Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by Gringo:
Norman Rockwell is the first thing that popped into my head when I saw this. (Before I read the title). Great tones. Brilliant work as usual !!!
Composition is outstanding, detail is crisp, lighting perfect. Only one idea for improving this one, and I'm not sure if it is much of a big deal. The lead-line from the easel is drawing my eye down to the watch and pulling attention from your face. I think by removing the dark watch you could improve the over-all balance. The introduction of the electronics also gives this a time stamp to what would otherwise be a timeless portrait. 9-1/2

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by marbo:
This is really good except for just one thing, the wristwatch. Might just be me but my eye keeps getting drawn to the chunky watch. Still a 9.

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by nova:
My choice for Blue Ribbon. Great intensity in your stare; very much like the fact that you've added context by including the painting props. Desat (sepia?) works beautifully. Congrats on your "10".

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by bobdaveant:
You are by far one of the best on this site, I always look forward to your entries. This is a great capture and is in my top 3 to win, good luck.

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by Skip:
as always, excellent work. as i don't know squat about portraiture, i'm just going through the images, looking for what works and what doesn't. the lighting and composition are perfect, and the treatment is very well-suited. do hope you'll share your lighting set up with this is over. good luck!

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by tyt2000:
Great work as always Dan, good luck, hope you're feeling well!

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by Gallatin:
Nice shot, like your title

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by Mark:
this is really neat. I like the division of the photo made by the back of the easel. the expresssion is wonderfull

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by parrothead:
I love it! great homage to a wonderful artist. I know that you said "not rockwell", but I would have like color? Thats my only nit pik. 8

Not Rockwell
by graphicfunk

Comment by alien2thisworld:
Composition: 7
Technical: 7, Great focus and I like the sepia coloration
Appeal: 6
Challenge: 8
Overall Calculated Average Score: 7, good creative effort