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Just Me
jerowe


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Challenge: Self Portrait V (Advanced Editing IV)
Camera: Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT
Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC for Canon
Location: Home Studio
Date: Nov 4, 2006
Aperture: f/11
ISO: 100
Shutter: 1/125th
Galleries: Portraiture, Self Portrait
Date Uploaded: Nov 4, 2006

 When trying to think of a way to capture myself, i had to think of what my true character is. I'm a fairly serious person, but i really like to cut up and have fun. the backwards hat was my way of portraying the fun, youthful side of me, but the darkness showing my serious side, which can get me in trouble sometimes. i hope you like it.

shot w/ my new background set and alienbee umbrella/strobe unit

post processing:
raw conversion
multiple layer adjustments
black and white conversion
square crop
dodge/burn
canvas resize twice for border

Statistics
Place: 64 out of 193
Avg (all users): 5.9588
Avg (commenters): 6.9048
Avg (participants): 5.8611
Avg (non-participants): 6.0252
Views since voting: 855
Views during voting: 434
Votes: 267
Comments: 23
Favorites: 0

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AuthorThread
 11/18/2006 07:51:47 PM
Greetings from the Critique Club: I have been assigned your photo to critique and here are my thoughts:

Personal Reaction: I liked this a lot and it was helpful to see your comments on the photo. With the backwards cap and your bare chest and shoulders, it looks a bit like a swim team photo.

Composition: Good composition; eyes just below center line; face offset; negative space around your head. All these elements seem to work well.

Technicals: Hard to find fault with much. There is a slight halo beside your ear but it’s a minor minor thing. Focus on the eyes is very good.

Conclusions: You were trying for a “whimsical intensity” and you nailed it. Good job!

As always, this is my personal opinion. Feel free to PM me if you’d like further dialog.
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
11/11/2006 08:57:51 PM
Cool! I like the intense look and the light in your eyes. But what puts it over the top for me are the freckles. :-)
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 11/11/2006 04:47:03 PM
coming back for a comment, and now I see this pic is worth more than I voted in the first place. bumping up because of your freckles and the pretty b/w!
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 11/10/2006 10:47:57 PM
this is spooky yet flavored with nostalgia. how did you make yourself young again? 8
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 11/10/2006 06:23:29 PM
Is 1977 the year you were born in? If so, cool element to use in the photo.
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 11/10/2006 12:06:57 PM
Excellent b&w conversion, it really brings out a lot of character very nicely. Great job!
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 11/09/2006 12:07:30 PM
Very good !
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 11/08/2006 11:03:51 PM
You nailed the light and there is really good tonal range! Composition is good too. Great work!
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 11/08/2006 02:56:20 PM
I like this. The light color of the eyes stands out well. I'm glad you did not go the route of removing all color in the picture except the eyes.
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 11/07/2006 07:42:37 PM
Nice lighting. Good use of the frame.
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 11/07/2006 02:36:15 PM
did anyone ever tell you, you look like Wayne Rooney
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 11/07/2006 08:48:18 AM
Wonderful. The best in the group. I'd try slightly lighter and more contrasty skin tones, but like it as is. Beautiful work on the eyes. Love the hat.
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 11/06/2006 06:25:22 PM
Love your freckles. It seems just a touch OOF on your face, and more sharp on the embroidery of the hat. I might play with contrast or levels a smidge, but I like the earnestness of it. 7
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 11/06/2006 03:57:41 PM
Great sense of determination and very astute gaze. A well captured image with perfect catchlights. Bump.
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 11/06/2006 09:44:09 AM
I love your freckles! Really nice photo.
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 11/06/2006 02:42:49 AM
Well done..
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 11/06/2006 12:35:55 AM
this is great!! 9
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 11/05/2006 07:42:37 PM
Clarity and focus are amazing. The BW used here is excellent.
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 11/05/2006 03:55:15 PM
so-so.. lighting is uninspiring on this image. 5
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 11/05/2006 06:13:41 AM
I would have liked this one more if you had cropped closer to your face :o) good luck
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 11/05/2006 02:52:34 AM
Cool set up and crop on this one.....
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 11/05/2006 01:40:52 AM
That would make you 29. Really nice processing on this. Great focus on the eyes. A bit soft yet bullyish.
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 11/05/2006 12:31:59 AM
Very well done!
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