October 13, 2009

Grandson and Grandma

Over the weekend, I was once again did something that I really love to do—street photography. On Saturday, I was at my grandchildren’s school taking random photos of all the students and then on Sunday, I was at the open house at the Friendswood Fire Department. Lots of kids and lots of shots.

Today’s photo was taken Friendswood Fire Department of a young boy and his grandmother. The young boy was quite striking, but I was really attracted to the affection shown between the two.

Enjoy.

Camera settings: Nikon D3, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 at 200mm, shot at ISO 200, f/8 and 1/90th with SB-800 attached to Really Right Flash Bracket

Post Processing:

Lightroom—Set white and black points, added mid-tone contrast, added clarity.

6 comments:

  1. To me, your framing of his face makes this photo. Even though you cannot see grandma, you detect the love. Good image with some emotional overtones.
    Debbie

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  2. You can tell from the photo that the boy was at ease with his grandmother's arm around him. He doesn't exhibit any squirming or that impatient look on a young child's face that they usually get when they don't want to be hugged or held.

    Nice exposure and composition.

    DHaass

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  3. Doug is spot on. The boy is relaxed and I would dare to say comfortable with grandma's arm around him. This is a photo that grandma would love.
    Anne

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  4. Very nice Patrick!

    Great composition and lighting! Nice job getting such sharp detail in the eyes and nice job capturing a great moment in time.

    Well done!
    Barry

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  5. I cannot believe I am saying this to you, but, did you consider making this a B&W. I think it would have an even more emotional impact in B&W. Good moment shot.
    Mel

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  6. Once again you presented a fine photo of a child. You seem to know how to photograph children really well. Nice portrait.
    Sid

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