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byork

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A jock shot
« on: June 14, 2009, 07:34:17 am »

A shot from race day....any comments appreciated.[attachment=14548:100_1440.jpg]
« Last Edit: June 15, 2009, 12:16:29 am by byork »
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« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2009, 12:23:42 am »

It comes across clearly as a race jockey, but with no other context, it just seems too dark to provide much interest.
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« Reply #2 on: June 15, 2009, 01:16:30 am »

Quote from: dalethorn
It comes across clearly as a race jockey, but with no other context, it just seems too dark to provide much interest.

Yes, it could stand a little lightening up and it wouldn't lose the mood.  I'd also be tempted to blur the shoulder/ back of the person behind him.

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« Reply #3 on: June 15, 2009, 01:32:23 am »

Thanks guys....much appreciated.
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« Reply #4 on: June 15, 2009, 02:22:25 am »

A revised version.

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« Reply #5 on: June 15, 2009, 02:42:16 am »

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A revised version.

This looks very good. You captured the expression perfectly.
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« Reply #6 on: June 15, 2009, 02:08:05 pm »

This is an absolutely outstanding portrait!  You really captured the emotion and intensity of the jockey.  Excellent work!

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« Reply #7 on: June 15, 2009, 02:56:05 pm »

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A revised version.
Yes - an enormous improvement.

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