For this months technique I thought it would be fun to work on catchlights. Some of you might be wondering what catchlights are. Catchlights are reflections of light that are seen in the eyes of your subject. Until recently, I didn't really pay that much attention to catchlights, but now that I am much more aware of the dramatic results that they can give photos, I am constantly seeking them out. I like to look for them in magazines and catalogs see how they impact the photo or ad.

In experimenting with catchlights there are a few things to keep in mind. The first one is to zoom in close, either with your lens or your feet, while composing your shot you should be able to see the catchlights the subjects eyes in your viewfinder. If you aren't seeing catchlights in their eyes try repositioning your subject until you get the desired results.
I have found that natural light works best. An overcast day or late in the afternoon when the sun is not directly overhead is a great time to try capturing some catchlights in your photos. So grab your camera and see what kind of amazing results you can get with catchlights!!

Here are a few of mine! http://www.scrapbook-bytes.com/galle...cat=500&page=1

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Lisa

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Lisa

Here's mine!

http://www.scrapbook-bytes.com/galle...cat=559&page=1

Oh so fun Lisa! I hope to post more as these sunny Alaska days go by! I cannot wait! Thanks so much!!!

Ronalyn

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Here is mine

http://www.scrapbook-bytes.com/galle...at=9274&page=1

Buahahahaha got a good laugh from that one. I just popped in here to say that I am so impressed with some of the photos you guys are posting and I might have to try this challenge out. Don't wait for me or anything lol because I am uber busy lately, but mainly just saying that you guys are inspiring! Thanks!

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Dianne Rigdon

Here is mine
http://www.scrapbook-bytes.com/galle...at=9274&page=1

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Wow! I never payed attention to catchlights before, but they do have a huge impact on a photo! So far, you all have posted some fantastic photos. Someday I hope to buy a nice digital SLR camara so that I can take nicer close ups like the ones I've seen so far. Anyhow, here is my picture:

http://www.scrapbook-bytes.com/galle...cat=500&page=1

Great Challenge!

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Heres my FIRST try at getting catchlights on purpose! Love how it turned out. Was taking pics of my 7 month old pup and my 10 wk old kitten. Will have to post one of the kitty too...

Catchlights on Pippin

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Happy Scrappin! Dawnee



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