Old Lady at the Window

Comments are much appreciated. Thank you!

Alex, Great effect. Nice use of the rule of thirds. I normally don't like that much negative space but I think it works with this photo. ~Will

I like the thoughtful post you selected!

Thanks William and AJ, I'm glad you guys like it!

Un bello y excelente retrato,, perfecta luz, encuadre y un fondo Genial,, un cordial saludo Alesandre...6/6.http://www.hectorbrandan.com/images/julio-carmona.gif

 

 

Very nice shut, light and presentation.

Julio and Guzin, thank you for stopping by; I appreciate your visits.

 

Here is the original image for comparision. Which one works better for you?

Nice done, I think I like more the original, because is filling up the empty space surround her.

But just my taste.

Gustavo, thanks for leaving your view!

Superb shot. Gives the feeling of suspence and contemplation... very well done, Alex. Chapeau!

Both the original & the posted version has got their own merits. The posted one has a nice floating thoughtful element, whereas the original are more down to earth. I much prefered the posted one, though.

Vi and Cherlyn, thanks for passing by and for the nice comments. Truly appreciated!

I much prefer the manipulated image. Im a fan of Negative space

 

Merry

Very Happy New Years !

Thanks Chee. Hope you had a Joyful Christmas and wishing you a great year of 2006!

Stunning portrait for different reasons - perfect use of the Golden Rule of two/thirds composition, the black, the light, and her expression. I like this one far more than the original!!

Shambhala, I found the original shot rather dull, though I did like very much the lady's expression and pose. So I decided just to isolate that. Thank you very much for commenting on my portrait; coming from such a talented portraitist as yourself, it sure is very meaningful for me.

A composicao esta muito boa. Apenas acho que lhe falta um pouco mais de definicao De todo o modo gostei muito.

Obrigado pelo comentario Rui. A perda de definicao pode dever-se ao redimensionamento da foto para carregar para a net, e' sempre um problema.

I like both for different reasons Alexandre, the posted one has more drama...your processing has certainly given it an Old Masters feel, the other more as a street shot. Have you thought of destaurating the original? Anyway she is a splendid elderly lady and I love her expression. My grandmother spent most of her days at a window I recall.

Thanks Peta for your very nice comment. I'll follow your suggestion and post someday a b&w version of the original photo.