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Jim Greenfield
{K:5172} 6/12/2006
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I think this is a great image that would accompany an article in an entertainment magazine. It shows personality. The shading does ephasize the asymmetry of his face. Maybe that's what makes it interesting to view. The reflected light in his eyes makes this successful as well.
To anyone reading this, a little sparkle on the eye REALLY enhances a portrait. It makes the person look alive. This can be achieved outdoors as well with a fill flash. It also reduces shadows in the eye sockets.
I am on the fence about the levels on this one. The darkness is effective but on the other hand, he shows up better with the adjustments done by Clive. Maybe meet in the middle
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Andrew Caldwell
{K:18307} 6/12/2006
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I actually find the gray-heaviness to be purposeful and works well for me. I like the mid-speech capture here, giving an energetic spontaneity that is often lacking in so many portraits. There also seems to be a slight distortion that one usually gets from being close to the subject, and this makes the shot feel psychologically CLOSE. Fine work, Jay.
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Clive Carter
{K:8603} 6/11/2006
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Jay, As an "In your face" portrait :-) This really isn't all that bad but IMHO it is too grey.
Some adjustment is required in an editor to get the tonal range better. If you use photoshop try using levels and or curves. On this Image I used "Light Zone" which is available on a 30 day trial basis. I find it is easier to use in some instances than PS. Zone mapper was all that I used, what do you think?
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Light Zone zone mapper to adjust tones. |
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