There is More to a Silhouette than Exposure.
On November 12, 2013 by erikathornes@gmail.com With 38 Comments
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I read an article today that made me think twice, that made me wonder if people know what goes into a successful silhouette. I'll say it loud and proud. It is MORE than exposure. Yes, you meter for the sky, yes, that brings the blacks black, but there is is so much more to it than that. I used to say, angle, separation, and exposure. But it is even more than that. You can nail the angle, shooting from down low, you can nail the exposure, and you can even get the separation, but if you aren't telling a story, or conveying an emotion, you're not getting it. There needs to be a story. There needs to be an emotion. If the silhouette doesn't make you feel, it falls flat. Just something to think about as you're composing and editing your silhouettes.
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Ah +Erika Thornes… speechless at such a sharp, beautifully reflective and delicately coloured scene. Thank you!
+Alison Christensen , That is very kind.
Incredible
shotstory +Erika Thornes !Phenomenal shot! Even better advice. So far, this is my favorite photo of the day.
This is a joyful photo +Erika Thornes, really well done!
+Alison Christensen I started using Nik Software for my silhouettes. That has helped put them over the top. It give them the extra push they need. +Katie Wright Thank you! There are so many amazing shots on Google+, that is a huge compliment. +Brian Bonham Thank you. This was taken 2 days after one of my closest friends died. I went to the beach in her honor, taking one of her lenses with me instead of my normal lens.
+Eric Ziegler it is all about the story. The viewer doesn't know our minds, they only see what we show them. So, we have to always remember that we are telling a story, or sharing an emotion through our work.
+Sairam Sundaresan wink
I think you nailed it!
Wonderful!!!
This is fantastic , Erika!
I'm just starting on LR and PS after having them for ages, will move into Nik after I figure out the basics! Thanks for the info
+Erika Thornes, that's great
Lovely soothing grabbed pic….perfect tones with color blends….loved it.
Fantastic photo!
What an amazing photo… It just melts my heart.
This is such an awesome photo! And thank you for sharing your knowledge with us Erika!
"simply gorgeous"
you create many beautiful images +Erika Thornes, but this one is on another level. wow.
infact higher class!
brilliant photo bravo and wonderful
Amazing silhouette
You had to do about a hundred things right to get this shot. Nice work +Erika Thornes.
Impresionante photo, bellisima
+james kalin, I'm learning to take more time with my post processing. I used to spend 5-10 minutes, but the subtle tricks make all the difference. But, thank you.
+Steve Myrick, about 10. The rest were out of my hands. I can't control for those lovely clouds, or what my daughters will do.
Beaytifully done Erika, nice clean composition and wonderful subjects and action, and the crescent moon just completes this great composition.
beautiful pic
ur a great poet angel
Love it awesome
amazing !!!
Amazing
wonderful!!
Moment…Light…Water…Shade…YES…Kontrast….
The absolute joy of childhood. Perfect! +Erika Thornes
Truly amazing capture +Erika Thornes! Love the the colors and reflections
cool