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Michael Tree posted an update in the group Buy and Sell Photo Gear

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 11:25:43 +0200

Selling the following gear:

Mavmount and IPad Holder which ccan be used with your DJI Mini 2 drone remote controller. It fits into the holder where your telephone would go, so that you can use your ipad to view and control your flying at R300

100cm square softbox with Elinchrom Holders ar R100

2 x standsrat +/- 250cm in height when extended at…Read More

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Michael Tree posted an update in the group Portrait Photography

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 18:02:19 +0200

Created this portrait today for a Matric Farewell Canon R6, EF 35MM, 1/250s, F5.6

Michael Tree posted an update in the group Wedding Photography

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:09:31 +0200

Photojournalism plays a pivotal role in capturing the essence and significance of a wedding day. Beyond posed portraits, it is the art of storytelling through images. Photojournalistic shots freeze candid moments, raw emotions, and the genuine interactions that unfold during a wedding. These photos become cherished memories that transport couples…Read More

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Michael Tree posted an update in the group Wedding Photography

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:07:41 +0200

Title: Urban Elegance: Capturing Love on a City Street

ISO-1250 1/640 sec at f/4. R6, 16-35 F4mm

I ‘would like to share a recent photograph I captured at a city wedding venue, where we often find ourselves within the four walls of a beautiful venue. However, for this particular image, I decided to step outside into the bustling city…Read More

Capturing Elegance in Black: A Behind-the-Scenes Look ISO-250, 1/2500 sec at f/4. R6, 85mm I wanted to share with you the story behind the photograph I created at Thursday's year-end school farewell at Kloofzicht Lodge in the bushveld. The subject of the image was a group of elegantly dressed individuals wearing black outfits, which posed an interesting challenge. The challenge in photographing people in black attire lies in showcasing the intricate details of their clothing, as black can easily absorb light and hide those beautiful nuances. To overcome this, I used the available natural light to my advantage. The full sun served as my main light source, casting a strong and directional beam that helped illuminate the subjects. In addition to the direct sunlight, I leveraged the reflected light coming off the VW Beetle. This added a subtle but crucial fill light, gently highlighting the details of their dark hair and the texture of their outfits. To further enhance the composition, I directed the subjects to turn their faces at a specific angle. This helped create a sense of depth and dimension, accentuating their features and narrowing down their faces. It's amazing how a slight adjustment in their positioning can make such a significant difference in the final image. I also decided to shoot from a low angle. This choice not only added a unique perspective to the photograph but also allowed me to hide much of the bushveld background. By doing so, I was able to place the focus squarely on the subjects and their attire, making them stand out beautifully against the blue sky.

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:30:24 +0200

Capturing Elegance in Black: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

ISO-250, 1/2500 sec at f/4. R6, 85mm

I wanted to share with you the story behind the photograph I created at Thursday’s year-end school farewell at Kloofzicht Lodge in the bushveld. The subject of the image was a group of elegantly dressed individuals wearing black outfits, which posed an…Read More