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Thread: Potrtait II

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    Potrtait II

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    Re: Potrtait II

    You forgot to tell the gentleman to tuck in his shirt ;) . Technically, there are others with a better feel than I, so I'll defer to them. I happen to like this for the humorous aspect of the two people sitting in all seriousness, but with the guy's belly button showing.
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    Re: Potrtait II

    Oh my god....I love this photograph! I've just been looking at some of your other photos (i'll probably go and comment on another) and this is my favorite of the three. Your tonal range: perfect. Your subjects: hilarious, strange and perfect. Who are these people? I just love the expressions and the fact that the guys shirt doesn't cover his stomach. Now I'm going to go stalk the rest of your pictures. I think this maybe be my favorite photo in a long time on this site. Thanks for that

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    Re: Potrtait II

    This is by far my favorite of the three...just great tones (of course all you photos have that).
    The subjects you choose are wonderful in all three. This is my favorite due to the simple oddness of it...it looks like your in their TV capturing this shot

    Your Photographs are excellent and I thank you for sharing.

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    Re: Potrtait II

    Very real... love it!
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    Re: Potrtait II

    Beautiful in a strange way. A couple in their own home and proud of it. The bare bit of belly has already being mentioned but I also like the movement in the curtains behind which seem to be blowing in from a mild breeze outside. Thats why the curtains are slightly blown out.
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    Re: Potrtait II

    This photo has a terrific photo journalism feel to it and captures everyday life.

    To me the expressions on their faces is priceless and seems to depict a feeling of not understanding why you would want to take their picture.

    I also like how the entrance into the other room frames them.

    2 very minor nit pics

    1. the entrance into the other room frames them on that point I wish it was a bit more of a frame if that makes sense - but a very minor nit pick

    2. A tad more room at their feet - again a very minor nit pic

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    Re: Potrtait II

    Oh please don't take the belly away... I think it adds so much. That's how the king dresses in his castle
    Meg

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