Sunday, March 8, 2009

Creative Cropping

The best part of participating in I ♥ Faces each week is the ideas and inspiration I get from all the amazing photographers out there. I feel like it's given my picture taking a little more purpose, instead of randomly shooting like I have in the past.

The other day when the lighting seemed just perfect, I snagged my kids away from the trampoline and started an impromptu photo shoot.
Here's my straight out of the camera shot. I stood on the deck pointing my camera downward to capture her beautiful smile.


Cropping it in closer to add a new angle and dimension was a challenge for me, but here's my favorite try.


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15 comments:

  1. AitchMarch 9, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    I love it!

    Such a great photo of Camikins! I love the interesting angle and the natural lighting.

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  2. Izzy, Emmy 'N AlexanderMarch 9, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    The lighting is great!! The crop turned out great too!

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  3. Beki - TheRustedChainMarch 9, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    What a great shot! It just captures her happiness.

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  4. DeanneMarch 9, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    I love the cropped version. I like how it's off center. It adds some visual interest. Great job! But you can't go wrong with such a photogenic subject. =)

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  5. HeatherMarch 9, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    Great smile! Like the crop too.

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  6. KareyMarch 9, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    Such a pretty photo! I love the natural light and the crop is perfect! Beautiful Cami has also has the greatest catchlights in her eyes :) We miss you guys - wish we could jump on the trampoline with your kiddos!

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  7. LolliMarch 9, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    I think it's perfect! What a sweet smile, and a lovely angle!

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  8. HeatherMarch 9, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    The cropping turned out great!! You can really focus on her face.

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  9. Mrs. BirdMarch 9, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    Great work! I really like that angle!

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  10. homemakerchroniclesMarch 9, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    This is so clean and cute! I love the crop...

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  11. MelindaMarch 9, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Love the angle, love the sunlight bouncing off her hair, and I love how you placed her off to the side of the photo! Beautiful job!!

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  12. CharleneMarch 9, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    you are doing a great job with your camera!! Wish we were closer so you can help me with mine!!!!

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  13. Eyeglasses & EndzonesMarch 9, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Its amazing what a crop can do!! I love the cropped version also...her smile is radiant!! Good luck this week!

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  14. Life with KaishonMarch 10, 2009 at 5:21 PM

    I love pictures looking down! Especially when we get older : ) (No more double chin for me...YIPEE!)

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  15. Sonya @ Balentine BlissMarch 10, 2009 at 7:28 PM

    Great shot! Thanks so stopping by and commenting on my blog!

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