Yet another flash assignment is due tomorrow. This time, it is the “blending” technique (also known as 2nd curtain sync). Its a great tool to have if you want to convey a sense of motion in a dark situation and still keep your main subjects in focus.
At first, I tried to shoot the Society for Creative Anachronism practicing in Peace Park. But, it was still a bit too light outside so the technique was not working too well. I tried shooting again this evening at the Cherry Street Artisan during their Latin Dance Night. This time, i think the technique worked a lot better. What do you think?
Tracy Ell, left, helps Matthew Schurwanz, right, practice a sword technique known as the “onside flat snap” Monday, April 20, 2009 at Peace Park in Columbia, MO. Both men are members of the Society for Creative Anachronism, a group dedicated to re-creating 17th century European arts and skills.
Van Beasley, left, practices her salsa dancing skills with Elmo Overton, right, during Latin Dance Night at the Cherry Street Artisan in Columbia, MO Wednesday, April 22, 2009.
