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[analog] berliner doorkeeper
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What I think?
Well, I quite like it, her bemused expression in particular-
I wonder if some things might have been done differently though-
She’s quite central in the frame, perhaps she needs to be completely central-
the background has gone a bit dynamic, due to you shooting from your eye level,
and perhaps doesn’t suit the otherwise static and quite statuesque pose-
I wonder if a lowered viewpoint might have been better,
in that it would have made the film vertical, and corrected the geometry of the doors?There are a few distractions in the frame, in particular, the man behind her,
which confuses her outline- and the bodies to the right maybe don’t help either-Once you had her attention,
perhaps there might have been a few moments in which you could have waited to allow the distractions to clear-The most important thing was the taking of it though-
and you certanly got that, so well done-j
ok this is the criticism I like.
loads of stuff to learn from. unfortunately I am shy and not confident when shooting people.
I spotted his black coat from 50mtrs, pre-set the camera and shoot with the wideangle when passing by, hoping that I got eye contact.
and just after scanning I realized of the distractions.so, I am happy but just half way.
the expression is classic – happy or unhappy ? should you run away or stay ?
You did well to catch a great moment, its just a pity that guy is behind her, especially where the leg extends from the door keepers hand
He is just well shaved, Joseph.
I agree with J’s critique, the picture would be improved if the perspective was different, it was shot from a lower angle. His expression is very interesting, and the pose is great, but the small details ruin the overall image.
Love the expression Gigi…
It’s kinda strange, the long coat reminds me of that thing in cartoons, when a kid would sit on another kids shoulders to make them look like an adult.
For a “walk-by” its a great picture. Getting no distractions would involve at least 2 assistants and a return trip ar 3am. Those glass doors were always going to be responsible for some bogus reflection in the background, how about the luggage trolly obscured by the guy. I’d have preferred a slightly softer grain. Agree about lower shooting angle, though it would be harder to frame the subject
How about going back and taking it again? I’ll come with you to ask, though I dont spraken de germanSmashing shot
Sean
Very good. I agree with the criticisms mentioned so far, but I think this is a great shot. And you could even be three quarters happy. Especially considering it’s a walkby. It looks like you stopped and asked what surely is a him, to pose.
I don’t think the perspective is too high though, and I’m not sure if it’s too noisy or not.
Seriously Gigi, I think this is one of the best images I have seen on PI.
The expression and clothing are almost 1930’s Manhattan – yet timeless in their own way. I really think it is a standout image.
I can imagine that this image will only get better as time goes on too. The figure in the background I think complements the scene in a strange way. Because it conveys what this man does for a living, yet does not detract from the main focus which is an occupational portrait.
I’m not sure what your main interest is but this type of urban/street image could really be your forte if you chose to further develop your technique.
Outstanding. :D
Seoirse wrote:
The expression and clothing are almost 1930’s Manhattan – yet timeless in their own way. I really think it is a standout image.
I can imagine that this image will only get better as time goes on too. The figure in the background I think complements the scene in a strange way. Because it conveys what this man does for a living, yet does not detract from the main focus which is an occupational portrait.
Outstanding. :D
I’d agree with the above, I can’t understand why anyone would suggest the photo would be better without the guy going in the doors….but that’s subjectivity for you. :D
Great image.
wow I just forgot about this image and I missed those comments!!!!
thanks everyone, my head has just grown few inches bigger :D :D
sure I will keep in mind all the suggestions for the future!!!Him or her – surely a him – there seems to be a difference of opinion.
btw, a great expression and outfit – all the rest is just background noise!
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