My original thought was to paint a face like a clown and have a selection of red foam balls for "Picking Your Nose," but a lack of time and suitable props conspired against me. Next choice was a steaming metal chain for "Chain Smoking." This was Plan C, and I'm sure I'll get killed anyway by the more literal-minded for not meeting the challenge. I just hope enough people appreciate the humor that I'm not totally embarrassed.
This shot was taken with the kit lens and 420ex flash with Sto-Fen diffuser. Cropped, rotated, USM, levels and the yellow channel was adjusted overall a bit.
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Composition: Subject Placement, Cropping, Background (20% Weight): 5
Technical: Focus, Exposure, Lighting, Processing (20% Weight): 5
Appeal: Is it Interesting, Motivating, Etc. (30% Weight): 5
How well does it meet the challenge (30% Weight): 6
Total Rating (Rounded) 5
Nicely shot - well framed, I like the skin tones and though it's slightly overexposed on her cheeks, I dont' mind it because it gives us the bright glint in her eye. It looks like she was having fun, which is sometimes the hardest thing of all to shoot.
I love it. Very clever interpretation of the topic, and a nice portrait besides. If you want to polish this image a bit once the challenge is over, you might consider cooling the hotspots on the model's cheek and nose.
Exceptionally ORIGINAL take on the challenge. A breath of fresh air when compared to the multitude of nail biting images!
Excellent composition, focus, lighting. The only thing I would suggest to improve the image is a very dark colored "pillow" (or whatever her head is on). The current color is close enough to the skin tone that it doesn't make much contrast. That's a VERY minor point with no points deducted - but a way to make it "sing" just a little louder.
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