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Old 12-29-2009, 01:09 PM
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Took this shot using soft box lighting to left of camera and a white foam reflector bouncing light back from right. Shot at 250th sec. @ F11, then colour desaturated in CS3 using channel mixer. Any critique of the composition and lighting of this shot greatly appreciated.

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Old 12-29-2009, 06:10 PM
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My first thought was to crop it down so the white behind the guys head was gone.
Maybe sharpen up his eyes for some added sparkle. Cite photo!!!
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Old 12-29-2009, 06:20 PM
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I'm no expert Shaun. I just love great portrait shots that convey feeling, and this qualifies. Triffic. PAUL
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I agree with both posters above. Very cool candid shot. I love the emotion in the faces. I wouldn't mind seeing a color version as well. Good job.
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