Welcome to my first blog!

Hello, I'm Vicki and I have already completed the OCA courses 'Introduction to Digital Photography' and 'Creative Digital Arts'. (both of which I have passed:-)

I am now enrolled on 'The Art of Photography' and intend to record here my progress throughout the course , not only evidencing work done on projects/assignments but also showing my thoughts and inspirations along the way.

Thursday, 10 December 2009

Project 61: making the best use of built-in flash

Taken with flash under fluorescent lighting - the flash has caused a hot spot when reflected on the glass jar - perhaps would be better with diffusion but off camera lighting would be better.

The flash has reflected off the copper pot but has also caused harsh shadows behind it.

The flash has reflected on the shiny surface of this kettle but I think because it is 'brushed' there are not the same hotspots.

The flash has not washed out this statue but you can see the strong outline shadow on the left side.

The subject looks too bright against the darkened background, the flash has lightened the face and burnt out the shirt.

Taken with flash in a room lit by tungsten bulbs - perhaps still needs some brightening but the colours are warm and deep.

Taken with flash only, the colours are a little drained and very dark background.


I am not sure the flash made any difference to this shot as the camera has darkened the light shades and ceiling to expose for the bulbs?

The flash has brightly lit the shiny black surface of this appliance, also highlighting any dust!!
I don't think there are many situations in which built-in flash is best if there is another option. i think it is about convenience and having it to hand. It is very limited but can still enable you to get a shot you may not have done otherwise. Built-in flash is probably best used for a short distance away but still with some distance from the background to avoid harsh shadows as well as too brightly lit foreground.

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