Selfish Portrait III
by UNCLEBRO

Comment:
Good, strong and mysterious due to the ultra low key. Bumping up.

cold body in the road
by eirasi

Comment:
This is indeed one of the most dynamic images in this challenge. The sensation is of a man flying. Had you extended your arms it would have completed the effect, but yes, this was not the intent. That is just my flight of fancy.

I am more than pleased with the effect and the image fits and exceeds the challenge. Funny, I thought I had a good image and have been humbled after looking at all these outstanding images. Bumping up another notch.

Up close and personal
by arpita

Comment:
Beautiful eyes that reveal the deeper aspects of character. The low key effect works well because it places the emphasis on the white and the pupils. The dark tonal values accentuate the lips and lend a very pleasant contour to the nose. It is a lovely gaze. Bumping up.

Just me
by caba

Comment:
A very nice study because of the great facial expression. The dark background works great and the intensity could have been lifted higher by a shift in the gama adjustment. However, the composition is good and this alone deserves a bump.

Down there
by heida

Comment:
Impressive and strong image presentation. Meets and exceeds the challenge with a composition that displays great focus, clarity, artistic layout and above all a mood that weaves magic in the viewer. Bumping up.

blk
by Geocide

Comment:
A classic image and one of the more powerful efforts because the end results gives this image a very impressive graphical effect while maintaining full integrity. Indeed one of the most impressive images in this challenge. Bumping up.

My Muse and I
by Artyste

Comment:
A very good study which is bold and neat with exceptional good focus. The composition and framing are tops. Bumping up.

me10.jpg
by Sonda

Comment:
Since I have worked with many models I simply want to congratulate you on your superb features which lend themselves to many classical theme interpretations. I certainly hope that you look into the great potential that you posses. This is something you can take advantage of yourself. Keep bringing these nice images. This image is so endearing with the coy look that i am placing it in my favs. Like you have been told this image would have finished very high. It is ribbon quality.

I am also placing you on my favs photographers as I think you have a lot of talent for you appear to be searching. Nothing like a searcher with a good artistic eye.

Message edited by author 2005-02-17 16:19:08.

me&J.jpg
by Sonda

Comment:
A study with valuable substance as it well presents the concept of the coexistence of higher and lower life form. I would rather say different life forms. The effect is soft and the 3/4 face adds great interest. Good work.

The Ghost
by Fyzarl

Comment:
A great effect which rises to a work of art. The technique and excecution along with the lighting help in weaving this magical spell. Bumping up.