Black with a Touch of White

© Martin Cregg

Black with a Touch of White

Uploaded: January 05, 2011 19:09:20

Description

Kept it simple. Raw to Picasa. Slight soft focus to put attention on the eye. Converted to B&W.

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 84.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi

Comments

Claudia Kuhn level-classic January 06, 2011

Terrific portrait, love your comp and lighting. #1341877

Martin Cregg January 06, 2011

Thanks, Claudia. I really appreciate the feedback... #9146974

Nadia Paul January 06, 2011

Wonderful portrait, beautifully done Martin! #9147413

Michael Umbreit January 10, 2011

The comp and lighting also caught my eye! Very nice work! - Mike #9154768

Debra R. Harder January 16, 2011

This is an awesome b/w portrait, Martin! Excellent tones, lighting and comp. Brilliant!! Deb #9166183

Datha Y. Thompson January 16, 2011

Simplicity at its BEST Martin!! Excellent lighting, pose, mood everything about it!!! Oh yeah and A belated Welcome to BP :) This is a Fav for me!! #9166914

Jean E. Hildebrant January 24, 2011

I like your use of negative space here, Martin. Nice placement of his eye in the comp. emphasizing the focal point Love how the other eye and side of his face are in shadow. Adds a bit of mystery and drama to this portrait. Well done! #9190948

Chris Budny level-deluxe February 10, 2011

Congratulations again, Martin! Two Finalists, and a POTD in your first month entering---looking forward to more great images! #9225231

Merna L. Nobile February 10, 2011

Black and White, Bright Colors, Full Frame or Cropped, it does not matter. You’re a winner! CONGRATULATIONS, Merna #9227169

Nadia Paul February 10, 2011

Congrats on this superb finalist Martin! #9228875

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