Latest shot for the self-portrait, humor series.
Hope it works for some of you!
Thanks for looking and commenting!
-Tim

First, Black and White.
Second, I love it! Nothing I would change, unless you want to so one of the bears a bit charred. But that would be so sad.....

Great shot!

Scott

sbeme wrote:
First, Black and White.
Second, I love it! Nothing I would change, unless you want to so one of the bears a bit charred. But that would be so sad.....

Great shot!

Scott
Yeah, I would love to have charred one, but then my daughter would have charred me!
Thank you for the kind comment and encouragement. I often wonder if I should be posting these, but it's folks like you who keep me bringing them back.
-Tim

These are just getting better and better Tim. Your processing is starting to look a lot better too. I prefer the color version with the separation of those poor little animals. However I wish your elbow weren't cut out of the image. But hey, self-portraits are incredibly difficult so I don't blame ya.

eric

p.s. So what # is this in your series?

Very cool shot and maybe one of my favs in your series. I've been trying to shoot some self portraits myself so I know too how hard these are to get right, especially with DOF and keeping yourself in focus. I like the processing of both, but the black and white one seems just a little too "busy" to me. I get better visual separation from all the elements in the shot with color one. Keep posting these.

J.R.

Great work Tim, the Gourmet Classics logo is a nice touch also

Alan

eric kim wrote:
These are just getting better and better Tim. Your processing is starting to look a lot better too. I prefer the color version with the separation of those poor little animals. However I wish your elbow weren't cut out of the image. But hey, self-portraits are incredibly difficult so I don't blame ya.

eric

p.s. So what # is this in your series?
Thank you, Eric!
This is #18 in the series.
I hated to have to make the crop I did, but by going out any further to include more of me, it lost all detail of the critters on the grill. Had to make a choice, and the bears won for effect.
-Tim

jrrhodes wrote:
Very cool shot and maybe one of my favs in your series. I've been trying to shoot some self portraits myself so I know too how hard these are to get right, especially with DOF and keeping yourself in focus. I like the processing of both, but the black and white one seems just a little too "busy" to me. I get better visual separation from all the elements in the shot with color one. Keep posting these.

J.R.
Thank you, J.R.!
Self-portraits are indeed difficult on many levels. Show us one if you're up to it.
I've definitely discovered a couple things to help. Manual focus is mandatory. Go to at least f5.6, and deeper if the lighting allows.
I appreciate your kind comments!
-Tim

Alan Young wrote:
Great work Tim, the Gourmet Classics logo is a nice touch also

Alan
Thank you, Alan!
I wish I could have shown more of the apron, but I had to work close to bring the attention to the grilling bears, which meant really cramming myself into the shot.
-Tim

Tim- totally terrific!
Both versions work IMO, but the color one works better.
I have this two-bit theory: if color is an important part of what we're aiming our cameras at, then color is probably the best way to go. If color is mostly a distraction and shape, texture, etc. are the most important elements, then perhaps B&W. Example: close up of an old man. Probably B&W works better, unless he has the glowing red nose of a life-long drunk.
Anyhow, please (pun intended) keep it up .
This series has hit a new and very high plateau recently.
Charlie

Congratulations again on your masterful self-portraits series. It is not only a funny approach to everyday routine but also an invitation to expand our horizons and broaden our minds.

m

Excellent, Tim, my friend! This is one of your best so far. I love both B & W and color although a little of the humor gets lost when one can't as easily distinguish the colorful bears roasting on the grill. I see you are taking my advice on minimizing the background distractions. Tighter crops are often the bet way to go.

Mraw sdrager,

Endre

Charlie Shugart wrote:
Tim- totally terrific!
Both versions work IMO, but the color one works better.
I have this two-bit theory: if color is an important part of what we're aiming our cameras at, then color is probably the best way to go. If color is mostly a distraction and shape, texture, etc. are the most important elements, then perhaps B&W. Example: close up of an old man. Probably B&W works better, unless he has the glowing red nose of a life-long drunk.
Anyhow, please (pun intended) keep it up .
This series has hit a new and very high plateau recently.
Charlie
Mucho thanks, Charlie! Now I feel bad for razzing you on your last post. Wait...no I don't. You're 100 times the quick wit I am, so I'm allowed a comp once in awhile!
Glowing red nosed drunk...that gives me an idea...!
-Tim

marcelo wrote:
Congratulations again on your masterful self-portraits series. It is not only a funny approach to everyday routine but also an invitation to expand our horizons and broaden our minds.

m
Thank you again for your kind words, Marcelo!
I am glad you understand the motivation behind this series. It's all about finding humor in everyday life, and expression through the medium of photography and some heavy photoshop.
-Tim

Strad wrote:
Excellent, Tim, my friend! This is one of your best so far. I love both B & W and color although a little of the humor gets lost when one can't as easily distinguish the colorful bears roasting on the grill. I see you are taking my advice on minimizing the background distractions. Tighter crops are often the bet way to go.

Mraw sdrager,

Endre
I'm glad you noticed the lack of distraction in this, Endre. I truly have worked on something you exchanged with me. If the object does not contribute, I try to eliminate it when possible.
Thank you for the positive comments!
-Tim

So, can I send you some of my kids' "stuffies" for your grill?

I really look forward to your posts - the world needs more laughs.

Peace,

Todd

Tim

Just too funny a little guys worst night mare for being a bad boy or girl dig your facial expression here both really work very well and the smoke effect is very cool, really enjoyed seeing your book today Tim beyond cool.

Ray Still

So that is how you guys do BEARbecue in your neck of the wood ?
Too much fiber for my taste
Very imaginative Tim ( as always)

Todd Warnke wrote:
So, can I send you some of my kids' "stuffies" for your grill?

I really look forward to your posts - the world needs more laughs.

Peace,

Todd
Thank you, Todd. That means a lot to me.
I agree with you. Trying times cry out for laughter.
-Tim

Abiciriderback wrote:
Tim

Just too funny a little guys worst night mare for being a bad boy or girl dig your facial expression here both really work very well and the smoke effect is very cool, really enjoyed seeing your book today Tim beyond cool.

Ray Still
Thank you, Ray!
Always a pleasure to meet with you when you're passing through town.
-Tim