Thanks, Dana. I'm not really dissatisfied with the score...if it had scored any higher it would have been my best score and taken the #1 spot on my profile. As it is, it will probably still be on my profile forever. :( Oh well, not too bad for a last minute snapshot using a table top tripod and autofocus, huh? :) Thanks, everyone, for all the comments.
Composition: 7, Great composition. I like the creative feel that comes with shots that don't include the entire face/head
Technical: 8, Masterful DOF control. Excellent focus and lighting.
Appeal: 8, Good comfortable expression and smile
Challenge: 8
Overall Calculated Average Score: 8
hey I guess its you? :D I like lighting like this with half face, but the shadow under your eyes make you look so scary :D Scaryman! Very good portrait :)
I love tightly cropped portraits as you get to explore every detail of a person's face. I like the low catchlight in your eye too. one distrcation is the reflections on your teeth. I would have cloned them out.
I love the way your eyes came out. Very nice. Great black and white, great lighting, and exceptional clarity. You are a handsome man -- close enough to kiss! I'm married, forgive me! 10 solid.
I don't know who this is, but it's a great self portrait. Love the lighting and composition but most of all, I love the smile. You've captured a great grin!! 10