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Archive 2008 · Self Portraits

  
 
mjrobson
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p.1 #1 · Self Portraits


Here are a few shots I took of myself, was kind of tricky without a remote trigger let me tell you!

Let me know what you think.

Matt



Nov 15, 2008 at 05:22 PM
Mark Zwiesler
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p.1 #2 · Self Portraits


Matt;
Lighting wise image 1 is the only one I think is acceptable. The shadow/darkness around your eyes in the rest of them is not at all flattering.

I like your expression in image 2 the best, but you cut off your chin.

The color is off in all of them.

I think if you could match the lighting in 1 with the expression in 2 (capturing your whole face) you would have a good self portrait. And of course deal with the WB. I would suggest the easiest to deal with the white balance is to shoot in RAW and adjust in post processing.

Mark

Edit: One more thing, try to get a solid wall behind you, your back ground is a bit distracting. You would also be better off going with a more neutral color on the background.



Nov 15, 2008 at 06:04 PM
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p.1 #3 · Self Portraits


My Simple Suggestion: Use the self timer or a remote shutter release. And, give yourself some room (distance from camera lens) crop after the shot to compose to your taste.

Another suggestion: Hold a large piece of white paper near your face to reflect some light into your eye (socket areas) to reduce the "raccoon eyes" look,.




Nov 15, 2008 at 06:25 PM





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