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Hey all, I was just reading the September 04 Issue of 'Speed' Magazine and it had a really good article on how to take professional looking photos of your pride and joy with out the need of a pro. photographer or expensive equipment. First of all I’d like reference all material below as from that issue. Top 8 DON'T - As Advised By 'Speed' Magazine ![]() -Don't shoot your car on grass or sand (You wouldn't believe how many times this came up over the article) leave it for the cows. ![]() - Don't allow telegraph poles or trees to be in the background as it will look like they are sticking out of your cars roof. - Don't leave windows half open. - Don't shoot dark cars in the middle of the day. - Don't have shadows cast under or over the car. - Don't forget to wash your car, dirt really shows up in pictures. - Don't just take one shot. I know most of them a gimmies but you'd be surprised how many cars I see on here not following the most obvious ones. Top 8 DOS - As Advised By 'Speed' Magazine ![]() - Do shoot your car on concrete or asphalt; it looks natural - Do shoot dark cars in soft ambient late-afternoon light. (Sunset always looks awesome) - Do examine the paint all the paintwork for clean, simple reflections - Do point the wheels AWAY from the camera (so everyone can see your wicked expensive rims) - Do keep the background clean and simple (remember it’s about your ride not the scenery) - Do try to find a low angle that will make your car look phat. - Do detail everything, such as windows, tires and inner guards. - Do experiment and practice. Other photo tips from professional photographers such as Mark Bean, Guy Bowden, Cristian Brunnelli or Tony Rabbitte. ![]() - Shoot dark cars at sunset or sunrise, shoot bright cars in sunshine. Pearl, candy and metallic need sun and lots of it. - Again NO grass, sand or trees growing out of the roof. ![]() - Gaffer tape is a useful waxing tool on carpet if a vacuum cleaner is not at the ready. - Black the tires, black the tires, black the tires. - Check the off-camera objects and make sure your mates yellow R32 isn't reflecting in your beautiful paintwork. Ensure your shots are clean. Top photographers use the reflection of the landscape horizon to emphasize body lines. - Hit the deck cars look great from a low angle, giving that mean outta-my-way stance. Beware of ants. - Do try taking shots of your car on the move action shots always look great. - Again make sure your car is immaculately clean with all those little extras not forgotten. - When taking interior shots park the whole car in a shaded area. - Study your subject first. Walk around the car and view it at different view points, to see which angle looks best. - Don't be afraid to move your car around, this will make your collection more diverse. Well that is about it without again going over some of the more obvious tips. I’d like to hear of some more tips from the many great photographers that frequent this site. What do you all think? ![]() This post has been edited by Shaky Bones: Aug 9 2005, 05:05 AM -------------------- Go to school, Get good grades, Get a Job, Go to Work, Get Married, Have some Kids, Pay your Taxes, Pay your Bills, Watch your Tv, Follow Fashion, Act Normal and Consume all you can,
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Sir Holden
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Some great points there... seen it before, on here I think? But definitely worth re-posting. |
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Shaky Bones
Post #5
Lol Zilla yeah your pic is pretty good. I spose there are exceptions to the rule. |
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neil_se
Post #7
Here's the auto photography article from Loz on NS. |
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Sir Holden
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QUOTE(Shaky Bones @ Aug 8 2005, 08:22 PM) Lol Zilla yeah your pic is pretty good. I spose there are exceptions to the rule. Here is an example of what I learned before and after I read the article. I'm sure you can tell the before and after. [right][snapback]5276372[/snapback][/right] Ahh, I'm guessing the one taken from the front of the car is the 'after' shot, but TBH, I prefer the other one... ![]() |
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Shaky Bones
Post #10
Oh Unit bro seriously that pic is what the article was on all about. your car really does have the abandonded look. Your fence give a illusion of a mowhawk growing out of the top and everything. There is a big difference between Zillas photo and yours. You should take some of the advice and take your car to a clear area latter on in the day and take some great shots of your beast. |
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Sir Holden
Post #12
LOL, gonna have to agree there... I thought the same thing, but didn't want to be the first to say it |
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DR1F7
Post #17
QUOTE(RedruM @ Aug 9 2005, 11:13 AM) Hey . does anybody what a good cam is. cos i wanna get into photography, but i need a cam to start out.. I hear the SLR is alright.. i think its a cannon... anyone know any good courses? [right][snapback]5277001[/snapback][/right] I use a Canon EOS 350D Digital SLR camera. It rocks, These are some pics I took on sunday down that the spit. 60RGS WRX Hope you Like. Lance |
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beemerbabe
Post #18
I guess everyone has there own opinions as to what looks good. As long as you are happy as to how the photo turned out, thats the main thing |
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Shaky Bones
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mrc25381
Post #29
Since reading all that info, I think I might have to touch up the brightness or something on my pics, but other than that, my pics look pretty good! |
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r32cruising
Post #31
Pics taken with cannon EOS rebel 300d. Original pics are a lot sharper than displayed. |
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Shaky Bones
Post #32
Damn Dave now they are some awesome shots... Shit I think I just creamed my pants. Take a good look people, that is what I'm talkin bout. |
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Akshunhiro
Post #35
Of course it always helps if you have an awesome photographer (me) |
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