I wanted to share this image because it was an interesting learning experience. While there are aspects of this photo that I enjoy, there are definitely parts that I would do differently. I’m happy with the direction of the main light source, which was a Canon Speedlight placed to the right and slightly behind the subject at a 45 degree angle. I’m not okay with the overall framing of this image and the way that the flash is visible in the frame as well as the poorly used space in the left 1/4 of the frame. I like the low point of view and how close the viewer feels (spatially) to the subject. I chose a slower shutter speed and captured a little bit of motion blur with the fast moving subject, I think that was successful. I also chose to have the flash slightly brighter than the exposure value of the ambient light, which created a darker and more dramatic background.
The most important thing to remember is to keep experimenting and trying new ideas and processes!
Tech info: This image was made with a Canon EOS 5D, 15mm lens, 1/160, f2.8, ISO 250.