Cowboy Up!

[nitefly]

I really like everything about these shots apart from the fact that they look so unreal Just a personal thing. Superb shots otherwise though

 

[AprilRamone]

I think the coloring looks really cool in all of them except for the 2nd. That one is just a little bit overdone for my taste. But, it really looks awesome in the rest. I especially like #3. His eyes really pop even though his face looks kind of shadowy. Great job!

 

[JonK]

Best portraits I've seen from u jake...i love the feel you brought to them. #3 is my fave.

 

[loves_guitar]

Amazing shots! Great job.
Do you think you could share some of your post-processing techniques? Inform the masses!

 

[woodsac]

One more big thanks. I'm thrilled that so many of do like the post work

loves guitar...each shot had different circumstances. But in some combination, I used an off camera flash and reflectors. They also had stage spotlights set up all over that helped a ton. Not to mention tons of natural light. The only post work done other than the RAW conversion was with Sharon Lee Core's 'Draganizer' action. You can find it here http://www.atncentral.com/download.htm

And I fully agree with everyone that #2 is a little overdone. I've known that...just haven't taken the time to redo it?