Joe Kennedy
August 2019 - Mirror, Mirror
About the Image(s)
“Mirror, Mirror” was a model set-up at our annual NECCC Conference at UMASS Amherst. I watched other photographers setting up for their three images and noticed the angle I wanted to be at. Taken at f/8 @ 1/100 second with studio lights. I felt going monochrome helped to lessen the impact of the glitz and colorful outfit. I wanted the shot to be about her pose in the mirror.
This round’s discussion is now closed!
9 comments posted
(Groups 24 & 48 & 58)
Absolutely beautiful. One of these years maybe I'll get back to NECC Posted: 08/02/2019 20:04:54
(Group 28)
Thx, Bev. I'll try to get back there as well. It's been about three years since my last conference there.
Posted: 08/02/2019 20:30:29
Posted: 08/02/2019 20:30:29
This works very well in mono. You have chosen a good angle to get this reflection spot on. I also like the rim lighting on the mirror. The only thing I'd ask is - did you consider any adjustments to the model's skin which is not ' model smooth'? Airbrushing is a controversial subject so maybe leaving as it is was the best choice. The lighting is excellent. Posted: 08/05/2019 06:11:19
Striking image. I like how the image in the mirror is sharp, but the "live" person is not - keeps my focus on the mirror. I think the texture on the models skin is a good fit to the high contrast, sharp overall feel of the image. I'd only consider smoothing her skin if she was a friend. Might try cropping from the left, even into the picture frame a bit. Posted: 08/05/2019 13:06:14
Like this one much. I reacted to the skin issues also but decided it should stay. For me I would have liked to see he real person as sharp as the reflection, but it's a fine setup and result. Posted: 08/05/2019 17:17:45
(Groups 24 & 48 & 58)
Sorry Dick, I disagree. The image for me is all about the mirror image and I think sharpening the real person might wind up offering two points of interest Posted: 08/10/2019 13:03:20
I like this just the way it is. I think converting to monochrome was a good choice, it simplifies the subject. I also like the expression on her face. Posted: 08/11/2019 07:56:48
A fine composition with excellent monochrome processing which is a perfect choice for this image. To me, the skin texture is a little distracting and some smoothing might help the overall imapact. Posted: 08/11/2019 12:42:38
(Group 28)
What was I looking at? Her skin was not flattering. Thanks for pointing it out. I did a redo to give her a more pleasing look.
Glad all of you are watching out for me.
Thanks again. . . Posted: 08/11/2019 19:17:24
Glad all of you are watching out for me.
Thanks again. . . Posted: 08/11/2019 19:17:24