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from alanh/Alan (3,232) 
on November 12, 2009 7:53:42 PM CST
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An example of post process that really works perfectly. Overall effect is fabulous as is the model pose so no need to try and find something to nit pick. super technically and artistically
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from jaguar/Mike (1,957)
on November 7, 2009 11:15:12 PM CST
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3 thumbs for post processing and creativity. I like this kind of stuff. Couldn't come close to doing it myself. I think it could be even better in a couple of ways. First - for me the moon is too dominant in the scene. It detracts from the subject. Perhaps making it smaller, using a half moon, or not showing the moon would have worked better. I'm guessing you wanted it in there to complete the vampire effect. The other distraction for me, which other reviewers have hit on, is the pavement and background. It looks too real which clashes with the surreal treatments of your subject, his bicycle, and the sky. But overall - a very interesting pixelstration.
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from venice/Oswald (154)
on November 7, 2009 4:26:40 AM CST
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Justin,
this photo is not gona fade away in my memory I think - and that itself makes it a great shot. We have so many "ordinary-non-creative-wannabies" these days that your work clearly stands out.
I'm going to suggest one thing - the composition has a slight shift to the right side leaving a tiny bit too much space on the left. Maybe a slightly different angle would help to make it an impeccable composition.
One more thought - I can see some minor smugges in some places around your model - is that due to compression issues or some leftovers from PP. I can spot it all the way down his back.
Great shot. Keep posting and write critiques so people can learn from you!
Best regards!
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from margusparik/Margus (916)
on November 7, 2009 4:08:42 AM CST
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Wonderful photo! Just amazing, how detailed Mr. McHowl is. Lighting is great, DOF is great. Even that the shadows are not lined with the moon don't disturb.
Regards
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from hd101/Matt (529)
on November 6, 2009 11:53:25 PM CST
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This is a great photo!!! The hdr effect makes this image look as if its a cartoon and makes your subject pop out... You really captured all the details nicely... I love it! Thanks for sharing.
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from bellamahri/Tina (8,028)
on November 6, 2009 11:52:40 PM CST
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Great shot, Justin. He looks so natural?. The red in the eyes, the teeth showing in the smile, claw-like fingernails and pointed ears to round it off. The colours and detail are good. Great composition. Thanks for sharing. Tina
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from hatch1921/Frank (4,080)
on November 6, 2009 11:36:03 PM CST
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Really nice image! The post work is topnotch to say the least. His ear cracks me up..nice! Two things... not that you have to remove them... this is a great shot.... the curb caught my eye and drew my attention away from the subject and the other thing is the stick/leaf by his foot. Very minor... Keep up the great work. Hatch
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From scabooba/Justin (700)
on November 6, 2009 11:39:54 PM CST
Cool. I never even noticed the stick/leaf thing but now I can't stop looking at it. Good call on the curb too, it's just too bright I think. I'll try darkening it up just a bit. Thanks!!
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From hatch1921/Frank (4,080)
on November 7, 2009 8:23:13 AM CST
:) Not a huge deal to be honest... just something that stuck out a little. Still... great job on the shot! Hatch
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From scabooba/Justin (700)
on November 7, 2009 5:55:12 PM CST
Nick was kind enough to come out and let me shoot him. Day late and a dollar short for Halloween though. Rim light used, Alienbees 1600 bare bulb.
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