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sbeme wrote:
This is an irresistible subject, and of course I like working with IR for an odd image like this.
To me the biggest challenge is dealing with the other man-made background elements and trying to extract the head from these elements, playing with the tree and sky dramatically.
The last rework works best overall for me. I just wish the tree's bark separated from the head a bit more on the left. The dark branches, small among the glowing leaves provide a bit of structure, contrast, and oddly remind me of veins which are absent in the alien form.
I really want to like the second image since the sky is curious and I like the darkness there, with the streaks. But for me there are just too many shadow and ground elements. And the odder profile is my pick.
What about shooting low to high, wide angle, grabbing either the sky or the tree behind and eliminating more of the ground?
Scott...Show more →
Thanks for the feedback and thoughts, Scott! I was wondering when you were gonna poke your head here as I had you in my thoughts when I was out shooting these.
Truth be told, the head-on shot was more to show off the peculiar nature of the sculpture that doesn't convey through the portrait profile angle.
I've got some other captures at 16mm (~24mm with cropper) that were pretty much right in front of Chloe. I haven't gone through all of them yet but perhaps I might have some others that you would prefer.
Stay tuned!
Jeff
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