Men In Black Agent
by
Joey LawrenceComment by LeeD: **Critique Club**
Initial Impression: I'm not qualified to critique this shot.
Detailed analysis: Joey, you have to know this is a spectacular shot and a well deserved ribbon. Your talent stretches well above and beyond my own and I'm twice your age! Your comments just further prove your creativity and ability to make the most of a situation.
Since this is supposed to be a critique, I'll give it my best shot... here goes.
The composition is spot on and I love the dramatic lighting. Your light position helps draw attention to the fog and casts very strong shadows on your profile to give a very dark and mysterious feel. There were comments on the patch of green grass, but personally I like it. It adds to the MIB realism... On a surreal, mysterious case in a very real environment. The polka dots on the tie don't exactly fit, but it's a detail that becomes lost in the otherwise flawless execution.
Overall Impression: Excellent shot, well thought out and executed. Well deserved ribbon!
I normally end my critiques here, but I wanted to add a side note in your case. When I first became more active in DPC, there was much talk about this young prodigy with a very "grunge" look. After a while your "style" became very obvious and I also noticed that many were trying to mimic the style. It's nice to see that lately you seem to have evolved to shoot images that are "outside" of your proverbial box. This image, although dark, contains none of the trademark "Joey grunge" and your destinations ribbon winner is incredibly colorful. I'm not sure if this is the beginning of some type of transition in your life, but it is very refreshing to see you evolve and develop as a very talented artist. As you continue to develop and grow as a photographer and videographer, I wish you great success.
-Lee
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