Golf Course Clip

I used MB for CC... Dream Look preset. I wanted to go for a bit of surreal look but I agree the colors are a bit washed out.

No adapter. Just cropped in post.

I think the composition of these shots is poor, and better composition will lend to better color. I couldn't get access to this course as it's owned by the City of Houston and I would be required to have insurance. If I could actually get close greens shots I think it would be better. This is really a very rough "dry run" at shooting golf courses. Most of the spots I've produced have been in-studio.
 
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No offense, but I wouldn't send that to anyone, let alone a marketing firm. The handheld is really bad, the transitions suck, and like "videoav" said, it needs more color. Composition? there's nothing to be proud of. This looks totally amateurish.

I know that's really harsh, but it's true, and I'd hate to see you lose a paying gig over it. I'd go out to a golf course and re-do it. If they won't let you on the greens, go to another one, or just bring some clubs and stash your camera. Spend an hour and get some better shots...

Think about the "rule of thirds" for composition. When shooting outdoor scenery, it REALLY make's a difference.

good luck
 
rcbrown23,

Please go back and re-read my last post. I know the composition sucks. As far as your other comments, good call. Thanks for the feedback. That's why I posted it here first.

This one's going in the recycling bin. I'll post another after it's done tomorrow.
 
Houston Digital,

going to another course where you can have more access would be the best option. Then you can relax, probably early evening when there are less golfers, and shoot all kinds of shots with great natural light.

I'm shooting a promo video for a friend of mine who is a professional golfer looking for sponsorship and most of it looks good cause I've had unparalled access to the courses and his swing is PGA tour.

A tip I'd give you is take a scratch golfer with you and shoot him on the course for a couple shots. It enhances your shots. (if he has a great swing, that is..)
 
sonic freak said:
A tip I'd give you is take a scratch golfer with you and shoot him on the course for a couple shots. It enhances your shots. (if he has a great swing, that is..)
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That is some excellent advice. Nothing looks better on a beautiful course that a great golf shot!
 
John_Hudson said:
I'd shoot first thing at sunrise if possible (most courses are open at 5:30 ish ....)
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And if you can get the early morning misty look...wow!

...and a ball landing on a dew moistened green...makes me want to head out tomorrow...
 
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John_Hudson said:
I know

But it's a great game to get drunk while playing
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you got that right i'm coming over John with a case:Drogar-BigGrin(DBG) . hey i'm heading down your way in june for a couple of days for a feature i landed a small part in. anybody else in san diego up for some beers?
 
Blaine said:
And if you can get the early morning misty look...wow!

...and a ball landing on a dew moistened green...makes me want to head out tomorrow...
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Blaine you and i got go and party at Johns back yard and play few rounds whether he likes it or not.:Drogar-Evil(DBG): :Drogar-Evil(DBG):
 
am i the only one who thinks that that aspect ratio is completely alienating for a comerical? I would at most crop it to 16:9 if not 3:4
 
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