love you!
Thanks ladies! Very humbling having my little post featured here Me Ra! And it’s YOU who is AWESOME! Thank you for all your support and encouragement!
I just had this problem last weekend – so, NOW you tell me! 😉 But this illustrated what to do so clearly. Thank you both! And Jack is so DARN adorable! I see his mum all in him.
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