evan
by lahulfman

Comment by Jutilda:
Nice pose. I even like the rather harsh lighting. He looks like a rock singer! Great hair.

kc 1
by lahulfman

Comment by jenesis:
This is a killer shot. Love the perspective, the colors and textures are pleasing and she's stunning.

edwina
by lahulfman

Comment by Structor:
This is a really good portrait, good lighting.

Maori Tane
by lahulfman

Comment by xianart:
Critique Club

Hi, my name is Christian; I̢۪m from the critique club, and WOOHOO! I love this image. As I said when I commented on it during voting. So...

The subject works very well, serious, beautiful, yet not threatening. Rather than a possible arrogance which could be shown in the face of a traditional warrior, there is instead dignity, wisdom and gravitas. A hint of sorrow?

The focus on the eyes is superb, with a detail and limpidity that make them seem truly alive.

The composition works very well; the tight crop really insisting we look into the subject̢۪s eyes, making the connection. The lines of the tattoo bring you in and through to the eyes, on an unending loop. Which I̢۪m sure was the original intent in traditional facework like this. The lines of the tattoo themselves are lovely, and they work in such harmony with his face.

The tones work well, a full tonal range, leaning toward the contrasty. Very nice indeed.

While some may have not agreed with the green cast, I find it quite effective. Despite his overwhelming humanity, the green does separate him, make him slightly otherworldly. Monumental.

Well done indeed. Would I change anything? No.

If you have any questions, please pm me.

Cheers,

C.

p.s. i gave you a 9 in voting

Message edited by author 2006-09-14 19:52:32.

maori 1
by lahulfman

Comment by Jutilda:
The lightings enhance his wonderful face. This is wonderful.

sleeping in
by lahulfman

Comment by CalliopeKel:
Well lit and shot. Cute.

sunset silhouette
by lahulfman

Comment by sherpet:
This is very pleasing to the eye and I like it as it just says to me, that this is a quiet time, and please enjoy the peace and etillness of the night.

wheat
by lahulfman

Comment by sherpet:
I really love this composition, and this is my kind of shot.....
The colors are magical together, and love the contrast of the softness of the wheat, against the stark blue sky.....

Maori Tane
by lahulfman

Comment by jaredldr:
I gave you a 7 during voting. I wish I would have had time to go back through for a second viewing as I would have definitly bumped this up to at least a 9. Very well done IMO.

Maori Tane
by lahulfman

Comment by Pug-H:
I thought the green tone was apt, but I couldn't figure why until I read your descriptipn. Tiki!