Since I'm new I figgered I should post some up...

Here are some HDRs I did...






And a regular one...

 

regular one looks much better than HDR ones. HDR ones suck sorry

 

Thanks!

Care to explain why? I guess they don't look like a cartoon. Is that it?

 

Wouldn't let me edit my last comment, so I will post another.

Don't get me wrong, I appreciate criticism, but only when it is founded and constructive. If you don't like it, explain why before I take you seriously.

 

HDR all way, nice shots!

 

When I first looked, they didn't look like HDR shots. Good try. But I think the lighting wasn't the best.

 

 

I don't think they're too bad, but not the best. When I think of HDR, I think of lots and lots of high, vibrant colored contrasts. In your first few imagines, the colors (probably because of light) aren't sharp enough - dull, low lighting. I think with a better location, other than what appears to be your driveway, and a bit more contrast...you'll be spot on. See how your original jpeg picture has more color? HDR should be like that (speaking from an novice's perspective), but with colors accented...to the max (depending on your taste)! You probably did a -1, a 0 and a +1 exposure shot huh? I THINK that's the typical norm for HDR; try something more extreme .

 

Looking good man!

I very new to HDR myself so I understand your frustration with having the normal pictures turnout a little better than the regular ones.

Check out my thread with my HDR pictures here: https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-photograph-gallery-96/fresh-wash-attempted-hdr-shots-754107/

Like erick3 said, maybe next time try -2, 0, +2 on the exposures. That's what I did for my pictures and they turned out a little more vibrant than yours. Don't get me wrong though, your pictures look good! I'm just trying to help you out as much as I can

 

The pics are a bit "dark". Otherwise,

 

Thanks guys! This is the kind of criticism I was talking about. (Constructive and good).

I will say that I am not a fan of the extreme HDR stuff. I like more mild uses of it, but I get where you are coming from.

Getting good shots of cars is very difficult. I have sold many photographs before at shows, but I am usually doing nature/outdoor photography. HDR is somewhat new to me, as I haven't really explored it too much. As I said, I don't like the +2, 0 -2 extremely with crazy contrast, but I see what you guys mean now.

Thanks for looking and commenting!

 

I'm no pro but HDR does take some getting used to. Just keep experimenting and you will get a hang of it. I picked the sunniest day outside to take my pictures. I think you were in a spot with not a lot of sun and shadows, and that didn't help the pictures.

What kind of camera were you using? And any plans for the TL?

Oh and get some Bar Keepers Friend and clean those exhaust tips

 

TL is staying bone stock. Has window tint and that's all.

Camera is Canon EOS 30D with a Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8 lens. I have had it for a couple years andit has more than paid for itself just from photos I have sold.

 

Wheres the HDR in it? High Dynamic Range means pretty much theres a range of lighting like dark shadows and and blown out highlights, just because they look like cartoons doesnt mean its an HDR image, just an FYI.

Nice car btw, just need to lower it

 

OY! I'm using the Tamron 2.8 17-50 mm lens too! I have to ask though (I'm an amateur remember), I feel like the lens doesn't produce as sharp as an imagine as my crappy, old 15-50 mm Nikon ED KIT lens. I wonder if I have a bad lens? With an F stop of 2.8 my depth of field just isn't as great as some of the professional lens of course, those lens are thousands of dollars, but I read our lenses were supposed to be almost identical in picture quality. I just can't figure out how to blur out the background beyond whatever object I'm shooting. ANY tips for me Pointer?

 

Ya know, I might as well ask...I've never actually DONE HDR, but I've heard of people using it, discussing it, etc. What do you use? CS3/4? I thought there was supposed to be an "HDR button," but I can't seem to find it under any of my Photoshop 3 menus...

PS Is there a way for your to pop some more contrast into those HDR pictures? Adjust gamma and up contrast? Thinking that that would help a lot! ...maybe?

 

Pointer, I'm going to complete get away from the HDR line of conversation because I can't speak to it well. But since you're new to Acurazine-welcome and please join our Silver TL Social Group at:

https://acurazine.com/forums/groups/asm-ssm-tls-59/

 

Thanks!

Here's a couple more car photos... these are my more recent work.

 

Awesome pictures of that Porsche! I like the 3rd one the best

 

hdr is kinda hard to get right, here is a attempt at mine

 

i dont know anything about cameras but i like your pictures lol i think they look good

 

That is my favorite too. As fun as that car is to shoot, it's way more fun to drive.

For anyone wondering. 1976 Porsche 991S Targa. 2.7 motor is swapped for a 3.2, Recaro seats, and a couple other goodies.

 

^So I am assuming it's your car?

 

Nope. My brother-in-law's car. I get to drive it fairly regularly though. I helped him with a lot of the mods too...

I freaking wish that was my car! HAHAHA

 

^Haha I bet man! That thing is sexy! TL ain't bad either

 

Two totally different kinds of cars, but that Porsche is the funnest car I have ever driven. (This list includes other newer Porsches, M3, G35, G37, 370Z, Mercedes C, Audi A4, BMW Z4, and more.) That thing is straight scary it's so fast. And corners better too.

When my brother in law drives it I recommend having a clean pair of shorts.

 

^