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Sunday, January 11, 2009

Coming Out of the Dark...

I've been playing with my external flash and I'm telling you I'm falling in love with my old enemy. I really like bouncing the flash by pointing the light up or other directions, bouncing the light off of the walls or ceiling. It gives an excellent amount of light without causing an ugly flashy feeling snapshot. No harsh shadows and too white faces or dark and grainy photos for me anymore! I've come out of the dark, lol.
Here's a comparison. Both are SOOC. The only difference is I used my external flash, bouncing it off of the ceiling.

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It is important to remember to set your CWB with the flash on or the colors can go wonky.
So if you have been squeamish about using your external flash, I challenge you to try it.

15 comments:

Anonymous said...

You did a great job with your flash. I have just started playing with mine. I still don't like it but at least I am not missing any shots!
Cari

CindyTykie said...

wow, what a difference! I'm going to have to add that to my wish list :-)

Amy B. said...

Yes! I heart external flash. I couldn't imagine what I'd miss without it. Bouncing is my friend. Glad you have one to play with now!!!

Reds said...

Another great reminder to use my flash! TFS!

lcp said...

I love my external flash as well...it is a lifesaver during the winter months for me! Nice example!

Liz said...

Awesome job! I was totally intimidated by my flash at first too. But once you practice with it a bit you really can come to love it.

Tracie said...

Nice work, I'm glad you are enjoying your flash!

Nathalie said...

Hmmm. looks yummy! Thanks for sharing your tips.

Michelle said...

great example of the value of using flash!

--sme said...

Great example of the huge difference a flash can make!

~*Steffie*~ said...

I love my flash! I've been taking photos in total darkness latley. I adjust with the light on, the flip the light off and snap away. I have the lightsphere and that has added so much!

Amy said...

I definitely need to work with my flash, we're just not friends! You did some great work there with your flash, looks natural. :)

Mom2Drew said...

Great example of the difference. How do you do the CWB with flash? There are so many different methods that I'd love to hear yours.

Anonymous said...

Great use of flash. I love mine. I don't know how I ever lived with out it. Your color is wonderful too.

Diana said...

oh that is awesome! i cant wait till out income taxes get here so that i can have my own flash

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