by Chilibean

Comment by Makka:
Excellent self portrait. I may have liked to have seen slightly more contrast than what you added but that's just me. It'd just be nice to see the blacks (especially the eye liner) to be a lot darker. It's a fantastic crop that you've used. Well done!

by Chilibean

Comment by Louis:
In response to your request for a comment on this photograph:

Overall, this is a great self-portrait, all the more so because I suspect you've taken it hand-held (forgive me if I'm wrong). I like the nice tight focus on your face, and the frank look you've managed. Sometimes, cutting off portions of the anatomy doesn't work, such as the top of your head there, but it's not so much of a distraction for me here. It all works quite well.

Effective lighting is probably the most important factor in portrait photography. There are tons of people at this site who know loads more about it than I do, but I think you've managed to capture a self-portrait with fairly effective light, which gives it an overall soft quality that satisfies. The catchlights in your lovely eyes are a great addition. A great image, congratulations.

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by rick13601:
As a kitty kat fan, I have a tendacy to vote higher for such subjects. This photo meets the challenge well. The title is appropriate. Some voters may not be cat fans. Check out this link and rule #38: Gudie to DPC

by Chilibean

Comment by sevilduvarci:
nice portrait, the eyes look great.

by Chilibean

Comment by ShannonLee:
pretty eyes!! nice close up~

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by die2board:
I'm not a cat fan but nice contrast and subject composition

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by timfythetoo:
Nice pet portrait. Personally I would have prefered to see some more color in the kittys eyes. I think the color would have enhanced the black and white all around. I am not one of those who insisted on absolutely no color in the pic.

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by sevilduvarci:
the focus and clarity is great. i like the contrast, 10.

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by ltlmschrisss:
I would like this more if he/she was in focus more so you can see the defind hairs.

Tuxedo Cat
by Chilibean

Comment by holiday:
love it