We often hear that we should learn from our mistakes…
Last week, I had the digital opportunity to hammer home the importance of properly positioning a subject to get the best portrait photo. (All photos are SOOC-straight out of camera)
The setting: Early morning, construction site: St. Croix Bridge in Stillwater, MN….
The subject: This friendly man with a twinkle in his eye (pretending to be a construction worker–while really making notes to his list of naughty and nice…)
The first mistake: positioning Kris with his back to the strong sunlight-and not metering properly….
The second mistake….placing Mr. Kringle with the sun in his eyes causing him to squint…
Finally, by photographing Mr. Claus with his side to the light, I was able to get a clear picture of who this man really is….
I hope this flattering photo will place me on the “Good List”….
….perhaps a new 70-200 lens?…