Portraits

      What I think makes a good portrait-  A good portrait of someone can be only forced so much.  It is important to consider the backround and atmosphere of the shot to add elements of unity and balance to the photo, but you cannot tell someone to make an awesome face and expect it to be an amazing portrait.  There is a bit of luck involved in portrait photography, capturing the right moment with the subject.

 I like the texture and lighting in this photo alot.  It's not very typical of a portrai, kinda creepy in a way.

 I like this photo because it breaks the rule of thirds but works perfectly.  Also the baby looks so serious, which is unique in a baby shot. 

 I like the simplicity of the portrait, but is very drawing to my eye

 I like this rolling stones cover because he seems like he just came out of a show, and there is a contrast between his enviornment and what he is wearing.

 I like this portrait because it catches the raw energy and emotion of the moment.  Not much of a personal portrait, but it could definantly be cover art for one of the band's album.

 This portrait is also very raw and intriguing.  Her expression seems so realistic in the sense that it seems like she is in the room.

 This is an interesting candid shot that was eventually going to be a photoshoot. 

 Another cool candid portrait, definantly has an element of realness and kinda touches out to the viewer.

 Another candid portrait, very lucky positioning of the child and the flower.

Awesome texture and lighting.  Very intriguing face.

This is a framing role I did, it involves the center object, which is a statue of a holy figure, inbetween the arches.  I like th feel of it, however i wish the frame was a little less crooked and that i burned the sides of the picture a little more.