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kokupsy_un morita
{K:2651} 4/14/2006
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wonderful portrait.
composition and harmony of tone is splendid.
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Roberto Arcari Farinetti
{K:209486} 3/31/2006
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weell weelll weelllll..
i like it george!
roby
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George Black
{K:102014} 3/30/2006
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Thanks, Mark, and welcome back. I'll be away next week, and I'll return feeling a little guilt about not commenting. At least, it's a self-imposed ritual--and a most(ly) enjoyable one. Yeah, this shot was completely candid. When I get back, I intend to post a more formal version and the orginal. It's hard to know how much is too much, and this version probably qualifies as a silk purse. ;-)
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Mark Mahar
{K:3233} 3/30/2006
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George, the lighting and tones in this portrait are awesome. I really like the angle you chose as well. It's avery nice portrait. I might crop a little more at the top and I wish that we could see a better of view of this gentleman's eyes. Did you consider having him remove his glasses or was this a candid shot? Overall I rate it high. Sorry I have not been around for awhile, I'm trying to get back to posting and commenting. Looks like you've been very busy!
Cheers, my friend. -mm
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Mark Sherman
{K:15669} 3/30/2006
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feels more thoughtful, everything that is needed and nothing that isn't.
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Mary Slade
{K:40338} 3/29/2006
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Great capture. Skin tone, hair and eyes so real like his deep thoughts will ooze out. A timeless classical portrait.
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Don Loseke
{K:32503} 3/29/2006
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Nice light and portrait. Don.
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drilan P drilan
{K:12030} 3/28/2006
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Je suis déçu lorsque j'ouvre la petite image, trop «piquante» c'est mieux dans photoshop en format «réel»
...n'en tenez pas compte
drilan
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drilan P drilan
{K:12030} 3/28/2006
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Cher George, je ne disais pas que j'avais fait un Karsh, loin de là, je ne pouvais quand même pas ajouter un parapluie pour lui éclairer l'épaule arrière :)
mais voilà! puisqu'il le faut
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George Black
{K:102014} 3/28/2006
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Thanks, John. Those elements are a dim reminder of the original background--a very busy lattice panel. When I do as much work on a picture as on this one, I am never quite sure when to stop. This was taken in a little cafe, and I wanted to hint at the fact that it wasn't a studio shot. Your point is well taken, though. Thanks . . .
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Dave Stacey
{K:150877} 3/28/2006
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Excellent tones and lighting, George! A very good portrait of your friend in a thoughtful mood.
Dave.
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George Black
{K:102014} 3/28/2006
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Drilan, I would be happy to see it. I have always admired Karsh's distinctive style and technical excellence.
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drilan P drilan
{K:12030} 3/28/2006
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C'est un beau portrait, mais je crois, puisque vous le demandez, qu'il manque un grain de contraste; et puisque quelqu'un le compare à Karsh, je crois que c'est ce qu'il aurait fait. Je me suis permis (je n'aime pas ça) de le faire et je le garde ici et si vous le voulez je l'envoie...sinon je le jette.
amicalement, drilan
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AJ Miller
{K:49168} 3/28/2006
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It's an excellent portrait with perfect lighting. Since this was intended for CC, may I point out the dimples in the wall above your friend's forehead - I find these just a little distracting. (Actually, I'd have pointed this out anyway, as I'm sure you know!)
John
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Larry Quigley
{K:12887} 3/28/2006
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Wonderful lighting on this, George. Great choice of B&W. Reminds me of a Karsh. Well done! Larry
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j esford
{K:13518} 3/28/2006
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beautiful light George, don't know how you did it in the studio, but glad you did! B&W medium really produces a classic piece. Thanks for sharing such an inspiring portrait...
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Linda Imagefree
{K:72276} 3/28/2006
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An excellent DOF!! You really captured the essence of the mood, the feeling is so serious here, and almost sad...great, great tones, nice lighting and clarity, the details are wonderful, I think you did a great job with this George!! Hugs!!
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Melanie Schembri
{K:1531} 3/28/2006
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very intimate and still, really like the way the light works on the face - i think the choice of black and white is excellent since it highlights the good qualities of the portrait
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Larry Fosse
{K:66493} 3/28/2006
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I won't presume to know enough about natural light work to speak authoritatively...however I find the highlights & detail to be as good as they can get...excellent image of your friend...he sould be pleased.
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vanessa shakesheff
{K:68840} 3/28/2006
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Lovely portrait shot ..nice contrast and tone ..love the pose and expression ..really lost in his thoughts.like it very much ..nessa
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