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| 62 |
May 19 |
Comment |
Hello Paul,
You are fortunate to live next to such a beautiful landscape! My landscapes are prairies, low lands, and swamps, unfortunately.
In your message about the image, you said you wanted to capture dynamic energy and that you did in the sky, the rocks, and movement of the water. I think the people in the photo add a valuable element of scale to balance and lessen some of the strong tension the feel of the image brings out.
I have to agree with Hattie; I struggle to get past the darkness. I like the dramatic sky but all three elements are dynamic (sky, rocks, water) so the tension is overly strong giving the photo an overly heavy feel. I would like to temper some of the drama in one of the elements to bring balance to the image. I say this because the people in the image don't seem to be too worried about being out on the water in the current elements so that tells me the dynamics might be a little on the strong side when looking at all the elements as one photograph.
I also would try to work on the tonality by not having everything dark, but to balance (dodge and burn) in light areas to help the image have more depth so the viewer can look Into the image and not At the image.
I hope this helps.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
May 26th |
| 62 |
May 19 |
Comment |
Your image is beautiful, Pandula, and your model is lovely!
The only thoughts I can give on this image is with the tonality.
Starting with the mirror in the original, I sense a lighter tone of color. In the original, I can see more detail on the lower right side of the mirror, and I can see more of the table top. My suggestion here is to lift the blacks/shadows to reveal more of those details. Unless the mirror is suspended seeing or perceiving a table top would complete the story by saying or implying she is sitting and admiring herself.
With regards to the model, I would also lift the shadows a touch. On her face by her ear, this area seems a little dark--hard to see detail. I also would like to see more detail in her dark sleeve to eliminate the impression the arm is coming out of the darkness--connect it to her body.
In the original, I can barely make out her skirt, but it appears that you may have chosen to crop it out of the black and white. I think seeing the elbow would complete an upper torso portrait for me.
Lastly, if I could see more detail in her hair in back would also be helpful to help hold my eye on this stunning subject--there appears in a tiny highlight from a softbox a comb or something in her hair so it would be nice to see a little detail there.
You have done a beautiful job, and you are well on your way to a beautiful portrait.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
May 26th |
| 62 |
May 19 |
Comment |
Great opportunity to capture this man's photograph, Gary. You have a nice diagonal going, and I think his hand gesture shows motion and I sense great thought is depicted on his face and in his eyes.
I am not a portrait photographer though I envy those that can add that element to their repertoire of photographic styles.
To start with, I see the specular highlights having an impact on your image; but nothing that can't be worked with. I did pull the image into LR and PS and if you take the time you can remove the bright spots on his head, knuckles, collar and a little bit in background. A little bit of shade would have helped this image but we don't always have the option when the opportunity knocks; nor is it easy to carry a pop-up reflector on our belt at all times--though I do have a friend that does :-).
Lastly, some thoughts on the perspective. What I have read about taking portraits online is to use caution when doing them from a bottom upwards camera angle. On one side of the theory this angle gives the person a more powerful look--I think this image has that emotion. But on the otherhand, if the chin is tipped downward you will get shadows in the cheek and jaw areas, and you also will be able to see up the persons nose especially if they have larger nostrils.
I think you captured a very memorable image here and I agree with everyone that the black and white version is my favorite.
Best regards,
LuAnn
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May 26th |
| 62 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I send my condolences to you, Hattie, with your loss of Tarzan. I just lost my cat, Samantha, who I have had for the same amount of time. They leave such a loving mark on our hearts--great companions.
I agree with what the gentlemen above have said; I, too like the black and white as it reduces the color distractions and the softness adds to the sentiment and story.
I agree, if this were my photo, I would darken the background some to emphasize the subjects to which that will draw the eye into the image.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
May 26th |
| 62 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I love the discussion on your image, Oliver!
I appreciate what Hattie had to say about photographing others art. I agree, we take photos of builds and yes that is someone elses talent be it art or skillful craft. Your photo is a compliment to the artist and you liked it enough to spend time in further appreciation of it. Unless the art is labeled not to be copied or photographed as they say in museums (no photography - private collection) then I wouldn't.
I did check out the internet to learn something about Graffiti Alley--here's what I found. "Graffiti Warehouse", a studio filled with street art, decided to locate its headquarters adjacent to the the alley in 2005 with the hope of converting the criminal backstreet into a painted haven for graffiti sprayers." Sounds like you found a great place to photograph Oliver!
It was taken from an interesting perspective. Incredible story of strength can be depicted from the face of nails, don't you think? The original brings to life the feeling of a person of color--literally with the vivid colors used and they also included the texture of their hair. I think the black and white shows better depth in the image even though it may not be the artists intent.
This is a tough one to critique for the above mentioned legalities noted. The B&W shows depth and the grit and texture, but the color shows perhaps the persons true personality with the vivid color which may be the whole reason for the art in the first place. This made for a great discussion.
I too agree with Oliver on Gary's landscape image. I too love the mood, the softness and angle of the image!
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