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What a look! Love his wrinkled forehead and those eyes!

Beautiful portrait! Ivana

superbly moody ........great photo..........

A very remarkable expression, Janis! Best regards, Ruud.

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such a serious expression. very crisp b/w. great light on face with perfect shadow fall off to the right. good catchlight in the eyes as well. good portrait work. regards, J.K.

Really excellent portrait! This is a priceless expression you've captured and it will intrigue and stay alive for years. It's obvious (at least to me) when a special moment is caught and this screamed out to me as one of those special moments. I just want to know this kid, and what he's like and what was on his mind at the time.

 

I hate even to bring this up (but this is, after all, a critique forum, so I will). His ear seems a bit whiter than the rest of his face. Do you think toning it down just a bit would make for a more organic look? Truly a minor technical point in the face of a wonderfully expressive and extremely well executed portrait.

I appreciate any constructive criticism. Now all I see is "Ear", and "Collar"!

It really does seem to be a little brighter.

Thanks Fred for your honesty.

J