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decided to go to Blists hill to try out my flash and diffuser, as willing models Smile

mind theres a good reason i dont do portraits, or mono, cos i'm hopeless at them. i've enable mods and would appreciate any tips.

Thanks for looking, lesley Smile

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Title:A new venture
Username:cassiecat cassiecat
Uploaded:24 Apr 2012 - 6:56 AM
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susanbarton
susanbarton (e2 Member)
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24 Apr 2012 - 7:02 AM
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This is a great portrait! It looks as if you caught him be surprise and he is not posing but looks surprised and anoyed by your intrusion

Susan

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canonfan
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24 Apr 2012 - 7:06 AM
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A fine portrait
Jim

phil99
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24 Apr 2012 - 7:12 AM
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He does look rather annoyed but your conversion is spot on ....Phil

WhiteRose1
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24 Apr 2012 - 7:24 AM
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Is that his 'serious' face Grin. Certainly doesn't look hopeless to me. A good pose, surrounded by all his paraphernalia, and well-suited to the mono conversion.

Dave

RLF
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24 Apr 2012 - 7:37 AM
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Terrific lighting here.
Great shot and well processedGrin

paskinmj
24 Apr 2012 - 7:49 AM
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Great character study.
Matt

Richsr
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24 Apr 2012 - 8:52 AM
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A good portrait capture Lesley, for me the colour version works best but only just
Regards Richard

mex
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24 Apr 2012 - 9:00 AM
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v2 for me cracking portrait.
cheers phil.

NDODS
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24 Apr 2012 - 9:18 AM
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A great portrait of the highest quality, my vote goes to the colours version simply because my eye wants to roam deeper.

Regards Nathan

Briwooly
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24 Apr 2012 - 9:28 AM
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Like them both Lesley nothing wrong with your conversion


Brian...........................

Cor
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24 Apr 2012 - 9:49 AM
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V2 on top. Very well taken SmileSmileSmile
Cor

SlowSong
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24 Apr 2012 - 9:54 AM
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This is top notch Lesley. Really nicely done. I think I like the colour version best as we can see more detail but the colours are muted so don't intrude.
Chris

ChiliMan
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24 Apr 2012 - 12:24 PM
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Quote: This is a great portrait! It looks as if you caught him be surprise and he is not posing but looks surprised and anoyed by your intrusion

Susan

I totally agree with this, Ccat. The expression captured is so natural and unposed.

I have to say I prefer the colour version here 'cos I love the 'old' colour of those prints hanging behind him Smile

The white of the mug looks a bit bright but that's minor.

A.
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TrevBatWCC
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24 Apr 2012 - 12:41 PM
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He looks a bit mean! But it's an excellent portrait, Lesley, and I wouldn't want to try to modify it Wink Think both versions work well, but V2 just wins it for me Smile
Trev Smile

Last Modified By TrevBatWCC at 24 Apr 2012 - 12:42 PM
Daisymaye
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24 Apr 2012 - 3:38 PM
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A great portrait Lesley. Very natural............Sandy

Lillian
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24 Apr 2012 - 3:49 PM
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Going for the mono Lesley a beautifully portrayed Portrait shot
Lillian

AnnChown
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24 Apr 2012 - 5:19 PM
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I prefer the colour - probably because there isn't too much colour, if that makes sense!! I think it's a great portrait.
Ann

MalcolmS
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24 Apr 2012 - 6:51 PM
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Prefer the colour version Lesley, seems to have abit more about it

Malcolm

saltireblue
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24 Apr 2012 - 8:10 PM
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Looks like you caught him on a bad day, judging by the serious expression, Lesley!
I've done a mod to try to bring out a litle more facial detail and the sleeve and mug seemed blown. Not sure if it works, though. It has a slight blue tint that didn't show up on my screen before I uploaded itSad
The original in colour is very good though, with the colour of his face matching the paper bags behind him!

Malc

Last Modified By saltireblue at 24 Apr 2012 - 8:16 PM
cassiecat
25 Apr 2012 - 4:53 PM
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thanks for the mod malc, yours has more detail in it than mine.lesley Smile

Ade_Osman
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26 Apr 2012 - 8:45 AM
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You & me both, but I think you've done well with this, especially converting it to mono....

Ade

debu
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26 Apr 2012 - 10:32 AM
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A couple of good captures.
debu

RockArea
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26 Apr 2012 - 5:40 PM
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I'm joining with those who are for the colour version, whether that's due to a difference in quality or just my personal preference, I couldn't say. I do like the expression you've caught.

David

twelvemegs
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26 Apr 2012 - 6:36 PM
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I like both versions Lesley, well done.

David

derekhansen
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27 Apr 2012 - 9:15 PM
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Nearly missed this Lesley. A very fine portrait and I particularly like the mono. The framing/comp is excellent and the sitter is totally engaging the viwer,
Derek

Alan_Coles
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2 May 2012 - 2:28 PM
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I don't do them either but if I did I would be happy with this. Tongue

RonnieAG
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2 May 2012 - 5:36 PM
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Think I'm out on a limb here, Lesley, as I much prefer the B and W version: a very natural pose and surprised expression.
I am no use at portraiture so would not dare offer any further comment or suggestion other than to say I think you have done a pretty fine job of this shot.
Regards,
Ronnie.

BURNBLUE
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2 May 2012 - 5:51 PM
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A strong looking mono Lesley.

Last Modified By BURNBLUE at 2 May 2012 - 5:52 PM
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