VisualEchos' Automotive Photography Tips Thread.
05-30-2016, 04:41 PM
#43
Team Owner
I probably took 200 shots to get the one below, and it's a combination of probably 10, but without taking all those shots there would be no way to choose exactly what I wanted to show.
Amazing Grace. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
Amazing Grace. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
That being said, can you please explain what you meant in the quoted paragraph? I have zero photography experience, mostly because I always thought it was too cumbersome to learn and the few people I know with cameras are too cool/busy/secretive to want to share. Honestly, you're one in a million with sharing this info.
I'm guessing there is heavy processing in that BMW image... And by processing, you mean fiddling with the image(s) on your computer, correct? What do you use to process them and where can I get such software? Is it expensive?
How do you "combine" images to make one? Were all ten images taken in the exact same location (camera/tripod didn't move at all), or were you snapping away all over the place and then worked them all in to one image?
Was the car actually moving? I've heard of people taking such shots, but apparently the car was stationary... Was it just processing to make the wheels look like they are spinning, etc?
I'm not looking for exact specifics you did/use, but more along the lines of a high level brief of creating such an image. I think I will be buying a camera this summer
05-30-2016, 04:49 PM
#44
I get told that all the time, but I don't care, I don't do it for a living, so I don't have any reason to keep secrets. The only thing I don't share is my processing technique, as it's what makes me, me, so no one should want that anyway.
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05-31-2016, 10:18 AM
#46
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05-31-2016, 07:23 PM
#52
Duh, I know you and like you. Even if we don't agree about hubcentric rings! 
Actually, we do...I was just being a dick.
Okay, I'll look into it, Andrew...awesome, man.
I guess my biggest thing is that I'm not good enough in photoshop to remove the rig from the image.
Actually, we do...I was just being a dick.
Okay, I'll look into it, Andrew...awesome, man.
I guess my biggest thing is that I'm not good enough in photoshop to remove the rig from the image.
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05-31-2016, 08:06 PM
#53
Duh, I know you and like you. Even if we don't agree about hubcentric rings!
Actually, we do...I was just being a dick.
Okay, I'll look into it, Andrew...awesome, man.
I guess my biggest thing is that I'm not good enough in photoshop to remove the rig from the image.
Actually, we do...I was just being a dick.
Okay, I'll look into it, Andrew...awesome, man.
I guess my biggest thing is that I'm not good enough in photoshop to remove the rig from the image.
Removing the rig in Photoshop is easy, if time consuming, it's just a lot of clone tool. I have had many guys in the past worry about it, but after they do it a few times it's no big deal. It's almost like cleaning your floors, bit by bit until they are perfectly clean, you're just removing the rig spot by spot. Sometimes you can use Content Aware Fill, and things like that, but it's mostly clone-tool.
I'm happy to help anyone that wants to rig, I keep no secrets, even if they don't buy my product. My prices are such that sales literally only keep the business afloat. I like it that way
. I push all my customer's shots as hard as I can because my goal is to make sure they get enough rig work to make the rig free.Free gear for everyone! lol
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06-01-2016, 07:18 AM
#54
Since I can't edit my post, if anyone has any questions about a rig (not only to buy, but just general questions), please contact the page listed above and I'd be happy to answer your questions. I will not be able to answer them here because just about any response could get me banned from the board (since I own the Rig-Pro business).
Now, back to regularly scheduled programming.
Heaven *Explored* by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
Now, back to regularly scheduled programming
.Heaven *Explored* by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
06-01-2016, 12:23 PM
#56
Moderator
In your "Hills have Eyes" and "Cocked" shots in the original post, how did you make the image look black and white without it actually being black and white? Those are awesome shots and I think when it comes to automotive photography, those pictures really stands out for me.
07-29-2016, 05:12 AM
#57
Pro
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Hey Andrew - i feel like I am getting close to getting away from the kit lens. Been working in manual mode and trying to get comfortable with adjusting the settings..etc. Here are a couple of my favorites for you?
DSC_0059 by Matt Werson, on Flickr
DSC_0070 by Matt Werson, on Flickr
So my last question would be - aside from the kit lens, what are some good lenses to upgrade to? thanks man!
DSC_0059 by Matt Werson, on Flickr
DSC_0070 by Matt Werson, on Flickr
So my last question would be - aside from the kit lens, what are some good lenses to upgrade to? thanks man!
07-29-2016, 07:45 AM
#58
Hey Andrew - i feel like I am getting close to getting away from the kit lens. Been working in manual mode and trying to get comfortable with adjusting the settings..etc. Here are a couple of my favorites for you? So my last question would be - aside from the kit lens, what are some good lenses to upgrade to? thanks man!
07-30-2016, 06:36 AM
#59
Pro
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thanks for reply sir. So i did a bit a stalking - lol - here are a couple shots I like of yours - i feel like I just can't capture the same - i like wide, but i like being able to have the distance as well. Yes the current lens I am using is the 18-55 - and to get the bokeh with my current set up i have zoom out, but keep my focused object close to get the best looking blur in the background...i want it all dammit
Test by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
To the Batcave, Robin. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
And When the Darkness Came. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
Test by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
To the Batcave, Robin. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
And When the Darkness Came. by Andrew Thompson, on Flickr
07-30-2016, 07:14 AM
#60
thanks for reply sir. So i did a bit a stalking - lol - here are a couple shots I like of yours - i feel like I just can't capture the same - i like wide, but i like being able to have the distance as well. Yes the current lens I am using is the 18-55 - and to get the bokeh with my current set up i have zoom out, but keep my focused object close to get the best looking blur in the background...i want it all dammit
?AB- Exc?Nikon Ai-S NIKKOR 180mm F2.8 ED MF Lens w/Caps 180/2.8 from JAPAN #1037
Because you're shooting cars you can manually focus the lens without issue, portraits, not so much. If you want to spend more you can get the auto-focus version, but I honestly don't think there is a need with cars...they stand still, so you can take all the time in the world to get the focus right. Using this lens you will need to back up a half a city block, like I do, to get a wide shot, but your background will be soft, and the car thin and sharp.
The last shot of mine you posted was shot at 35mm, and I believe ƒ8, which you can do with your current lens.
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01-17-2017, 06:58 PM
#65
Hey guys, today RGG EDU released the trailer for the upcoming Automotive Photography tutorial headed up by Easton Chang. Easton called me and asked if I would like to participate in the tutorial, and I did what any self-respecting automotive photographer would do...I jumped up and down and screamed HELL YES, anything you want, you're The Chang! Anyway, we had a fantastic time, and now the trailer is here, featuring (among other cars), my Lotus Exige. The tutorial will be out in early February, and it's sure to please. Hope you all enjoy!
Oh, and if you like the video, please give Rig-Pro a like as well, thank you!
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqjuObIH1nY&feature=youtu.be
Oh, and if you like the video, please give Rig-Pro a like as well, thank you!
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqjuObIH1nY&feature=youtu.be
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01-18-2017, 02:39 PM
#69
Ex-OEM King
Congrats! I'll probably be tuning in for that tutorial! Car photography is something I really want to get into.
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02-08-2017, 07:09 AM
#70
Finally able to take the wraps off of this shot. This was done in collaboration with Easton Chang, Rig-Pro, and RGG EDU. If you are serious about learning car photography, you NEED this tutorial.
And don't forget about the rig giveaway!
— with Easton Chang Photography, RGG EDU and Rig-Pro.
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