Self portraits

By amethystraine written 4/18/06 6:00 PM, published 4/18/06 6:00 PM
I was messin round with my camera and finally decided to play with the timer... here's what I came up with.. I'd much rather be behind the camera than in front of it, but my mom has been wanting some pics so figured I'd give it a go.
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Popup Linkme 4
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Popup Linkme 7 Popup Linkme and Alex

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  • Lidljo 4/18/06 6:26 PM
    I like 4 & 1. I think you and Alex is a cute picture also.

    - Flowers are happiness...


  • jimmyneutron 4/18/06 7:04 PM
    I agree 4@1

    - Smile!


  • SaxGuy 4/18/06 7:15 PM
    What a cutie you are! I like #4 and #7, but your mom is probably a little less interested in your legs than I am....

  • smalltown05 4/18/06 7:33 PM
    I'm with Sax--4 and 7. Much more comfortable images. And shame on you Sax!

    - blow.....hard


  • wilk 4/18/06 7:34 PM
    These are very nice self-portraits; they capture a little of your personality which is hard to do. Practice some more to get the focus sharper, but otherwise well done.

    -      Oh Shoot


  • Beholden 4/18/06 7:56 PM
    I assure you, i am NOT interesting in your legs....but i do agree that 4 and 7 capture your personality......you seem more relaxed and comfy in them......good job!

    - ummmm


  • bugaboo 4/19/06 1:56 AM
    Gotta go with the majority 4 & 7 look the most relaxed. great job!

  • loweho 4/19/06 5:21 AM
    Shame on you sax! I liked me and alex, and #4 & #7 best, you look more comfortable and relaxed on those nice legs. Ooops...

    - Fickle Finger of F8


  • Porkchop 4/19/06 7:24 AM
    Good first effort! You look quite comfortable in front of the camera. May I suggest you add some soft lights during your next set. Most of your shots seem a bit "flat" and the harsh shadow that outlines you (caused by the onboard flash) is a bit distracting. There is a lot of good info on how to set up for portraits on the web. I like to use a strong light on one side (slightly in front) a weaker one on the other (fill light) and one small light below (to soften the jawline). I find it works best for portraits. Play around with the lights, and also with the camera's White Balance setting and you'll get professional looking shots.

    - Pigs CAN fly!


  • jojames1 4/19/06 7:35 AM
    Self portraits are incredible difficult. Setting up the camera, lighting, poses without the benefit of a viewfinder. Keep practicing....and porkchop gave some great advice....maybe next time use a window during late afternoon for lighting, too.

  • RobinG 4/19/06 11:57 AM
    Great shots. :o)

  • austinspace 4/21/06 3:45 PM
    Great advice, Porkchop--I was going to suggest the natural lighting route since a few of these are a bit too harsh. Still, very nice set.

    - here and there


  • amethystraine 4/22/06 5:58 AM
    Thanks for all the feedback and advice I appreciate it and will certainly put it to use the next time around.