Mystique

Uploaded: August 20, 2008 13:27:39

Description

(Second Place August 2008)

I use a Canon 24 -70 f2.8 lens with exposure specifications of f 3.0 1/200 iso 100 in natural lighting. My thanks to Dave Holzwarth and to the model Loura Morris.

Exif: F Number: 4, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/320 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 70.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D

Comments

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic August 20, 2008

Critique please thanks. #983369

Donna La Mattino Pagakis August 20, 2008

The lighting works very well here, and her eyes are captivating. Great mood Jeffrey, beautiful image! #6338333

Ellen L. Zaslaw August 20, 2008

Nice color and cropping in this dramatic portrait. #6338348

Patric K. Medeiros August 20, 2008

this is definately commercial quality work. not only is the model stunning but the setup and lighting are great also. #6338557

Joan E. Gerring August 20, 2008

Beautiful photo! Great lighting and effects #6338600

Cyn Valentine August 20, 2008

So beautiful..love it!! #6338783

Sandy Stigliano August 20, 2008

Beautiful portrait!! #6338934

Kate Baumgartner August 20, 2008

Very Creative Lighting and Beautiful portrait. Well done.
#6339118

Scott A. McDaniel August 20, 2008

This is absolutely gorgeous. VERY well done. #6339998

Joan Powell August 20, 2008

Beautiful , should be in a magazine ! #6340001

Liz blahh August 20, 2008

Nicely done! #6340101

Bonnie Gearhart August 21, 2008

Beautiful shot! #6341244

Brenda A. Ferns August 21, 2008

Wow stunning photograph what photo editing software do you use. I love the look on her face. #6342705

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic August 25, 2008

Thank you very much for your complements Donna, Ellen, Patric, Joan, Cyn, Sandy, Kate, Scott, Joan, Liz, Bonnie and Brenda. #6368714

Ryan Murphy August 28, 2008

this is stunning, jeffrey. it's an instant favorite for me! #6382459

Jean E. Hildebrant August 29, 2008

Love the lighting and the comp! A beautiful model! The movement of the wisp of hair really adds to this shot! #6385474

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic August 30, 2008

Thank you very much for your complements Ryan and Jean. #6388021

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic September 02, 2008

Stunning!
~Lisa #6402621

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic September 03, 2008

No critique, Jeffrey. This is a sure winner.... Thanks for sharing #6404021

paola A. Jofre September 03, 2008

Wow Jeffrey!!! very impressive...beautiful model and outstanding photography!!! :) #6405283

September 03, 2008

I am breaking the tradition here an dhave to say tyhe lighting is my least favorite aspect of this image. It is without a doubt a very stunning image, but the dark shadow right next to the hot center strip distrtacts me from the rest of her face. I have to restate, this is a stunning image and my comment is only a very minor aspect. #6406242

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 03, 2008

Lisa, Usman, Paola and John, thank you very much for the time to have some comments on this image. #6406763

Ulysses A. Villamin September 05, 2008

Everything is great except for the bluish shade on her hair. #6417426

September 06, 2008

amazing. . . love your use of light and color. Beautifully done. #6421680

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 07, 2008

Thank you very much for your comments Ulysses and Deborah. #6426026

Raquel J. Ruiz September 16, 2008

I think this is beautiful I think the lighting is just an added bonus to the dramatic look of this capture, which you have captured beautifully. :0) #6464222

Jojie F. Alcantara September 20, 2008

Truly mystique! #6479521

Jojie F. Alcantara September 22, 2008

Congratulations, fellow finalist! proud of you. Mabuhay! :-) #6494608

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 22, 2008

Congratulations on your finalist with this awesome image, Jeffrey!!!!! ♫ k #6495108

paola A. Jofre September 23, 2008

Whoo hoo!!!! yeah Jeffrey!!! Congratulations!!! Striking image!!! and I see you have many more...Very impressive :) #6498241

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict September 23, 2008

Congratulations Jeffrey on your Finalist image.


Dominick #6499301

Daniella Puente September 23, 2008

GREAT WINNER image +++++ #6500825

Stephanie Frey September 23, 2008

Congratulations on your well-deserved Winner! #6501314

Max Aureli September 23, 2008

Congratulation for your Winner Jeffrey!!
Great expression!!! #6501983

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 23, 2008

Thank you very much Jojie, Kitty, Paola, Dominick, Daniella and Stephanie #6501984

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 23, 2008

Thanks Max. #6502011

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic September 23, 2008

Congrats. I am not surprised at all. See my comments above. WTG #6502277

Elida Gutierrez level-classic September 24, 2008


CONGRATULATIONS!!!

 "The Golden Thophy"

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Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 24, 2008

Thank you very much Usman and Elida. #6506199

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 24, 2008

HUGE congratulations on this fantastic win, Jeffrey!!!!! ♫ k #6507023

Donna La Mattino Pagakis September 25, 2008

Congratulations Jeffrey! #6512145

Linda M. Mishler September 26, 2008

Beautiful play of light and shadow on this Jeffrey! I love the clarity in her gorgeous eyes.Such an excellent capture of expression and moody feel.I love the breeze blowing in her hair.Congrats on this beautiful capture!!=) #6516902

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic September 26, 2008

Beautiful! Congrats!! #6516970

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict September 27, 2008

Congratulations Jeffrey on your Win.

Dominick #6521982

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic September 27, 2008

Thank you very much Kitty, Donna, Linda, Shelly and Dominick. #6522125

Nichelle Russell October 13, 2008

Congratulations on a gorgeous win!! Stunning work.. #6592449

Jeffrey D. Estacio level-classic October 15, 2008

Raquel and Nichelle, thank you. #6603050

Laura E. Swan level-classic December 23, 2008

Amazing portrait, Jeffrey. So happy it went GOLD for you! -Laura Swan :) #6935714

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