Nothing special on exposure. The focus on the face is just a little soft by design. The model has some great experience lines, but here I tried to make him look a little younger rather than somebody in my league.
Post shot processing was mostly levels, cropping, and unsharp mask, and a couple of mode changes. Generally, I prefer the basic rules, but this one really could have used a couple of touch ups (label on the bat, reflection on the nose, etc.)
I tried blowing out the shirt on purpose as well, but I expect that I might get killed in the voting because of it. I'm trying to figure out whether that serves as a little bit of a frame and could use a few comments to help decide.
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Really love this shot for the DOF (love the way the background is blurred) and also love the tight cropping composition. Highlights are a little blown out. Well done overall, I really enjoyed this picture.
Horizontal crop is excellent. Definitely gives the feeling of being in the audience at a baseball game. The added space between the face and the right of the crop gives a great feeling of him looking at the pitcher or incoming ball. Excellent contrast, beautiful monotone. "10"
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