Pow Wow Dancer 2001

I keep wondering if I'm on the right track...

Jim - For my money you're most definately on the right track ! Love the expression, tonality, choice of film, (or PS colors)...I'd say the top and right hand borders are a little abrupt, which makes my eye focus on those areas, (right after I look at the kids eyes that is)- you might want to consider fading or darkening those areas ?

 

Just personal taste methinks, but I'm not sure your choice of frame does much for the image (i.e. the red/brown border) - not sure what to suggest in it's place though (plain white or plain off-white frame instead ?)

 

Nice work !

I am compelled to critique two photos so far tonight and both are yours. In comparison to your B&W Carter, this image, while very pleasing, lacks the snap of the Carter piece. I think you would benefit by adding some highlights to the wolf's face (left side of frame)to match the dancer's facial highlights, and perhaps you could add some highlights to the left collar also. As is, my eyes retain transfixed on the dancers eyes, and I don't get the benefit of my eye wandering across the wonderful wolfs head which should be an important part of this image. Also, you have "framed" the subject with abrupt dark area which could benefit from a little more gradual blend of light and dark. Another very interesting image.

An excellent portrait Jim.

Excellent. Love the tonal range and expression. Wonderful

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