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Old 01-27-2009, 01:43 AM
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Hi guys and girls.

Long time no see. Inspired by a portrait of Brad Pitt, I wanted to do something similar. This photo is shot almost over-exposured and then converted to black and white in Photoshop. It looks a little unatural, but I like it!

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Old 01-27-2009, 01:50 AM
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I love the very strong contrast in this photo.
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Old 01-27-2009, 01:50 AM
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This is GREAT!!! it is like a movie star shot!!!
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Old 01-27-2009, 02:42 AM
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very dramatic - high contrast and yet very subtle in a unique way .. excellent capture
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