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I need some new photos!
Sex God
Quote by grotmeister
is it possible to insert a photo here in the thread? I have some I want to display but dunno how to do it:
Baring in mind of what can and cant be shown in the forum - i find the easiest way to do this us to upload via photobucket or image shack then it gives you the option to resize and also gives you the link to post in forums - copy and paste in the box press preview and you should have a picture in the box
like so
Sexpert
thanks fanny I shall have a go. Minx I thought u'd pipe up somwhere 
Sexpert
right lets try this:
Sassy we have a studio with lights & stuff here. If you fancy a trip to london let us know!xxx
Sassy we have a studio with lights & stuff here. If you fancy a trip to london let us know!xxx
Sexpert
blimey it worked, thanks fanny ur a star
Warming the Bed
Quote by bbw_lover
My point about Photoshop is not that it replaces the need for good pictures with good composition, lighting, etc... but that, IF YOU DON'T HAVE THE SKILLS OR EQUIPMENT to take the quality of shot you desire, it can help make your existing images much more vibrant and attractive.
bbw_lover says:
"Lots of people think you can get any old picture and tart it up with photoshop.....
.......Sorry for the slight rant it's just that being a graphic designer, with experience of photography, I come across this all the time."
Who are these people?... most people I know who take bad images have no idea what Photoshop is, let alone have knowledge of it's capabilities!
You're missing the point of the comment bbw_lover... you have years of experience like myself... and so of course YOU know about the importance of a good quality photo/image... but the info in this thread was meant for the majority of people who do NOT have either the technical or artistic expertise, or the time!, to produce the desired results 'organically'.
So, the idea was to point out that... if you have images ALREADY that you wish looked better, then it is possible in Photoshop to enhance them and at least make them more pleasing to the eye. The key word in that last sentence was ALREADY.
Sorry Aquilo, I don't know what's made you so angry, but I understood the request was for a a photographer. I think most people would find Photoshop extremely difficult to use and a bit of an expense to boot.
Also I was merely agreeing with H-x. Perhaps I didn't express myself clearly enough but you seem to have taken it personally?????
And finally in answer to your question "Who are these people?... ", these people are the ones I come into contact with, on a daily basis, during the course of my work, and most of them are aware of photoshop.
Unfortunately this doesn't preclude them from taking bad photos. Knowledge and experience are not necessarily the same thing.
I just wanted to clear things up and this is by no means intended as a confrontational response.
: :?: :?:I can assure you bbw_lover that there is no anger on my part, I was merely replying to your own, in your own words, "slight rant" which I felt was more of a general sweeping statement than a helpful comment. If it came across to you as aggressive in any way please accept my apology, it wasn't meant in that way.
I think that sometimes when a person tries to place emphasis on the keywords in a sentence (by using bold or italic text) it can seem as if that person is 'angry' or 'shouting'... once again I can only say this was not the case.
I accept that you understood that the request was for a photographer... but when you read through the thread there are so many women who are finding it very difficult to find a suitable one... for varying reasons... and so saying that Photoshop is no substitute for a well composed & shot photograph, while quite true, is of little help to them.
Anyhoo.....
Quote by razor_wire
Just a little word of caution, I asked someone i thought I knew well to take some ermm underwear and a little more showing pics, they were good, well I liked them, seemed he liked them even more and they ended up in a top shelf mag about 6 months later,not in 1 but about 5 different editions,seems he had sold them on, this was done without my consent!! Soooo choose carefully who takes them xx
That's totally out of order... if you didn't sign a Model Release Form then the guy may have broken the law, especially if he accepted money in return from the top shelf mags in question. This is yet another reason why I feel that enhancing your existing images in Photoshop (or Paintshop Pro... or any number of cheap/free alternatives) is a valid option for all the females out there... you won't get the quality of a professional shoot, but your pics remain in your control! Of course you're not going to get studio quality images, but with a little practice you can vastly improve on badly lit, badly framed originals.
Peace
Aq
Sex God
Quote by grotmeister
blimey it worked, thanks fanny ur a star
No Problem
Warming the Bed
Hey all...
just thought I'd give an example of what I've been harping on about!...
Below is a generic photograph which has been poorly taken (in terms of composition and exposure mainly)
None of the techniques used to alter the image are 'rocket-science'... especially the ones used to attain the second image, most people with a basic grasp of using windows could achieve those effects within an hour or two of installing the software (of which there are expensive titles like Photoshop, but you can pick up perfectly good freeware... FREE!)
Peace
Aq
just thought I'd give an example of what I've been harping on about!...
Below is a generic photograph which has been poorly taken (in terms of composition and exposure mainly)
None of the techniques used to alter the image are 'rocket-science'... especially the ones used to attain the second image, most people with a basic grasp of using windows could achieve those effects within an hour or two of installing the software (of which there are expensive titles like Photoshop, but you can pick up perfectly good freeware... FREE!)
Peace
Aq
Sexpert
Quote by anais
I'm not sure I'm allowed to post this but here goes
Apologies to admin if it's against AUP, just remove it.
H.x
Some great pics and sites Hx thanks for the link...I like erotic photos. The black and white ones are brill...
:)That's the sort of thing I'd like but I won't look that good
I did have some done a couple of years ago but need some new ones now methinks
Quote by Sassy-Seren
I'm not sure I'm allowed to post this but here goes
Apologies to admin if it's against AUP, just remove it.
H.x
Some great pics and sites Hx thanks for the link...I like erotic photos. The black and white ones are brill...
:)That's the sort of thing I'd like but I won't look that good
I did have some done a couple of years ago but need some new ones now methinks
They are lovely....
I have a friend whose a photographer and she's done some of nude pregnant women, they are a really powerful images. They are my favourite of hers.
I dont think you need to have a perfect body. Its having the right frame of mind and feeling good about yourself. Maybe the environment you have them taken in is important as well the props that can be used. Props could be anything simple as flower petals to a feather boa.... clothing or just a plain white sheet! Bit of nice soothing background music to set the mood! :)
Having a good experienced photographer who you feel at ease with, has an open mind and ideas that work does help...but I reckon someone with a bit of imagination, equipment and experience can do some great photos without paying huge ammounts of money.
The photos you have are great Sassy tho can understand you wanting to update them. At least you have an idea of what you want, thats a good start.
Ive always fancied having some done myself but I have a huge body complex....until then, you shall have to put up with my belly button :lol2:
PS have you seen How to look good naked on C4?
There is some lovely work in there. Personally I like something a little bit more unusual, I like to see that a photographer has a good eye and some imagination. The fact that most of the models in them are all young and gorgeous is a little intimidating but, as Anais says, I think a lot is about having someone you feel at ease with and can relax.
I think we should have a 'How to look good naked' SH photo shoot day
H.x
I think we should have a 'How to look good naked' SH photo shoot day
H.x
Quote by H-x
There is some lovely work in there. Personally I like something a little bit more unusual, I like to see that a photographer has a good eye and some imagination. The fact that most of the models in them are all young and gorgeous is a little intimidating but, as Anais says, I think a lot is about having someone you feel at ease with and can relax.
I think we should have a 'How to look good naked' SH photo shoot day
H.x
There are some excellent photos in there but I don't necessarily think that being young comes into it. We tend to be drawn into the illusion that you need to be young and slim these days, but as Gok constantly proves all you need is confidence in yourself. It doesn't matter what size or age you are, you're all gorgeous in your own way.
Yes a model does need to be completely relaxed and the results will show if they aren't. Often the fist shots are just taken to relax the model, unless they're professional, and you'll find that they improve as a photo session goes along. It might even take a couple of sessions to get the results you want.
If you want shots of yourself then I'd say it's important that you discuss exactly the type of shots you want and how you'd like to look. A good photographer will guide you in getting those shots and also suggest alternatives. If you and the photographer have a single aim then hopefully you'll get shots you're both happy with.
N
Sex God
Quote by winchwench
Thankfully, I'm pretty good with a camera.
Coz I'm shite with photoshop! :scared:
Im teaching myself photoshop :scared: i can crop and adjust all them things but comes to changing backgrounds n that n im hopeless i never did have a steady hand though
I stand up and blame SH because i get bored and decide to perve instead
Quote by Moviemaker
There are some excellent photos in there but I don't necessarily think that being young comes into it. We tend to be drawn into the illusion that you need to be young and slim these days, but as Gok constantly proves all you need is confidence in yourself. It doesn't matter what size or age you are, you're all gorgeous in your own way.
Yes a model does need to be completely relaxed and the results will show if they aren't. Often the fist shots are just taken to relax the model, unless they're professional, and you'll find that they improve as a photo session goes along. It might even take a couple of sessions to get the results you want.
If you want shots of yourself then I'd say it's important that you discuss exactly the type of shots you want and how you'd like to look. A good photographer will guide you in getting those shots and also suggest alternatives. If you and the photographer have a single aim then hopefully you'll get shots you're both happy with.
N
:shock:
H.x
Mod
Quote by X_fanny_x
i never did have a steady hand though
Eh!! Cough Cough!!
Can I borrow your hand for a few minutes tan??
:roll: 
Orgasminator
Quote by Aquilo
Just a little word of caution, I asked someone i thought I knew well to take some ermm underwear and a little more showing pics, they were good, well I liked them, seemed he liked them even more and they ended up in a top shelf mag about 6 months later,not in 1 but about 5 different editions,seems he had sold them on, this was done without my consent!! Soooo choose carefully who takes them xx
That's totally out of order... if you didn't sign a Model Release Form then the guy may have broken the law, especially if he accepted money in return from the top shelf mags in question. This is yet another reason why I feel that enhancing your existing images in Photoshop (or Paintshop Pro... or any number of cheap/free alternatives) is a valid option for all the females out there... you won't get the quality of a professional shoot, but your pics remain in your control! Of course you're not going to get studio quality images, but with a little practice you can vastly improve on badly lit, badly framed originals.
Peace
Aq
Under uk copyright law the "creator or the works," photographer, can do with the photos as he wishes and no "release" is required...
However... Under another part of the copyright act and re-enforced within HR if the photographer is "commisioned" then although copyright is still retained by the photographer the person photographed has a right not to have the photos used elsewhere.
If the photography session was done as a colaboration then the photographer can do with the photos as they wish with the exception that should they be used in a way that is seen as deformation (ie a newspaper add for say VD, or say attatched to an article about infidelity) then the person has legal recourse from the publisher and/or the photographer.
A "release" can be used both ways, both to say what the photographer can and cant do with the photos and also what the "model/subject" can/cant do with the photographs, ie. limit usage to personal use, promotion, all rights, publication, etc.
Most comercial photographers are aware of what they can and cant do with photographs, but often limit what they may do to a greater extent... eg. a wedding photographer can use your wedding photos in adverts or the shop window but doesnt. Or they in the contract/release define the terms of usage over and above that required in law.
Anyways... well of topic now.
Orgasminator
If you can travel to mine... I know a guy with a big camera with an even bigger set of lenses attatched, oh and ropes, whips, queening chair, wrought iron bed, lights, etc. :P 
ervyguywithcameraemoticon: LoL
ervyguywithcameraemoticon: LoLQuote by Sassy-Seren
What's the best way to go about getting hold of a discreet photgrapher?
I want someone to take some nice ( and flattering! :shock: ) photos for my profile and stuff. Nothing too in-yer-face, no gash shots and stuff :scared: just sexy erotica, lingerie and maybe some neked stuff.
Any ideas guys? :wink:
btw....I don't mean some bugger with a hard on turning up with his 2mega pixel digicam!
Warming the Bed
Sex God
Quote by woohoo
i never did have a steady hand though
Eh!! Cough Cough!!
Can I borrow your hand for a few minutes tan??
:roll:Just a few minutes? :wink:
Sex God
Quote by H-x
Aquilo, we get the point but if you're on your own, how do you get the initial photo? I've got long arms but they're not that long.
H.x
And who are the photos of, that you're posting, Aquilo?
Quote by H-x
There are some excellent photos in there but I don't necessarily think that being young comes into it. We tend to be drawn into the illusion that you need to be young and slim these days, but as Gok constantly proves all you need is confidence in yourself. It doesn't matter what size or age you are, you're all gorgeous in your own way.
Yes a model does need to be completely relaxed and the results will show if they aren't. Often the fist shots are just taken to relax the model, unless they're professional, and you'll find that they improve as a photo session goes along. It might even take a couple of sessions to get the results you want.
If you want shots of yourself then I'd say it's important that you discuss exactly the type of shots you want and how you'd like to look. A good photographer will guide you in getting those shots and also suggest alternatives. If you and the photographer have a single aim then hopefully you'll get shots you're both happy with.
N
:shock:
H.x
Ooops, talk about a fraudian slip, and no it's not a type of underwear.
