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Message: <blockquote data-quote="alpel4770" data-source="post: 87504" data-attributes="member: 11485">This is my first DSLR and hopefully the start of something I've wanted to pursue for a long while.  I eventually would like to compose more artistic photos, but right now, I'm concentrating on photographing the dogs and puppies I work with.  I bought a D600 and although it's probably more than what I need to start with, I wanted something that I use right away but that would grow with me as I learn more.  That said, I know I have a whole lot to learn and appreciate any feedback anyone has to offer.  Most of our training during the winter takes place inside a not so very well lit training room or an old school with about the same lighting.  Natural light shines in through some windows and there are some fluorescent lights, but overall the lighting seems to stink.  I would prefer to learn how to shoot without a flash because it's can be distracting to the puppies.  I am also still trying to figure out how to minimize red eye and still be able to catch the action I'm looking for.  I think I'm getting better, but one thing I'm having trouble with is how to get the dog's dark muzzle to stand out against a dark bite sleeve when the dog is biting in a way that the decoy's body creates a shadow.  Aside from using a flash, what settings can I manipulate that would help the dog's muzzle stand out against the equipment?  I've included a picture as an example and will try to upload some more to my gallery ...once I figure all that out.  Thanks to all in advance for any assistance![ATTACH]20041[/ATTACH]Nikon D600; Nikkor 80-200mm at 80mm; f 2.8 at 1/200; ISO 5000; Exposure Comp. +2.0EV; Matrix Metering; WB Auto 1,0,M1.Hopefully that's the correct information I should include!</blockquote>

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