My Brother

Snoot used on main light , straight shot apart from conversion .

Comments please . Thank you .

Terrific image!!! Nice catch lights. David

Beautiful portrait!

Thanks David & Bob . He didn't like it ... says it makes him look old ! He's 8 years my junior !

Powerful image. The white shirt works well, especially offsetting his white hair, which captures the light quite nicely, the hair still maintaining its texture, nicely framing his head against the solid black background. The perspective gives this a powerful feel, evoking strength. Though it's a strong portrait, there are two elements feeling just a little too strong that I don't think add to the overall strength. His collar seems a little too bright, and the darkest part of the shadow on his face feels a little overwhelming, a bit more like charcoal than shadow. The backlighting on the far side of his head, accenting that patch of hair, is very effective and visually pleasing. It adds a touch of spirit that comes through the intensity of the portrait.

Thanks Fred. for your thoughts , I don't think I can do much about his collar .

Definitly perfect work with the skin and light - the image has increadible character.

One of the best! Congradulations, Bill !

A lot of your images have special dignity, which I like and here it's very strong!

Only the white in the shirt is that bothers me. Regards,Iavor

Thank you very much Lavor , white is always a problem . Maybe if I could shield the light some way ... I'll have to think about that !