Exige Mini Photoshoot - Light Painting Practice

[DanFreemanPhoto]

So yesterday evening Dave and I headed into Gloucester just for a mess about, and for me to practice some more light painting.....trying to improve on disappointing results I have achieved previously.

The first location was the stereotypical car park, but we knew it would be quiet, so it was ideal for some practice.

The second spot was rather more daring, being in the centre of Gloucester....but I think it's an ace location.....if the photos do it justice is up to you to decide.

Pretty happy with the results, considering it was only a mess about, and a chance for me and Dave to have a good old natter

As usual, all I need are some BETTER LOCATIONS!!!

So, I need some honest feedback, and things to improve upon next time out.

 

[Knuckles]

I see no light painting :/


but as usual, those photos are ace :approve:

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

Thanks, but what do you mean no light painting? :S

 

[Addicted]

The car is light painted, it doesn't always have to be about silly shapes or words

Looks good, if you're ever up around Worcester please give me a shout, would be awesome to learn some tips!

 

[Feirny]

I see no light painting :/


but as usual, those photos are ace :approve:

How do you think the car is illuminated?

 

[Knuckles]

The car is light painted, it doesn't always have to be about silly shapes or words


Looks good, if you're ever up around Worcester please give me a shout, would be awesome to learn some tips!

How do you think the car is illuminated?

Makes sense... Ignore me dan

do you have any 'in action'/ set up shots?

 

[Wick]

"C8" plate has gone!

I like Dan

For me, number one is the best shot. As I think the simpler setting does not distract from the car. I also really like the detail inside the cabin you've picked up.

For that exact reason, number four is my least favourite as I find the light flare from the four street lamps draw my eye away from the car... Although in number four you've got the lighting on the rear of the exige spot on.

Can't believe I just attempted to critique your work. If I produced any of those I'd be f*cking over the moon lol.

 

[Stefan.]

Such a cool looking car!! lovely pictures too

 

[Daniel]

I know nothing about photography, so my opinion is null and void.

But...

That looks flippin' amazing!!

 

[LiamR172]

I was also expecting silly shapes and colours in the background.

Those look ace though! Love the first one!!

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

I'll get a composite shot up later, with each individual frame so you can see how it's layered up.

Need some more practice me thinks.

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

Viola - hope it helps.

 

[r&skxa]

"C8" plate has gone!

I like Dan

For me, number one is the best shot. As I think the simpler setting does not distract from the car. I also really like the detail inside the cabin you've picked up.

For that exact reason, number four is my least favourite as I find the light flare from the four street lamps draw my eye away from the car... Although in number four you've got the lighting on the rear of the exige spot on.

Can't believe I just attempted to critique your work. If I produced any of those I'd be f*cking over the moon lol.

^^ what he said. Number 1 is fantastic. End up staring at the car rather than anything else, number 4 there is way too much going on. All great pics though!

 

[BoatNonce]

I like the idea of using multiple shots to light different sections of the car, great!

 

[Daz.]

That last photo is amazing - I love the street lighting!

 

[jesus]

Brilliant photos as always.

 

[syko6288]

Brilliant photos

Can i pinch the 1st one to save as my desktop wallpaper please

 

[Knuckles]

awesome. :approve:

 

[Cliosaregay]

stunning pictures and car! :approve:

 

[Niall]

Love 3 and 4 Dan!

Awesome shots as usual, I really need to try light painting on a car for myself, it gets some stunning images!

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

Thanks guys.

Something was bugging me about the last shot, so I did another edit:

Any better?

 

[Wick]

Thanks guys.

Something was bugging me about the last shot, so I did another edit:

Any better?

Hell yes. Less flare and the cooler background. That's on the money now

 

[Brazo]

Yes the background was too bright and busy before so that has worked, the very bright 'point' light sources with the starburst filter 'effect' do distract somewhat from the car. First shot with the plain background was my fave.

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

Yeh I think that works better, the background is a little busy I agree.....I think this type of lighting technique works better in simpler environments, like the car park for example.

 

[Joe#]

Lovely work Dan. I like the idea of using multiple images too, I need to give it a go one night.

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

The gear you need is very simple, so everyone can try it.

Another edit....opinions?

 

[Gally]

Fûck sake Dan! Actual unreal looking car. Not sure on the Sunstrip part but super photography!

I have no more words.

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

Nice work.

I think the cobbled street one looks a little odd (IMO) because of the camber in the road. Car looks wonky against the buildings because of that.

Light painting is something I enjoy .. haven't done any in a while !

 

[Wick]

Another nice edit Dan

Not sure on the Sunstrip part but super photography!

I will vouch that this is essential sheerly from a practical perspective.

 

[Reev]

So jealous of your skills, Dan. Out of interest, what did you use for the painting? LED torch of some sort?

 

[Lal B3N]

Stunning car! Would love one of these!

Photos are good too.

 

[Habitual]

Those are awesome. Good work man!

Thanks for the composites too, I'd love to have a bash at this some day.

 

[SharkyUK]

Great shots, Dan. They show off the car and your skills beautifully.

 

[Sam@NP]

Latest edit is just awesome! Very impressive.

 

[Matt_90]

Like all the of edits Dan! Car looks amazing esspecially in the last two shots. But think the cobbled street one could do with a little more colour in the buildings... It looks the like the saturation has been sapped out the brickwork and the tower in the background :S

 

[DanFreemanPhoto]

Cheers chaps.

I did intentionally desaturate the buildings, mainly as there was a horrible orange cast on everything, that was only partially fixed with WB corrections. And I wanted the car to stand out a bit more.

How does this edit work?

 

[Matt_90]

Cheers chaps.

I did intentionally desaturate the buildings, mainly as there was a horrible orange cast on everything, that was only partially fixed with WB corrections. And I wanted the car to stand out a bit more.

How does this edit work?

Really like that one... maybe bring the black edge back a litte on the left so it doesn't curve round the car to much. But really liking these mate

 

[Cup_Phil]

Brilliant photos - absolutely love the last two, the yellow car against the sepia background works so well!

That last edit is awesome - almost gives the sense that a couple of big studio lights have been used

 

[Hixle]

Great pics Dan. Makes me want to go and play with my torch tonight

I've only ever tried this once, technique worked well!

 

[Silent_Scone]

Really helps when it's not a Clio as well lol. Great work, last 2 are really nice