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Giving Up On Me...

© Amber J. Skene

Giving Up On Me...

Uploaded: January 21, 2008

Description


This is my last photo in this series. This is one of the very last I took. She had fun, but she was ready for me to be done.

ISO 400, 2.8, 1/80, 100.0 mm macro lens, all natural light, black velvet fabric as backdrop

I converted to black and white, added contrast, and unsharp mask.

Please tell me what you think. All feedback, advice, and comments are welcome and appreciated.

Thanks for looking!! Happy Monday!!!


Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/80 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT

Comments

Roxanne M. Bubar January 21, 2008

Amber this is just a stunning portrait.
Wonderful clarity and work.
She is just adorable. And oh those eyes!!!!! #835729

Sarah G January 21, 2008

What an expression. It is priceless.

Its a beautiful portrait and Roxanne is right, "...oh those eyes!" #5373204

Daniella Puente January 21, 2008

Precious Amber...since the selective focus on her face that is going soft by the pose and also the use of the black BG :) WONDERFUL portrait! #5373264

Angie Sidles level-classic January 21, 2008

I think this is the best I've seen from you so far. I love it Amber! The comp is awesome, the lighting is perfect and your tones are amazing! You nailed this one! Keep it up girl!! #5374521

Jodi M. Walsh January 21, 2008

this is gorgeous! you have really pulled it all together, amber. wonderful job. I hope you're proud! #5374570

Dawn M. Schneider January 22, 2008

this is so precious, love the emotion on her face #5376377

Amanda O. Cannon January 22, 2008

Nope, now this one if my FAV.....I love that look on her face. Perfect tones and love the framing!!
I am so glad that you got so many good bday shots of her. LOVE THIS ONE!!!! #5376418

Sarah G January 26, 2008

Congratulations!!!! #5398432

Raquel J. Ruiz March 24, 2008

just adorable.......I'm very familiar with this look, LOL :o) A job well done :o) #5692220

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