nice ***, oh wrong thread

 

thats what i was thinking, everyone seems to be dicks before thinking about anything positive to say, like.......

clean *** cars guys
some i-clubers lack any ability to critique in any way thats positive...... or atleast neutral
dont be a$$hats

 

idk, there is a way to balance it. I like to know when my stuff sucks, in a nice way of course. That way I know what I need to work on. OP has a very nice car and a good idea for a shoot. Next time he has some ideas on what to do.

 

heh, thanks for the comments good and bad. It was pretty cold up there, so when I tried to take higher exposed shots they got blurry cause my hands were shaking a little. Oh well, next time will be better.

As for not seeing the pics, dam google and their not letting me link to the pictures...

 

The definition of critique is criticism. Last time I checked, criticism is not meant to be positive

If someone is taking heavily under-exposed pictures, if we all say "y0 great pics man!", then they will continue to take heavily under-exposed pictures

To the OP,

Unless you have an extremely steady hand and/or an extremely quick lens, it helps a ton to have a tri-pod while taking twilight pictures.

Also try to avoid taking pictures of subjects with the sun directly behind the subject, as the subject will only appear as a shadow

Photography like any hobby takes practice, constructive criticism only helps you get better

 

ucbsti, I do get the difference and it's good hearing other opinions on my pics. I don't have a tripod out here yet, so I do know that is a lack of correct equipment. I probably could have fiddled with my settings a bit more, but again it was cold and the sun was fading fast.

Next time will be better...

 

Sweet pics... =)

 

What angle is good for the sun to be at, we were thinking to get a nice horizon in the background, as well as nice lighting off the sides of the cars.

 

Criticism is not meant to be positive, but a critique is not meant to be negative.... a critique is an opportunity to look at something and evaluate it (doesnt mean its negative like criticism usually is.) Criticism is judgment.

Of course you dont need to say this, "y0 great pics man!" because it wont be helpful. You also dont need to just say "man those suck." Theres a way to get the point across without seeming rude. He took the time to take those pictures and post them, respect that and take that into account before posting a response like that. When you critique something you should point out the bad, the good, and what needs to be done to make it better. Not just say it sucks.... thats not helpful and really arrogant.

Had you written more or been a little nicer I wouldnt have said anything. Why not be nice if you can be and still get the point across? Is it too hard? Thats all I'm saying.

People who default to being rude suck.

 

Yeah dude you gotta grow a set if you really think "all of them are under-exposed" is really rude or derogatory in anyway.

The OP isn't crying, neither should you