I would try it in vertical mode. Not sure what you are using for a diffuser as the shadow is harsh. I like the angle you chose, nice looking and friendly look.
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Shoot well, Joe
Were you holding the camera?I'm also assuming you were using the POP up flash........My worthless .02..........The population flash is only good for scaring the kids or triggering an off camera flash (as in the case with Nikon's CLS). Either use the flash off of the camera, or use ambient to suit your needs. Also, the best investment I have made (other than a wedding ring) was a decent tripod. I can't recommend one highly enough.
lol at the comments...you are not upleasant to view, agree but the light is very harsh and doesn't do you justice. The frame is ok and expression is nice.
You are very pretty. I like the expression on your face.
However, the dead space to the right needs to go. The shadows are harsh. The highlights on your face are blown. The wrinkles on your neck do not do you justice.
Try pulling some of the hair from behind your neck and letting it drape down your right shoulder. Turn the camera to portrait orientation and get your whole head. Use some nice ambient light and kill the flash.