Yeah..... I'm an idiot.

WestPrairieGirlsTeam, originally uploaded by blazinhispazian.

Had to go over to West Prairie High School, about 15-20 minutes away from campus and take some team pics of the boys and girls track teams for the Macomb Eagle. I had never taken a large group picture so I had no idea how it was going to turn out.

I guess it was ok but I forgot to drop my ISO. I mean, who takes a portrait at ISO 1600 in bright sunlight?!? I was already at home when I noticed how grainy the pictures were. Tried to save them in photoshop. Other than that, the girls kind of just got in 2 lines. I think the girl on the top right should have moved over so I could get the face. I also should have told them what to do with thier hands and have them sit up straight instead of slouching. From what I remember from my track team pics, the photographer always had us facing slightly to the left or right.

The lighting was horrible too. I was thinking about using flash but opted out. The background is okay. Nothing too busy. I was also thinking about having them do something creative rather than the same old bleacher shot. If I had more time, and maybe more experience, I would.

As for the Eagle, I emailed them the pictures and talked to thier sports guy who told me to call the publishers to figure out how much I get paid. Probably should have done that first. I just hope they don't think I'm doing charity work. If they paid me in gas money and food, I guess I'd be okay though.

Live and Learn...