wcroninger

January 15, 2003

Michael, first of all I like the image, period! I always find it difficult to critique another photographers work because as a viewer we know absolutely nothing about the mood you were trying to create. The lighting is truely lovely. In this situation I might have gone for a few images that feature only your subject and the soft lighting as well as this one. Congratulations to you and your model

January 11, 2003

Very effective photograph with the look, cropping and presentation you chose. Congratulations

December 16, 2002

Detlef, I like the "drama" in this one. On this monitor the highlights are somewhat blocked but this is still a very effective portrait

December 15, 2002

The colors and compostion pulled me right to this image while viewing the "contact sheet." Beautifully done.

December 8, 2002

I'll have to agree with John...not my usual subject matter but this one is too good not to rate. Wonderful pose and lighting.

December 8, 2002

Very well done! The lighting is superb, definitely something I strive for but seldom accomplish. Congratulations on a fine portrait!

December 7, 2002

James, I'm not sure what the issue is for all the raters so far. Your image certainly does NOT merit the low ratings. The camera is placed at an intereting angle and you carry nice detail in the shadows w/o blocking the highlights. The image is well conceived and carried out.

October 31, 2002

Guy, I like this as is. It gives some of the feeling of the old Hollywood shots of the 40s etc. Nice job.

October 27, 2002

Absolutely stunning portrait! Everything: exposure, composition, color is spot on.

October 26, 2002

Doug, truly a stunning shot exactly as is. You have exposed/rendered it so as to fix "the reader" strongly as our focal point. Yet, the edge of the window and couple to her rear place her in context and add much to the effect. A beautiful image that any of us would be proud to have in our portfolio.

October 19, 2002

Beautiful!!!

October 19, 2002

Gordon, I like this portrait. Lighting and pose are nicely done. The expression is almost regal. The only criticism is related to her left hand. Since you see none of the left arm, the hand appears out of nowhere. Almost like someone elses hand was glued to her right forearm.

October 19, 2002

Absolutely stunning! Common subject, uncommon rendition!

October 18, 2002

Beautiful shot Detlaf, well visualized, exposed and executed!!

October 17, 2002

Very nicely done!! Spot on exposure to carry detail in the highlights and definitely a unique presentation in terms of cropping. Congratulations

October 17, 2002

Gorkem, I agree with the reviewer above. It is a very powerful, traditional portrait of this gentleman. Nothing wrong with tradition here!! I like portraits done against a black background where nothing is present but the sitter and the relationship of photographer to subject. Nicely done, congratulations.

October 11, 2002

David, very nice pose, lighting and formatting. The neck does not bother me as you immediately go to her eyes and the blue cap.

October 3, 2002

Martin, this would be my favorite of the group!! The scan didn't come through very well with some pixelation over her nose and left eye. However her pose, your cropping, lighting and presentation are all very nice. A lovely lady, congratulations to you both

September 24, 2002

Very nice, tight shot of this young woman. Skin tones and lighting look to be spot on.

September 24, 2002

Beautifully done in exposure, tone and pose. Congratulations!

September 22, 2002

I really like this image!! Camera angle, lighting, colors..everything works I think. The fact that the logs are still in the truck bed rounds out the "atmosphere" of the image. One of the best I've seen in quite some time, congratulations!

September 22, 2002

While I agree with all the positive comments on "Serenity" I find I like this image even more. All the elements fit together to make this a powerfully evocative portrait. Well done!