Mac- Great image. I like the tough look, the dark and subtle lighting. I think people need to get their monitors calibrated if they think it is too dark.
Not sure what to make of this. I expect this is meant to be a portrait that displays some of her personality. From that perspective, I think it probably accomplished the goal.
An incredible portrait that is crisp, sharp and properly framed and composed - a technical success in every way. From an artistic standpoint, it has significant impact being richly colored with excellant detail. A demonstration of the power of properly controlled light and focus. Well done.
Really quite a stunning image. I wish that the shouders were more even and that the body jewelry were not present but other than that I think this is great. I love the lighting and the overall mood of the image, and I really like the expression.