Sunday, April 12, 2009

I ♥ Faces - Amateur Week/Spring

This week at I {Heart} Faces, the theme is Easter/Spring and the one I'm entering is for Amateur Photographers. I suppose that's me. I don't make money yet, I just seem to spend it to get the "best" lens or the latest book at the book store. So far, my hobby is very expensive and has not been paying for itself.

This picture is one that I took of my daughter riding her tricycle in our driveway. Spring is such a good time to get outside again and dust off the outdoor toys! I love the motion and the flow of the picture. The look on her face is natural and happy. I just loved the lighting and the colors in it. Let me know what you think! I learned so much on Friday during the Constructive Feedback session. Any tips from the pros would be sincerely appreciated.

If you want to enter this week, head on over to I "Heart" Faces and check it out!



Taken with a Canon 40D and a 24-105mm lens
at 50mm
1/100th sec
ISO 200
f/4

Posted by 4chalseys@blogger at 9:24 PM

48 comments:

  1. CrystalApril 13, 2009 at 12:59 AM

    Beautiful. Your work and your precious little girl!

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  2. Capturing SunshineApril 13, 2009 at 1:00 AM

    Oh the eyes! You capture them beautifully!

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  3. tiff(threeringcircus)April 13, 2009 at 1:04 AM

    What a gorgeous photo. I love that you've captured the wind in her hair!

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  4. AmandaApril 13, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    What a lovely photo! I love how you've captured her eyes, great shot!

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  5. Amy - AKA - TigerMommieApril 13, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Beautiful little face!........Great shot.....

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  6. DrewApril 13, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    I think you're well on your way to being able to make this a business. Your photos are absolutely beautiful. I love the lighting on her face and the bold reds in the photo.

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  7. DonnaApril 13, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Look at that face! She's so beautiful! Makes me smile just looking at her!

    Donna
    Our blog: Double Happiness!

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  8. ShanApril 13, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    love the photo!

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  9. Julie RiveraApril 13, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    A lovely daughter and a lovely image! The skin tone is wonderful...don't you love cloudy days?! I really don't have anything to offer for criticism, other than you need to start charging for your work! :)

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  10. jenniferApril 13, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    another amazing shot from you. amateur? i do not believe it! :)

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  11. Jessica PaigeApril 13, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    Just Perfect! She's adorable!

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  12. Mandy, Dustin and ThomasApril 13, 2009 at 11:06 AM

    I swear you have the cutest kids! Great photo as usually!! PERFECT!!!

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  13. Rosalyn-SueApril 13, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Love love love the peek of the radio flyer and the clarity of the shot...it reminds me of my little one on his radio flyer rocketship...thanks for sharing...

    Best,

    Rosalyn-Sue

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  14. MomtosixApril 13, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Love the picture!!! It's so sharp! What lens did you use? Can you give some info on the exposure.

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  15. 4chalseys@bloggerApril 13, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Momtosix... Here is the info from the shot:
    Taken with a 40D and a 24-105mm lens
    at 50mm
    1/100, ISO 200
    f/4
    on a wonderful cloudy day

    Hope this helps!

    Thanks for all the compliments everyone!

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  16. UnknownApril 13, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    Ok seriously - you cannot be an amateur - this picture is way too beautiful! :-) Her eyes are fantastic and the color and crispness are just perfect! Happy Easter!

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  17. LoriApril 13, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    precious photo! she looks so excited

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  18. UnknownApril 13, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    She is so beautiful and what a great shot!!

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  19. Vinyl Rocks My WorldApril 13, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    Amazing clarity here.. way to go!

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  20. TaylorApril 13, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    I love the reds! This is just so crisp.

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  21. MelindaApril 13, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    If this one doesn't win...I think we should protest : )

    Why you are still an ameauture and not making money...I have no idea. You definitely could be!!

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  22. CarebearApril 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    Gorgeous as always! You could be a professional anytime you want to I bet. I'd hire you to get a cute shot like this of my kiddos! Great entry.

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  23. AmandaApril 13, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    Very nice shot! Precious little girl...love how you captured her clutching the stuffed animal.
    Thanks for stopping by and taking a peek at my entry.
    Blessings,
    Amanda

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  24. Mom 2 FourApril 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    Awesome photo, what a great shot and your daughter is beautiful!

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  25. SherineApril 13, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    k... so glad you commented because I'm instantly in love with your photography.... I probably could ask you a million questions.. what camera do you have? Favorite lens? I love love your textured background! Beautiful pictures.

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  26. 4chalseys@bloggerApril 13, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    Sherine.... Thank you so much for the comment! I shoot with a Canon (either a 5D Mark II or a 40D) and my favorite lens? Well, this week it's a toss up between my 24-105mm f/4 or my 135mm f/2. I'm a lens addict.

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  27. AnonymousApril 13, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Thanks for posting such a wonderful comment on my blog. You photo entry is so sweet. I love the result the lens gave. I think I need to upgrade. =)

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  28. Bling - our elf on the shelfApril 14, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    This photo is totally amazing. Love it :)

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  29. tiarastantrumsApril 14, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    really lovely photo - with wind in her hair is great

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  30. Through My Own LensApril 14, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    WOW!!! I love ALL of the photos on your blog...truly inspiring, especially if you're still an amateur. I have a long way to go, but hopefully I'll get there soon.

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  31. AnnetteApril 14, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    I always look forward to reading your blog every week on the i heart faces links. Your photos are great!

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  32. AnonymousApril 14, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    My goodness! This photo is just adorable and SO GOOD!! I love everything about it, but the clarity is really remarkable. What an awesome shot by an awesome photographer!

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  33. UnknownApril 14, 2009 at 7:43 PM

    Its beautiful! My entry for this week is up at: http://scienceesl.blogspot.com

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  34. Vintage Heart PhotographyApril 14, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    Beautiful photo, great moment to capture, very natural and simple.

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  35. www.karensphoto.comApril 14, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    Fantastic!! Love the angle, love the eyes, love the wind blown hair and LOVE the stuffed animal in the crook of her elbow. Simply great and very impressive!! :)

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  36. Elaine at Matters of the Heart)April 14, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    I love this, just gorgeous. I love the excitement on her face. Her eyes and that little dimple are just precious. Great entry, you should definitely start charging....

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  37. StephanieApril 15, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    She's gorgeous!!!!

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  38. BrookeApril 15, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    The eyes are so beautiful! I would have never known that you aren't already a professional!

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  39. Through My Own LensApril 18, 2009 at 9:20 AM

    CONGRATS!!!

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  40. MelindaApril 18, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    I told you you should be a winner every week!! Congrats!!

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  41. CarebearApril 18, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    Yay for you!!! Congrats on another top ten finish. Love this shot!

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  42. The Jessee JournalApril 18, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    I absolutely love the color in this photo -- do you have an action to make her skin look glow and look so creamy? Love it!

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  43. 4chalseys@bloggerApril 18, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    Hi Marcie ~ I have played with this photo so much I have no idea what I used. I did find a free action the other day that does that effect... it's here http://www.thealbumcafe.com/Actions.html

    It's the 2nd free action. I use it sparingly and mask the eyes and other places I like sharp.

    Thanks for the compliment.

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  44. Clive and DawnApril 18, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    such great colors, so crisp and great angle! love it!

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  45. Lisa@saltandlightstudioApril 18, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    Her expression is so so lovely and real. And goodness, she's gorgeous, isn't she?!

    Congrats on making the top 10!

    BlogBaby

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  46. AmyApril 19, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    I just posted on your blog and then saw that you are in the top 10!! Congratulations!!!!!

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  47. UnknownApril 19, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    I am so proud of you. Congratulations.

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  48. MomtosixApril 20, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    CONGRATS! Your photo was one of my favorites! Love your photography.

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