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Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: Weylin on April 19, 2016, 08:12:15 pm

Title: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Weylin on April 19, 2016, 08:12:15 pm

Hey guys. I'm wondering if there would be any interest if I shared how I go about taking pictures, editing them and posting them on PA? I know there are some guys who don't care about their bows as functional art and there are some who don't care about pictures and that's fine with me. We all do it for different reasons. When someone makes what seems to be a beautiful bow and I'm squinting at little poorly lit pictures it drives me crazy! I want to see your sweet bow!

I don't put all that much work into it but a little effort can go a long way to showing off your bows. I thought it also might be another way to help a few more guys feel good about getting their bows into the BOM contest if they could display them better.

So, anyone interested in a few tips and tricks to better bow photos on PA?

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: DC on April 19, 2016, 08:13:33 pm

Me first!!

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: bubby on April 19, 2016, 08:22:24 pm

Heck yeah Weylin your pics are dang nice

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: paulsemp on April 19, 2016, 08:34:55 pm

I'd be very interested especially if your pictures are taken with a cell phone. That's the only source I have for taking pictures and struggle on how to make them look good.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: J05H on April 19, 2016, 08:36:11 pm

Great Idea. I look forward to reading it.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Aaron H on April 19, 2016, 08:47:26 pm

Great idea Weylin

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Weylin on April 19, 2016, 09:24:40 pm

Glad to see there's some interest. I really don't do anything too fancy. I just use my phone, heck sometimes it's my 6 year old taking my braced and full draw pictures. I will start working on it when I get a chance.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Swampman on April 19, 2016, 09:29:35 pm

I am interested too.  I am always disappointed in my pictures. Your pictures really look nice. 

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Badly Bent on April 19, 2016, 10:43:53 pm

I'd like to see this too, there are always some bows posted that you just know are really nicer than the photos make them look.
I also agree that its a good idea for maybe getting some guys to feel more confident about entering bows for bom. I know I'd like to have my pics. look sharp and crisp like yours always do.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: mullet on April 19, 2016, 10:57:25 pm

Quit talking and post it.;-)

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Weylin on April 19, 2016, 11:45:57 pm

Quote from: mullet on April 19, 2016, 10:57:25 pm

Quit talking and post it.;-)

Alright, alright! I'm working on it!  ;D

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: wizardgoat on April 20, 2016, 01:59:39 am

Would be interested in seeing your methods! I often get compliments for my photos but really,  I've only ever used my phone camera.  Beautiful natural backdrops always help too

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: GB on April 20, 2016, 02:27:23 am

Sign me up.  My pictures need help, too.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: PNewton on April 20, 2016, 08:49:15 am

Sounds like a good idea.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Stringman on April 20, 2016, 08:59:06 am

I'm sure I could benefit. I'm biting.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Urufu_Shinjiro on April 20, 2016, 10:44:45 am

Yes, and it should be stickied at the top of every forum, lol

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: TimBo on April 20, 2016, 05:10:44 pm

I would be interested!

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Chief RID on April 21, 2016, 03:35:19 am

This ought to be good. My pics suck.

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Stoker on April 21, 2016, 01:29:45 pm

Great idea..
Thanks Leroy

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: Stixnstones on April 21, 2016, 04:42:36 pm

I'm in ! check me as another phoney. ( camera phone )

Title: Re: Interest in a Photo Tutorial?
Post by: H Rhodes on April 23, 2016, 08:56:25 am

Quote from: Chief RID on April 21, 2016, 03:35:19 am

This ought to be good. My pics suck.


Mine too!  I could sure benefit from it.