Nina’s verdict

Paul had a good understanding of his Canon camera and just need a little help with finding the best spots for the best light, and building up a rapport with people to get good portraits. He’s put everything he’s learned together here for a deserved Shot of the Day. Shooting at f/2.8 for group shots like this is fine if, as we’ve done here, the family are all positioned together on same focal plane. The flowers in the foreground add some colour, and a hint of birch in the background adds to the scene. Getting the family in tight together and in a triangle shape really makes this shot. Well done!