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Subject: Re: Re: Thanks to all, and for the experienced wetlook photographers...

Date: Sat 20/11/04 09:53:32 GMT

Name: AnthonyX

Email: anthonyx@jowc.net

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Interesting... fluorescent was recommended to me because (at least at the low end), the light is more consistent and approximates daylight... I was told that halogens age after only a few hours operation, and the color shifts toward yellow. Fluorescent, on the other hand, remain stable. Besides, for the same light they're much cooler.

So far, I'm not using anything special to edit photos... just Microsoft photo editor - to do cropping, resizing (rescaling) and gamma tweaks.

Not quite ready to shell out thousands for pro-quality gear... need to gain some confidence in my skills with what I've got before I consider shelling out too much more.

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Re: Thanks to all, and for the experienced wetlook photographers...

By Wetfan - Sat 20/11/04 08:46:45 GMT

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When I do shots in the bathtub, I use a 1000 watt quartz-halogen flood light bounced off the (white) ceiling to eliminate (or at least minimize) those distracting shadows caused by the direct flash. Quartz studio lights are easier for the camera to 'balance out' than fluorescent lights.

What software are you using to edit the pictures? Many folks (myself included) use Photoshop, but JASC's Paint Shop Pro 8 or 9 as well as Adobe Photoshop elements offer much the same 'control' at a much more reasonable price.

Wetfan

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Thanks to all, and for the experienced wetlook photographers...

By AnthonyX - anthonyx@jowc.net Sat 20/11/04 03:05:10 GMT

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I'd be very interested in your opinions/advice as an experienced photographer with regard to technique or technical aspects of photography. Please bear in mind that I am using what I suppose you'd call high-end consumer equipment - a Canon Powershot A95 - basically a snapshot camera (non-SLR, integrated flash, non-removable lens, no hot shoe) with some professional-style manual override capabilities. I haven't bought any lighting yet. One suggestion I've been given is a fluorescent studio light to soften some of the shadows and balance the backgrounds without affecting overall color temperature. Any thoughts?

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My very first wetlook shoot - low-res sample pics

By AnthonyX - anthonyx@jowc.net Fri 19/11/04 17:03:25 GMT

Website: http://www.jowc.net

Thanks to the generous co-operation of my friend who modelled for me, I just did my very first wetlook shoot (Friday). Here are links to some low-res sample pics:

#1 - Bubble bath in burgundy formal long-sleeved gown, with stockings and heels.

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0122a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0127a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0133.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0135a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0142a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0143.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0148a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0149.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0150a.JPG

#2 - Soapy shower in black sleeveless formal gown with matching gloves

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0173a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0198a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0200a.JPG

#3 - Soapy shower in purple silk blouse, short grey skirt and stockings.

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0218a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0237.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0251a.JPG

http://www.jowc.net/samples/IMG_0268a.JPG

Please let me know if you like them. I also welcome *constructive* feedback.

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