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Originally Posted by jiminyClickit
But when this program reshapes jaw/cheek lines and changes the distance between eyes, it's no longer a portrait: it's an advertising gimmick in search of "perfection.". The choice is ethical, between honest portrayal of a distinct person, or a manipulated image. There's a place for each, as long as it's understood which is being presented. Your understanding of lighting, composition, angle of head and shoulders, rapport during shoot, soft or hard focus will be more likely to produce results that garner praise than any artificial repairs.
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The program itself is an interesting concept, the ability to mould the actual facial structure, etc, is interesting in it's own right. It seems to be good technology because it seems to work well and doesn't seem to cause unwanted distortion per se. If it works for you, then great.
However, personally I'm kind of shocked to think that a program would be developed so a person could be reshaped to fit the idea of "perfection". I mean, it seems to take away from the person. I'd much rather a picture look like me, even if it's not runway/airbrushed gorgeous. Kind of like photographic plastic surgery. But hey, that's just me... but I'm also notoriously fickle about getting the shot in camera.
That said, FredSpencer, is there any chance you'd be willing to show us a before and after that you've done using this product? It would be interesting to see. And of course, as always, Welcome
