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The eyes are the key...

Discussion in 'People' started by Uncle Frank, Aug 14, 2005.

  1. Uncle Frank

    Uncle Frank

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    The guidelines state that the eyes are the key to a good portrait, but in this contemplative shot, only the eyelids are visible.

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    Taken at 1/15s f/6.3 iso400 with the Nikkor 60/2.8 prime.
     
    Uncle Frank, Aug 14, 2005
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  2. MontyDog

    MontyDog

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    Jan 30, 2005
    #1064 - You have an error in your SQL syntax;
     
    MontyDog, Aug 14, 2005
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  3. greyflash

    greyflash Subscribing Member

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    This is one of those shots that make you think. What is she contemplating, what is the string around her neck holding, why does she have a hat on, is she a coach???? I like the shot and you have just the right amount of detail in her face to make it interesting.
     
    greyflash, Aug 14, 2005
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  4. Philippe Roger

    Philippe Roger

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    South SF Bay Area, CA.
    My guess is that she's reading a book or card and the story reflects on her face. I agree with you Frank that eyes are normally a must in portrait photography, but like with many rules, there are bound to be some exceptions! ;-)
     
    Philippe Roger, Aug 14, 2005
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  5. Uncle Frank

    Uncle Frank

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    Jan 26, 2005
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    Thanks, Paul and Philippe. The model, Rosemarie, is one of a group of my friends who meet for coffee on Saturdays after our workouts at the gym. She's a very animated person, and had just finished talking non-stop for 15 minutes. I think she was just pausing to get her second wind.
     
    Uncle Frank, Aug 14, 2005
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  6. Chris101

    Chris101

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    Feb 2, 2005
    Arizona
    Ah, but even partially closed, they are still key. It is, the closed looking eyes that make this photo carry so much mystery. I really like the way the highlights play off the (her) right side of her face. And she's a pretty girl too. ;)

    ps, nice work with the 60.
     
    Chris101, Aug 14, 2005
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