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Watermill - portrait - E-M5 + 75mm

Started Apr 21, 2014 | Photos thread
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Re: Watermill - portrait - E-M5 + 75mm
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dustpuppy wrote:

Like the overall concept and would modify a few elements to suit my eye (YMMV).

His face is exposed a bit hot and he seems to be squinting, perhaps looking at a brightly lit area. If that was the case, I'd have had him look in another direction or keep his eyes closed unitl the shot.

I'd open the lens to blur the waterwheel more. He'd pop more against a pretty busy background while I suspect it would still be identifiable. This is, of course, a 75 strong suit.

Would change his shirt color so something not earth-tonish, maybe a soft blue or green.

Would have him move to his right to not chop off his arm at the shoulder. better to not do this at a joint.

In sum, as a vacation snapshot it's just fine but as a formal portrait or fashion shot, it calls out for more control of several elements.

Cheers,

Rick

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