Amie Shoot 3
by JokersSoul

Comment by George:
The foreground grass is very bright and saturated, but the face is not. Maybe up the saturation and lightness in the face, and lower it in the grass?

The Duck
by JokersSoul

Comment by Cory:
Good shot, especially considering the camera...

Might I suggest trying to enter a few shots from that camera into contests?

You'll end up on the camera page for that camera, pretty much guaranteed. :)

Amie Shoot 5
by JokersSoul

Comment by Cory:
Fill flash will help in these situations (if you had it on, you should have been just a bit closer I think), and perhaps a slightly lower angle.

So, other than that, this is a fun image, I like the overall feel, and think you'll love that new 50D..

BTW, I just got into polarizing filtration, I think that could have worked nicely on the water in this shot too, they're not too expensive, I would suggest grabbing one.

Welcome!

Green Shoot 1
by JokersSoul

Comment by spiritualspatula:
I agree with danculwell. Some supplemental light would really help this. Great poses (including the grumpy kiddo dead center), but generally a bit underexposed for the people. An umbrella above camera right would help things to (obviously not feasible with an EasyShare :) ).

Amie Shoot 2
by JokersSoul

Comment by danculwell:
Outstanding. I love the colors and the lighting. My wife just commented over my shoulder "Pretty Girl".

Peek-a-Boo
by JokersSoul

Comment by danculwell:
Very cute. Don't know if this was posed or spontaneous. If it was posed I would have gotten a little more light on his face to brighten up those great eyes.

Amie Shoot 1
by JokersSoul

Comment by danculwell:
I like this shot a lot. Love the red pillar.

Green Shoot 1
by JokersSoul

Comment by danculwell:
Nice looking family. Nice colors and contrast but pretty dark overall. A reflector or light to brighten their faces (especially under the hats) would make this a great shot.

The Duck
by JokersSoul

Comment by danculwell:
Nice shot. You loose a little bit of detail in the shadows.