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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 7/27/2008
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Arif -- Thanks so much. Happiness is contagious and wonderful!
--Best wishes, Jan
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Arif Ertan Ersoy (aersoy)
{K:27380} 7/27/2008
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hello jan:) great moment to capture! the man's expression and happiness is amazing,
nicely captured!
be well,
arif
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 7/5/2008
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Joao -- Thanks so much for your kind remarks.
--Best wishes to you, Jan
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Joao Sousa
{K:1796} 7/5/2008
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Very expressive portrait, I like the expression.
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 7/1/2008
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Nicole -- Thanks so much for your comments!
--Best wishes to you, Jan
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Nicole Besch
{K:72664} 7/1/2008
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When I have look at this shot I have to laugh too...LOL!!! Great shot of him and sometimes we don't laugh enough!!I like the washed out background too because it's a good contrast to the laughing man.
Very well done Jan!
Regards,Nicole
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/22/2008
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Michele -- Thanks so much -- you nailed the thought I had about Michael; thank goodness there are people like him that can add laughter and joy to our lives. I agree, this is by far from photographically correct -- it was cropped with no manipulation -- I fought the temptation to adjust the background and just let it rip! :)
--Best to you, Jan
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Michele Carlsen
{K:146013} 6/22/2008
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Hi Jan - Great candid portrait here - It is obvious how this man lights up a picture so I know what You mean about lighting up a room too - some people just have this gift - (Thank God)
I love how the details of his face and skin are dark and visible, while the BG is blown out a bit - It may not be photographically correct (??)) I wouldn've know - BUT I love it this way - Excellent shot for me !!!! 7/7
All The Best,
Michele~
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/22/2008
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Thanks, Nessa. Michael has that effect on everyone that meets him.
--Best wishes, Jan
PS: Saw a picture you posted in March of Hollie; how recent is that? My tired old eyes make me think she is prettier than ever. A truly top-notch portrait!
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vanessa shakesheff
{K:68840} 6/22/2008
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It is one of the pictures that makes you smile as soon as you see him..great shot..nessa
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/20/2008
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Robert -- thanks for your comments.
--Best to you, Jan
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Robert Gaither
{K:34128} 6/20/2008
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I know I wish we could be happy all the time what a nice emotion. Excellent photograph and capture.
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/18/2008
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My dear Srna --
Thank you so much! Always from the heart!
--Best to you, Jan
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Srna Stankovic
{K:172232} 6/18/2008
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Hello dear Jan :)))
You ve been missed my dear Friend !!! :)))
As always !!! :)))
Wonderfully spontaneous portrait with so very special mood, yeah, you succeed to show us his friendship and character !!! :)))
Love the figuers in b/g, they do enhance the whole atmosphere and I do like DOF made this way.
So very moving and expressive portrait !!!
As always all the best and warm hugs,
Srna
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/18/2008
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Hello, AJ! I will retire at the end of December and then be be back in full force. For the time being just popping in and out; just renewed my donor status and plan to be here over the long haul. Thanks for your comments on this picture; I decided that this one would be straight out of the camera except for a crop.
--Best to you, Jan
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Jan Hoffman
{K:39467} 6/18/2008
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Avi -- Thanks for the greeting and the comments. It is good to hear from you!
--Best wishes, Jan
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AJ Miller
{K:49168} 6/18/2008
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Well, looks who's just popped in! I hope it's not just a fleeting visit...
Despite the busy background, the DOF helps keep the main subject prominent. Not sure I agree with Avi - the washed out background helps this prominence. My nit-pick would be the fact that the chap at lower left has had his face sliced in half.
AJ
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Avi
{K:70138} 6/18/2008
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Welcome back Jan ! .. the spontaneity of the moment catches the eye, above all other technical nitpicks (like a bit washed out backdrop). The other figure in DOF also helps to create the mood.
cheers !
Avi
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