Chaz
by hanae

Comment:
This is a sharp, engaging image. I like the way you've composed this. The slight angle of the head. Looking a little over his shoulder. Not sure about the sword (? actually looks more like a fencing blade perhaps ?) as it's taking me away from the person, but without it this photo would have an entirely different feel. Hmmm. Anyway, well done overall. Good luck in the challenge.

Hat Boys
by boycottchapter27

Comment:
Were you hiding that camera in the department store? Looks like it. :D This is cute. I wish it had a little better quality on the technical side. It's a little soft and grainy. Very, very cute however. Did I already mention that? :) Good luck in the challenge.

Dark Angel
by Coley

Comment:
Somebody knows what they're doing. :D THIS is a portrait. Wonderful detail. This has been well thought out from the makeup (including a powdered nose) to the balanced lighting. Congrats on a job well done.

Somewhere Up There
by amjlt

Comment:
This is funny. Looks like he still has some serious bed head going on. :D As for the technical qualities, this is a bit too soft and the lighting seems a little harsh. JMO of course. Good luck in the challenge.

Oh My ~ Look at That
by ladpupmoe

Comment:
This is cute and fun to look at. Not sure how it really fits as a true portrait. You've done a nice job getting a solid range of black to white in this. Good luck in the challenge.

Diana
by ChasSourek

Comment:
Nice tonal range here. Focal point seems to be right on. I can't help but tilt my head to look at this. Not sure why, but it feels funny with her laying to the left - to the right would be more comfortable IMO. Good luck.

Curls Galore
by Nowaytotell

Comment:
This is cute. Lighting seems a little harsh making the photo seem a little flat (lacking depth in contrast). JMO of course. :) Good luck in the challenge.

Mr. Bramold Tot
by UNCLEBRO

Comment:
He has such a serious expression and I imagine those eyes are quite intense. If only we could see them better. :D Focus is sharp around the nose but falls off fast and the eyes are way too soft IMO. Good luck in the challenge.

facing the frost
by mimsydotes

Comment:
This is a tough one. I like what you were approaching here with the framing of the subject, but it feels awkward. Like I'd rather see more of his other eye, or not even a hint. I'd imagine you struggled with this because to frame it tighter would then come into his nose and mouth more. Hmmm. Glad it was you that had to decide! :D Other than that it's technically well done overall - maybe a touch warm on the cheek exposure wise. Good detail and clarity. Overall, well done. Good luck in the challenge.

After a visit to the museum
by mch_nz

Comment:
Wonderful character in this portrait. The painting helps I'm sure, but her eyes seem so serious, perhaps contemplative...beyond her years. Hard to explain I guess. Certainly an engaging photo. Nicely done. Good luck in the challenge.