Playing with fire
by aKiwi

Comment by srbrubaker:
But the photo really wasn't lit with this flame. And I wish it were.

This is gonna hurt
by aKiwi

Comment by graphicfunk:
Great action image with colors that sing out. Congratulations on your 15th finish.

Playing with fire
by aKiwi

Comment by Skip:
i don't know anything about portraiture, so i'm using your image to try to figure out what i think i would or wouldn't do in this situation, as well as what i notice and get out of your image.

while i find your flame to be a bit harsh, it does work nicely with how well you've lit and composed the rest of the image. my eye makes a full circle within the frame, from the flame to your eyes to your ear, then around the collar back to the flame. the high contrast between you and the background are strong, leaving the range of tonalities in your face to bring out your character. you really have captured your personal intensity within your eyes. this is a solid effort. thanks for sharing! good luck!

Playing with fire
by aKiwi

Comment by Gallatin:
Nice in B&W

Playing with fire
by aKiwi

Comment by graphicfunk:
Returning for comment:
A very good portrait with a somber expression and that look of concentration. The lighting adds to its dramatic feel. Bumping up.

This is gonna hurt
by aKiwi

Comment by totaldis:
I hope you didn't plan this(your) child to fall. His unhappy face says you may have. I like it!

This is gonna hurt
by aKiwi

Comment by srbrubaker:
Fun and colorful action photo.

Playing with fire
by aKiwi

Comment by whiteroom:
you gonna wet your bed!

This is gonna hurt
by aKiwi

Comment by MyDayStrong:
He looks ready for the impact. He's hardly phased.

This is gonna hurt
by aKiwi

Comment by phreakon:
I just love this picture.