Low angle shooting has always had a bad wrap, it's typically discouraged especially with people. Here's an example of a low angle image that works. The key is not to see "up the nose" or add "chins." You have to get the angle of the image plane just right. It's tricky but you can do it. I'm about 3 feet below them, with the camera bracket in hand.
I really like to shoot very low angle when possible. I will literally put the feet of my camera bracket on the ground and track the subject by turning the camera left and right until I feel the shot and "wham", it's there. Auto focus is best but manual focus works great especially if the subject matter is in a consistent spot.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Low Angle Shooting
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Happy Turkey Day
Sincerely,
Michael Lloyd
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Monday, November 24, 2008
Meet The Reynold's Family
I love the contrast of the green foreground and the red bushes. I cross processed this image to give it a little color & contrast snap. I nailed this one within 5 minutes, that seems to happen to me allot :D
What a doll!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Veteran's Day Remembered
I love my job as a people photographer and I would NOT be able enjoy this right and blessing with out you all! You are not forgotten, you are appreciated and loved....Thank You Very Much!
Sincerely,
Michael
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Blogging...what's that?
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Mount Timpanogos at sunset
The lighting was great when I got up there and the clouds were so dramatic. As I waited for the color to come on I just took in the awesome 360 view. I'm trying to stop here and there more often, instead of barreling through my whole life and regretting not doing so.
There's a term we photographers use called alpen glow. This is the type of light we get when the sun dips below the horizon. Most people think your best shots are only at sunset, but that's not necessarily true. The color usually lights up the entire sky and for about 2 minutes, tops, the sunlight blankets the mountains. The lighting was more dramatic with the direct sunlight on the mountains this evening. But the bottom lines is we live in an absolutely beautiful state and country. What more can I say!?
I love the contrast of fall color, blue sky and white snow ^
Watching this happen right in front of my eyes is an amazing sight! I get soo excited that I feel like a little kid :) Photo of the day ^
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Provo Canyon photograph on KSL 5 news
To my surprise, my photograph made the news tonight following the Eagles vs. Bears game. I shot this image on my way to a reception yesterday. I was ahead of schedule so I took full advantage of our beautiful state and God's amazing creations. The changing aspens and yellows are just around the corner. They are real strong in Park City right now.
Original image ^
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Provo Canyon, on my way up to Deer Valley
Provo River ^
Provo Canyon ^
Color infrared ^, shot just above Provo Canyon near Deer Creek Dam. I saw this lonely little tree with a missing middle section and I couldn't help but flip around and go back to it.
I Solarized this image ^. I was looking North East from Park City.
So I drove to 3 different gas stations looking for the New citrus Rock Star, before my Deer Valley Reception and drove along side this Awesome tree with amazing back light.
Nature Photo of the day ^
What an absolutely amazing state and country we live in!
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Provo Peak in the fall
Provo Peak ^
So today was the day for our annual trip across Camels Back trail. It starts in Provo Canyon and comes out in Hobble Creek Canyon. Typically we plan for a 5 hour drive with all of the stops and photo opps. This year we just missed the peak for reds & oranges by about 3-5 days is my guess. But the yellows are just about here now. So if you are still looking to go for a ride up Provo Canyon do it now or in a few days :)
Saturday, September 20, 2008
BYU hosts Wyoming with a 44-0 shutout!
Fui Vakapuna putting the hurt on his opponents, he loves to go at 'em!
Max Hall to Dennis Pitta
Sweet set up man :)
Future Heisman Trophy winner??
David Nixon scoring a touch down for the Kick Butt defense
This Photo of the day ^ tells the story of the game, the D-Line is Awesome!
Max Hall & Austin Collie chillin' with a healthy 44-0 lead, while the secondary keeps the Cowboys down
Harvey Unga is a stud! He's got great hands, tons of power and he's a Provo native
Friday, September 12, 2008
Karissa's Bridal Shoot
I love low angle
What a doll
I love fill light
Not everyone likes their toes photographed, but Karissa did. Her soo cute orange shoes were a perfect opportunity to show off a pedicure. Photo of the day ^ because of the artistic process
Classic shot of the full dress
The sunlight was so amazing!
A little extra color and artistic flare for an otherwise average sunset
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Mount Timpanogos photograph on KSL 5 news
This was a fun follow up to the trip this morning with my buddy Mike. I shot this still image from my plasma after I saw it air on the 6 & 10pm news.
Here's the uncropped version.
Get out and enjoy the Fall season ;)
9-11 NOT forgotten
I felt overwhelmed today when I thought about this and really remembered this anniversary and also those who get up each and EVERY DAY to protect and preserve our FREEDOM'S. Count your many blessing's and may GOD continue to bless this GREAT Nation that we all LOVE.
A little Jeepin' above American Fork Canyon
Did someone say.....OZZY?
There were beautiful flower's everywhere!