Backlit on Glint light.

[Soo 6060]

We've all tried out that glint light shot, where the subject being backlit is acceptable...

PhotoID: 333648 Photograph © Jim Dorst

PhotoID: 311704 Photograph © Michael Quagliano

But mine was rejected: http://www.railpictures.net/viewreje...d=880530&key=0

Any Thoughts?

[milwman]

The light is weak as is the colors= making just a backlit photo.

[coborn35]

Agreed, weak colors.

[JimThias]

Originally Posted by Soo 6060

We've all tried out that glint light shot, where the subject being backlit is acceptable...

But mine was rejected: http://www.railpictures.net/viewreje...d=880530&key=0

Any Thoughts?

Darks need to be darker (especially the nose) for better contrast, and the saturation boosted for better color.

[troy12n]

I think that may be fixable in post.

HINT: 99% of these glint shots you see on RP are insanely processed to get the colors and contrast right.

[Soo 6060]

Originally Posted by troy12n

I think that may be fixable in post.

HINT: 99% of these glint shots you see on RP are insanely processed to get the colors and contrast right.

I'll spend a bit of time on it...

Thanks!

[crazytiger]

Originally Posted by troy12n

I think that may be fixable in post.

HINT: 99% of these glint shots you see on RP are insanely processed to get the colors and contrast right.

Then I guess this one was in the 1%. I didn't do much at all to it.

PhotoID: Photograph ©

[milwman]

Originally Posted by crazytiger

Then I guess this one was in the 1%. I didn't do much at all to it.

I can tell. The colors are weak and to red, contrast is a bit low. Try reworking it can be better

[asis80]

Originally Posted by crazytiger

Then I guess this one was in the 1%. I didn't do much at all to it.

There's more interest in the accepted glint. The going away angle works pretty well, especially since the space the train is 'going too' has some pretty insane moody effects with the haze and light working together. The rejected shot in question needs a bit more work. Like above said, some insane processing needs to be done to create that effect on some shots. Others sometimes just don't need too much processing.

Ben

[crazytiger]

Good point. I'll try and rework it.

[asis80]

Originally Posted by crazytiger

Good point. I'll try and rework it.

I really wouldn't touch it, at least much. The only thing I can see you doing to it is adding a bit more color, otherwise it's an exceptional shot. Well done.

Ben

[milwman]

Originally Posted by asis80

I really wouldn't touch it, at least much. The only thing I can see you doing to it is adding a bit more color, otherwise it's an exceptional shot. Well done.

Ben

Yeah it is nice and he doesn't need to fix it. Just thinking a bit more yellow and more contrast may help to make a great photo?

[Chase55671]

Originally Posted by Soo 6060

We've all tried out that glint light shot, where the subject being backlit is acceptable...






But mine was rejected: http://www.railpictures.net/viewreje...d=880530&key=0

Any Thoughts?

Others have covered this well, but definitely need to rework the colors and contrast. Your shot lacks real dramatic interest, but instead, just looks like a backlit photo. I see some potential.

Chase

[Soo 6060]

This is what I have now (attatched)

[Chase55671]

Originally Posted by Soo 6060

This is what I have now (attatched)

Compare that to what you posted in thumbnail form above and tell me if you think yours looks anything like the accepted versions.

Chase

[troy12n]

Originally Posted by Soo 6060

This is what I have now (attatched)

I hope that's a joke

[NorfolkSouthernC40-8]

This is what I have now

Hmmmm... yeah that one is far too over saturated.

[asis80]

Originally Posted by Soo 6060

This is what I have now (attatched)

My eyes literally hurt. Not trying to be harsh there, just telling you the truth. Way too much brother, way too much.

Ben

[troy12n]

Here is a 2 minute job that I think is closer to where you need to be

[cblaz]

Troy's is much better. Still a little yellow for my tastes, but very close.

- Chris

[stevenmwelch]

Troy's looks better but like Chris said, still too yellow.

[Soo 6060]

Originally Posted by troy12n

I hope that's a joke

Sorry, just wasn't sure. First attempt at a glint shot..LOL

[troy12n]

Originally Posted by cblaz

Troy's is much better. Still a little yellow for my tastes, but very close.

I just looked at this from work, and it looks nothing like what it does on my laptop, I don't know if my laptop's monitor is off or the one here is.

[Soo 6060]

Alright, I started with my original and tried to match it best to Troy's. (Thank you, so much!) It's in the queue now, I'll get back here with the results.

Since we are on the discussion of glint; mine was rejected for underexposed..

http://www.railpictures.net/viewreje...&key=466659088

Opinions are welcome!