Relaxed

I did some "improvised studio" work a few weeks ago. The only light

sources available were 100 W bulb, 40 W bulb and small neon. For

various reasons, I almost had to guess exposure (read technical notes

if you're interested).

 

I never made studio shots myself before (I saw pros doing it a few

times, though) and I recognize that these were terrible conditions.

Yet, some results (as the picture above) seem OK. I'd like to have

your feelings about it. Comments on what could have been done better

(given the equipement I had) would be appreciated, too. Thanks to all.

I think in many ways you did an excellent job with what was at hand. The shadow in her near eye socket is a bit unattractive, but it seems more of a character portrait than a glamour shot, yes?

To me you show a well developed sense of photograhic asthetic. Possibly unencumbered by the technical details many so called photographers get far too caught up in.

I like the look and feel of this photo. A little more light on the face would have helped -- her eyes are very interesting and I would have liked to see more of them.

Good contrast & detail in the hair & shirt. The cam level is good, with a good posture subject. You have caught the face at a complimentary angle & the tones are even on the face. The dark shadow in the corner of the eye nearest the viewer is the only flaw that I can see. I think if you had moved the light that throws the glint in the white of that eye more too the right, then it may have avoided the shadow, and moved the glint into the pupil at the same time. Very relaxed & natural portrait.

Well done!

What a catch. Cool expression, doesn't look too posed. I really like this shot.

Very 1930's. I like it.

Somehow it reminds me of older black and white films! Very nice! :)

A very good overall impression, altough looking better, in this kind of studio portrait, the shadows should be a bit more controlled. i.e. the nose shadow should not interfere with lips. Anyhow, the first imprression is what counts more, and I love this kind of classic lighted portraits. I love how you positioned the subject and the subject is also very well choosen. I like a lot your work as well, generally.