Elven Princess

Should improve the contrast Joe.

The contrast was intentional. I have this shot in a very clean and balanced look. I was just toying with the look being a little "mystical" due to the title and the cropping (her ear looks pointed - which gave me the idea.) But of course... thanks for the thought. I'll probably post the orginal today in a clean look.

I like your approach, with this photograph. The color of her lips and eyes are wonderful. The only thing that bothers me is on the right side the shadow of her other eye. Just my opinion!! (Thanks for your comments.)

I love the play on LOTR. She does look like an elven princess! I think this is a great picture, but would have to agree with the previous comment about the left eye, but then again, if the shadow was removed, it would look a little strange b/c the entire nose would still be present and it would like she didn't have another eye. Don't know how to improve that....but her expression is priceless.

Such wonderful observations! I didn't even notice that. Perhaps a slightly tighter crop could fix? Iw ill try it. Thanks!

Cool portrait...and the title fits it perfectly!