If I get that exact jacket and stand in that exact lighting, will I look that good? Not a chance, but I like to think so, nonetheless. Just as well, because if I did, I would have to hire people to follow me everywhere with those lights, and it would get expensive....
Comment by choltmeier: Great lighting. His face really pops. I'd like to know more about your lighting setup. I'm guessing you have a softbox or umbrella on both sides at about 45 degrees. Slight criticism: The background almost looks fake because the light on him is so sharp and considerably lighter. I think the strobes would be a little more natural if you brought up the ambient slightly. Then again, this has a very unique and punchy style exactly as is. My favorite so far. 10
Comment by heavyj: Great portrait. The only thing that bugs me is that he stands out too much from the background...almost like he's in front of a poster. Perhaps a higher exposure on the backdrop of this would have given it that extra edge IMO. Still, wonderful shot, wonderful editing to the model.
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