Looks like Paul... is it Paul? So many wonderful things here. His smiling face controls the darkness. The outfit speaks bits and pieces of a story, which is great. Fave.
Really fine portrait. Every minimal detail in the face is beautifully seen and contributes to a truly expressive whole. All that darkness to the right gives a feeling of forward movement. So well done.
This image has caused me to stop and pay attention. That means it is in my 7-10 voting band. (Voted earlier)
Additionally, it is highly interesting/eclectic meaning it keeps me here long enough to offer a longer comment and a vote of 8 or more.
This is one of my 9s - I like it very much. Furthermore I think it enriches the DPC collective portfolio. Put simply, I wish we saw more stuff like this. Let me tell you why it pushes all the right buttons for me:
1. I like unusual portraits - this really fits the bill.
2. Brilliant, really brilliant lighting.
3. Love the empty space behind him - it makes the shot.
4. Great expression.
5. Great depiction of texture.
6. Very well controlled exposure.
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