When I went to the Ren Fair this year, I did so with the intent on breaking out of my mold. It seems like every year I go and simply photograph the joust, and the action of performers. This year, I wanted to get some of the other people in a natural state, i.e. the vendors and lesser known performers. This gentleman was sitting outside a booth waiting for customers to walk up. I took position about 25 feet away and waited for him to look at me. He finally did, but only for a moment and I fired the shutter and got this frame.
*** Post Challenge- Ummm Wow... I am totally stoked. I wasn't sure whether or not the score would be enough to ribbon. I didn't post my score all week in the thread because truthfully, it kept slowly going up and I didn't want to jinx it. Thanks to everyone for all the kind wishes and thanks to all those who've helped me improve, you know who you are.
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Verrry nice! I love the jovial spirit you captured. So many of these types of portraits are so serious. This is delightful! Congratulations on your red ribbon!
However, unlike a gypsy or any other 3rd world oddity, this is just a regular guy in a costume. You found a regular guy - someone just like you or me - and made him look like a star. You took Joe and made him in to King Henry.
great portrait. if i hadn't read your comments on it, i would've thought you got this guy to pose for you. either way, it works very well... most likely better because it's a candid and he's eyeing you a bit suspiciously. congrats!
Wow it's like a mini-V.C. reunion... thanks guys and glad to see you all are doing well. This just makes me long for the next DPL. I'd love to get the gang back together!
Lovely shot, I like that you chose B&W. I gave it a 9. The light on his cap and beard provide great texture, and the cap, beard, and the rings on his hand provide a nice triangle of interest that holds my eye. Congratulations on your first ribbon and a PB!
Hmm, looks more like a Renaissance Fair performer. ;-)
Crazy cool patterns in the beard. Ideally could use a little more light on the face, maybe the hat caused a shadow. Not sure if B&W was the optimal choice here, as tarot cards are generally colorful.
I really like this image, it is very well done, but he looks more like a Magician to me. The rings would indicate worldly wealth, more suitable to a wizard or magician. This brings my score points down, but the image is really well done.
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