dried_squid

The image is provocative and eye-catching.

The division of left and right, manifested in the mask-like shadow of the chain-link fence, is strong.

Photographically, it's a terrific concept. And, it holds my attention.

On the other hand, for me, the image implies an underlying message or theme. And, I can't get a good hold on it. For me, in the end, this distracts me. Is this demonic possession, misguided youth, skin-deep beauty, etc.

A fine choice by the elves.

Thanks for sharing.

The photo is fine. The focus is right on - look at the eyes. The exposure is right on - from the darker wing tips, under wing, and highlighted head and shoulders. The shutter speed allowing the suggestion of movement in the wings is right on.

I can't think of anything wrong with the picture taken. Unless the near symmetry of the placement in the middle of the frame lessens the emotional impact of this portrait.

But, I have a wish. About a crop. When I first viewed it on my display, the bottom of picture was below the view window. So I saw from top to half-past his knees. "His knees"? My suggestion would be crop it midway between his knees and his feet.

"He"? My first impression was that of an orchestra conductor. I can't shake it. If it were my picture, and I was to display it, I would background it with a symphonic overture like the First Movement of Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony. I can hear it now.

The picture is right on. I would try a different presentation.