Atherton & District Amateur Photographic Society

I'm trying to vary the photos I'm doing. If I do a portrait session, then I want to give the model 8 good photos (unfortunately, some say that having 40 versions of the same pose is what they want). Anyway, I'm struggling to find variations in the appearance. I've managed 8 different poses and varied backgrounds, that's not a problem. Then I'll pick a black and white etc.

This photo is a variation of photoshop cross processing, but I don't quite know how much I like it, I was wondering what you think!

Although the pose is a bit static, the treatment I like very much. It's different and interesting and flatters the subject.

Hi Philip

I empathise with your post as I'm also one who likes to rework images and try new things.

There are elements of your image that I like, eg I like the colouration and toning of the clothes and the brickwork. However, I think the skin treatment is just a touch too 'harsh' for my tastes. If you could maybe back it off slightly, eg reduce the opacity on the face maybe it might perhaps help?

Of course, you should feel free to disregard all comments and go with what you like best.

Hi Phil

You are braver than me, I struggle to think of ways to improve an image, especially portraits, you want to try and do new things at the same time do the model justice. I do like the colour treatment though, and her skin looks lovely, however, I must agree with Paul, that the treatment on her skin looks a tad too much, even so, I really like it alot and the model looks lovely.

Tracey

Philip

You must show me how you do that. I am pretty useless when it comes to B&W or duo tones and this is really nice.

As far as the image is concerned the bit below the elbows is not doing much for me.
And the eyes unfortunately have gone a little dead. Was there a catch light that has been covered over by the treatment?

Theo