The Hardest Shot- Self Portrait
This was the first time I sat down to purposely do a self portrait and I don't know what everyone else thinks, but this was just plain tough.
Every different attempt, every move of my head, every expression, just felt as if the image wasn't capturing who I feel I am.
There were plenty of pics where I felt too pretentious, too serious, not expressive enough to make what I thought was an interesting shot.
It wasn't until I just sat back, relaxed and rested my hands on my head that I felt I had it at least close to what the image should project.
I'm still learning, practicing and loving photography. I should have better self portraits to come...
8 responses
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Bruce Miller gave props (19 Sep 2009):
Good portrait, nicely light
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Kathleen Mercado said (19 Sep 2009):
Oh...It's terrific! Beautiful light, expression and feeling. A favorite:)
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Lynne Macgregor gave props (20 Sep 2009):
great portrait!
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Bruce Baker gave props (20 Sep 2009):
This is a good one, Mike. Like your decision to use the side light. Adds an air of "mystery".
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Mike Melnotte said (20 Sep 2009):
If I'm anything at all Bruce, it's an International Man of Mystery. Austin Powers has nothing on me! :)
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Lucy Mills said (20 Sep 2009):
I think that this is a WONDERFUL self portrait.. I too have difficulty when trying to do photos of " Self "..
But you masterfully carried it off.. -
Mindy Mcgregor gave props (26 Sep 2009):
Wonderful portrait, the lighting and the tones are excellent!
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Rupert Hitchcox gave props (26 Sep 2009):
Great self Portrait, love the lighting
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