Marta (view larger)

Dear photographers, many thanks for viewing, rating and

comments. Kind regards. hen Ry

I am uploading my preference for your image for your consideration using the rule-of-thirds as my guide.  I straightened the horizontal in the background which tilted her body instead.  I had to add some visual info to make this work.  An intriguing model full of vulnerability and feeling a bit off kilter (suggested by the tilted horizon line). Very nice soft lighting on her face giving good 3-D modeling of her features.  Good tonality overall. It appears you wanted less hair covering her chest so you used the clone tool to make it go away--only somewhat successful. I believe it is better to hold up a mirror to the model so she can adjust her hair herself, as you direct her, to give you what you want to see at the time of capture.  Some models are okay with the photographer coming up and lifting the hair and displaying it as desired--but when in doubt, be conservative so you don't invade her personal space.  I hope this is helpful.  Good luck.

Here is a larger version without the grid.

Many thanks for your long comment and your ideas/work to make a better photo of this one. I agree full with you! You have seen the potential of this photo. The first time I have here used the burn and dodge more than normal, also to put a bit corn in the background is new for me. So I have neglected the composition. That you take your time to publish your ideas to photos of members is one of the greatest gift for photo.net and the photographers. Thanks. hen Ry

My first thought when seeing the thumbnail  was that the lady seems lost within the frame.  John's suggestions, IMO, are right on, and I could not have said it as well.  Good light, and the composition potential is there with the right cropping.

Very nice portrait, I liked how much it easily communicated with the eyes. Crop suggestion by John also works will as it is in line with the Rule of Thirds. Best regards