The Photographer...an abstract self portrait

[clarinetJWD]

well, here's an attempt at a different self portrait. that's not really a self portrait. more just a wall. :mrgreen:

I didn't put this in the critique forum, but if you would like to offer serious critique, I do always encourage it

 

[terri]

I like the shot. Great shadow action on the top and I like where you stood in the frame.

But, here's a question: why would you call this "abstract"? The viewer can clearly see that it's a self-portrait, and can make out the photographer from the shadow. There is clearly a subject to this image, so for me, it doesn't qualify as an abstract.

I'd call it a coy shot, since you elected to remain a shadow figure. That works.

Either way, it's nicely conceived. :thumbup:

 

[Artemis]

Love this shot, great texture, and very interesting....bit too much shadow though...well done!

 

[LRJ]

i always take shadow pictures of myself too...i don't know why, but i've got lots of 'em... and i like yours a lot!!

 

[spiralout]

Wow, I love what you did w/ this one in PS. I agree, though; a bit too much shadow and not quite enough silhouette. Perhaps a heavy crop on the top would help. It's cool to see our separate photos come out after seeing each other shoot them.

 

[clarinetJWD]

I do agree that there isn't enough silhouette, but I had to work with what I shot. As far as the shadows at the top, I'm kind of partial to the space at the top
It is cool to see the differences in our photos, Scott. We should go on excursions more often! Anyways, I'll be posting a picture of you soon...hehe (evil grin, but not really)
Thanks all!

 

[M @ k o]

The ole shadow trick eh. Nice shot. Love the detail in the brick wall. GJ !