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Testudo
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Since the thread has been revived...
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Sorry if that was a mistake, I'm new to the forum and I thought it was a shame for all of the great pictures on here to go to waste, is there somewhere else where I'd be better posting?
More great pictures, how do you get the colours to be so vibrant and not washed out? I really struggle and need to edit quite heavily and after anything more than a few feet of water it becomes pretty much impossible, even somewhere very clear.
Testudo
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No mistake at all! I happen to snorkel often and take lots of pictures. I kind of feel like I am hogging the thread if there are no other folks posting. Therefore don't post until there has been some activity. It's just been awhile since there have been any new contributions.
So please, please post as much as you like! The thread is filled with lots of great pictures and more are always welcome!.
As for vibrant colors in pictures, my secret is maximizing the natural light from the sun, an underwater setting on my camera and Google's Picasa editing software (just the "I'm Feeling Lucky" auto optimizing). If you look back a few pages there is a pretty in depth discussion on how to optimize images. I've summarized my techniques here: TESTUDO'S SNORKEL GUIDE Cayman Off the Beaten Path, SNORKELING PICTURE TAKING TIPS AND ADVICE ...
Though looks like you do a fine job editing. The snorkelers and that shrimp are awesome images.
So please, please post as much as you like! The thread is filled with lots of great pictures and more are always welcome!.
As for vibrant colors in pictures, my secret is maximizing the natural light from the sun, an underwater setting on my camera and Google's Picasa editing software (just the "I'm Feeling Lucky" auto optimizing). If you look back a few pages there is a pretty in depth discussion on how to optimize images. I've summarized my techniques here: TESTUDO'S SNORKEL GUIDE Cayman Off the Beaten Path, SNORKELING PICTURE TAKING TIPS AND ADVICE ...
Though looks like you do a fine job editing. The snorkelers and that shrimp are awesome images.
gypsygal
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Great shots, what kind of weight belt do you use and how much weight? This is my first year doing snorkelling photograhyy and yes my biggest challenge is getting and staying down there for some shots. Can hardly wait to try it again next winter.
Testudo
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I use a clamp buckle belt with neoprene pockets like the one below. Generally use 4-8 lbs of mesh encased weights.
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Arubandi07
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Gipsygal, as an alternative you may wanna take a look at the Omersub rubber weight belt. Good stuff, very flexible, and the surface is slightly textured, so with the Aqua vinyl-coated weights(I use 5-7lbs, 3/2 wetsuit), you won't need retainers to prevent slippage, and the belt stays where you put it; really comfortable.
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