Turning a new leaf.....no more HDR for me

Oct 13, 20097 min read

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Published: Oct 13, 2009

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Over the past few months I have been doing alot of soul searching when it comes to my work. I have come to the conclusion that I have been relying on HDR photography far to much. However much I like the effects that come with HDR it is time for me to move on. I dont want to start a debate over HDR this is just a personal decision that I have come to. Dont get me wrong I still love the life that HDR can add to a photo and some of my favorite pieces of work are HDR and will remain my favorites. This "to me" is "my" next step. Thank you to everyone who has Watched/Faved my work you have no idea how much it is appreciated and I hope you will continue to support me and my work as I move forward.

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La-Vita-a-Bella

Jun 7, 2010

Okay, I know this is an old journal so maybe I get an award for responding so late, but I'm gonna reply anyway.
I think HDR is a good tool and has it's place. I am not fond of the images that are poorly done (aka halos) and I prefer a more natural look to the HDR, but I don't think you should give it up totally.
I haven't been doing a lot of HDR lately, but a few weeks ago I shot a place I may never get to go to again and I really wanted this one shot...but the sun was shining and pretty much ruining my shot. So, I took several shots at various exposures. Last night I processed 4 raw images in Photomatix and am very happy with the results.
There's no replacing good photographic talent, but sometimes the HDR is necessary to salvage a shot. Plus, if it's done right....it can even make the original image look better.