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Himadri Sharma
{K:1187} 10/30/2005
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great shot .... love the original framing ..... very nice mood and a nicer model
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Anthony Lound
{K:6661} 10/2/2005
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Susie, I thank you for your comments on my Amish travels. This is a beautifully-captured image and I cannot really add anything that others have said already. I would say however that I really wish his head hadn't been chopped at top :( That said, this is compelling in every way, colours, DOF, decisive moment - everything! I'm guessing this young lad is somewhat smart - one can just tell from your take on him. Kind regards, Anthony.
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Igor Sivjakov
{K:4671} 9/13/2005
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Dear Susie! I am so glad that you think about my b/w version! Anyway I am "old fashion" guy and I still prefer b/w pictures instead of colour if you want to express something "strong". If you have time take a look on my colleague Tomo's portfolio, like... http://www.usefilm.com/image/560775.html Or http://www.usefilm.com/image/490325.html And emotions like this you can't express with colour! This is my opinion. And also I think that your picture have some special kind of "feelings". That is reason why I suggested b/w option! All the best, Igor
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Patrick Cowley
{K:2095} 9/13/2005
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i love the expression on his face...so adorable
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SAM
{K:1503} 9/12/2005
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You're welcome Susie. My initials are SAM. My name is Sally. Being that this is just a hobbie I thought using my initials were the easiest, and I prefer SAM as a lot of my friends call me SAM or Sal (but I answer to anything :) ).
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Pankaj Arora
{K:3752} 9/12/2005
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hahaha, well, i know guy could be under the torment of a dilemma but his expression is quite funny, well noticed and well captured. Colors are bright and crisp and lighting is apt. Somehow the curve of his neck and his face reminds me of an ET. I hope this guy is not related 2 u :)!
Regards Pankaj
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/12/2005
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Thanks Linda! It's strange with critique of the day...it's more for recognition of the critiquer, but the critiqee gets their photo recognized. I guess everyone wins that way. It was a nice surprise for me!
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/12/2005
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Thanks Sam! (Is that your name or initials?) :) I appreciate your nice comment!
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SAM
{K:1503} 9/12/2005
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As always you have captured another winning photo! I like the original post. Congrats! SAM
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/12/2005
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Interesting Igor! Thanks for taking the time to play with my image. I still think I prefer the color version on this one, but this b/w treatment is grat also. Have a great day and thanks for the nice comment.
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Roberto Arcari Farinetti
{K:209486} 9/12/2005
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AWESOME Susie.. well done cheers roby
congrats for the front page.. 7+ great choice to post.. :)
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Mahamed Ariffin
{K:7114} 9/12/2005
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I wish you'd leave his head intact! Anyway, since this is your choice, what can I say? You have indeed produced a stunning image, Susie. Congratulations.
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Ron Wilson
{K:18362} 9/12/2005
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The first one for sure. A wonderful capture. Well done.
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Mary Brown
{K:71879} 9/12/2005
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I love your photos of children. They catch them with such natural expressions and the colours and details are wonderful. I sure hope I can become alot better on 'people' shots now that I am a grandmother. MAry
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Michael Grace-Martin
{K:10183} 9/12/2005
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I'd go with the original crop. Nice catch, with good light and dof..:)
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cessy karina
{K:14205} 9/12/2005
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Hi Susie very nice portrait, the expression is very well captured I think I am doing this espression now to decide which version is better Lol but I guess I like the main upload and the BW version of Igor :)
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Fabiola Barrientos
{K:8169} 9/12/2005
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I think is perfect, the other way looks like strech, (for me)
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Kiarang Alaei
{K:49415} 9/12/2005
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Susie, i'm glad you finally won an award, because your works were realy deserve. and this one: is an unique shot in emphasizing the child feel. i like your DOF used.
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Linda Imagefree
{K:72276} 9/12/2005
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Congratulations Susie a well deserved award...Linda
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Igor Sivjakov
{K:4671} 9/12/2005
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Hello Susie!!! I like this one! Beautiful. Would you consider... ...a little, litle bit cropping & b/w option with & little bit contrast/gamma correstion! Like this! Anyway goooooood! Igor
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Chris Spracklen
{K:32552} 9/12/2005
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Nice to see your shot on the home page, Susie! Well done! Best regards, Chris
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/12/2005
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Rina, you make me smile! What a nice comment. I sure don't know how the BIP stuff works and will be flabbergasted if I ever receive one. But I do appreciate the support. You're what UseFilm is all about! Thanks a bunch.
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/12/2005
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Yes, what a nice surprise! I hope you get lots of views on your wonderful work Mohamed. Thanks for all of your nice comments and critiques in the past. I really appreciate them. Congrats on giving heartfelt comments!
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Mohamed Banna
{K:34237} 9/12/2005
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so we are together here dear Susie ,
Featured Critique of the Day
have a nice day thanks for sharing
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Caterina Berimballi
{K:27299} 9/12/2005
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Yay! Made the front page for an awesome shot Susie!!!
I think the tighter crop works really well. Focus is more on the expression without the t-shirt in the way.
Nicely done. Cheers Rina
**Now where's that BIP for "A Little Anxious!"...? C'mon people, we're waiting! :))**
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Gustavo Scheverin
{K:164501} 9/10/2005
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Excelente retrato, muy linda la expresión. Felicitaciones!
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brandy bailey
{K:3509} 9/2/2005
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I usally crop pic at a 8-10 so I can print to fram if I want to. that often limit the crop. this might be nice with less on the sides but only if it is the way it would work for you.4I love his expression. 7
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 9/1/2005
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Hi Ahmed, Sorry it took me so long to get back to you. The shutter on this was 1/400 and the f 6.3. It was automatic settings on my camera which I find for my skill level are usually the best! Thanks for commenting. :)
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Judi Liosatos
{K:34047} 8/31/2005
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Such a cute expression....with great skin tones.
Judi
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ahmed saied
{K:8734} 8/30/2005
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I like the original , great focus and bakground isolatin .Please tell me the F number and the shutter speed of this photo . Thanks .
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Ahmed Ismail
{K:19853} 8/30/2005
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I would agree the first is better. Lovely expression...beautiful shot!
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Margaret Sturgess
{K:49403} 8/30/2005
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Fun, abd excellent a great capture of an expression, I think I prefer the original, the bit of colour from this sweatshirt adds to the composition Margaret
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Elizabeth O'Neal
{K:4436} 8/30/2005
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Nice capture of an everyday thoughtful expression. I like the first submission best. It has a little breathing room and there is nothing that detracts from your focus on his expression. Good job!
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Chris Spracklen
{K:32552} 8/30/2005
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An engaging portrait, Susie. Not much to choose between the two crops in my opinion. Best regards, Chris
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 8/30/2005
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Wow, thanks Mohamed. I really like yours too. Way better than my second choice. I didn't think of cropping it like that. I appreciate your input. Please feel free to play with any of my images. I learn so much that way! Best regards! Susie
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Linda Imagefree
{K:72276} 8/30/2005
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As far as the expression goes the impact for me is the same in all three crops...so you see, you don't have the market on indecision, I'm very good at that...hahahaha...Susie, I like what you did with the first one. The blue compliments his skin tones, and is nice and I also like him contrasted against the dark background. If you have to decide on a crop, after the first, the original, I like Mohamed's best...very well taken and presented...:):)
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Subhash Sen
{K:11931} 8/30/2005
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Great expressions &i like the one you posted over the cropped version,cheers,subhash.
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Ann Van Breemen
{K:13399} 8/30/2005
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I like the first image better, Susie. The tighter crop looks too cramped. Great expression. Can almost hear him saying, "Ummmmm". Excellent. Cheers, Ann.
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husniye yurtseven
{K:333} 8/30/2005
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beauty.....
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Elisabeth D'Amico
{K:6674} 8/30/2005
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You captured a really gorgeous expression. Eli:-)))
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Tracey Main
{K:7290} 8/30/2005
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GREAT.. I love that look and I'm sure I have one like this everyday lately, good capture Susie. I like them both as well but the first is my preferance..Trace
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Galal El Missary
{K:84569} 8/29/2005
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I like the first one , great expression & colors , Best regards .
Galal
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Sameh Odeh
{K:4717} 8/29/2005
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Very nice shot and Prefect for The Decisive Moment project 7/7.... I prefer The one in the comments susie,also the one posted by Mohammed is nice ... Best regards..and well done...
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Claude Lussier
{K:4626} 8/29/2005
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Tighteer cropped of what I look at, is more obvious then the first uploading, because what you want to expose is the expression on this face of young man and the shoulders are not necessary for. Capture indeed very good in the clear details. Bravo Claude.
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Kathy Hillard
{K:25721} 8/29/2005
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This is good, Suz. Definitely no on the tighter crop IMO. Doesn't bother me that the top of his head is out, though. I like it! (But...who is it?!) Kath (Just read the rest of the comments...I like your original post best, but I like Mohammad's post better if you crop more out...how about you?)
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Robert Kocs
{K:89085} 8/29/2005
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Nice portrait with deep tones. Love the nice lines and fine tones. Really good work dear Susie. Best regards! Robert
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Mohamed Banna
{K:34237} 8/29/2005
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7 from my heart to the great photographer who catch kid's moments from her heart...
well done..fits perfect in the project..
if you don't mind dear Susie i will post here my vision
sometimes i know it's the photographer vision... but here i found you "Undecided... "
:))))
have a great nice smiley day Susie
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Clifton Jones
{K:10688} 8/29/2005
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Great title....well captured portrait.....excellent DOF....splendid colors....superb work...............thank you again Susie for your wonderful comments............. Clifton......
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NN
{K:26787} 8/29/2005
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Hi Susie ... I prefer the main upload, but the other one isn?t bad either. A perfect title for this expression! Good work!
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Janet B
{K:16139} 8/29/2005
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Definitely the first image...looks well balanced with more room under his chin. Wonderful mood! Can tell he's thinking! Great portrait, Susie!
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Sam Graziano III
{K:14064} 8/29/2005
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Both are well Presented Susie. I like the First one better. I Love the Expression and the DOf you used. I have seen this look on my kids a few 1000000000 times. This is Priceless! GREAT capture!
Best Regards
Sam III
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Roberto Okamura
{K:22851} 8/29/2005
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Excellent portrait Susie! Beautiful deep expression and blury background! Congrats! Roberto.
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 8/29/2005
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Here's the tighter crop:
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