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MissChievous · 05-17-2006, 04:02 AM #1 (**permalink**)

OK as some of you may know, I dabble with photography on the side. I've been doing self-portrait shots lately, not because I'm so self-absorbed or something and think I need a million pictures of myself, but rather because I don't know a lot of people here that I can ask to pose/model for me and I have no one else that I can take pictures of the way that I want to. I have certain ideas in my head what I want to do, so it's easier to just do the stuff myself.

Now, I'm posting them here rather than on a photography forum because it's mostly girls and I don't want any wrong attention from guys and lewd comments and such, hehe. So anyway, here's some pics I've been playing with, can you girls tell me which - if any - you like the most? Or if there's any you don't like, feel free to tell me too.

These were taken with my Canon 20D, and a bit of work done in Photoshop but nothing dramatic.

#1

#2

#3

#4

And I'll just throw this one in cuz I kinda like it, it's different though, it's from a few days ago.

#5

So any comments/suggestions please if you feel so inclined to give me some feedback, that would be great.

asteffey · 05-17-2006, 04:41 AM #2 (**permalink**)

I really like #3 & #4 out of the geisha pics.

this might sound sort of odd, but i think the lines created by your bangs onto your nose in contrast with the dark eye makeup and the shadows makes for a really interesting image. it is sort of delicate in the face area, and then your eyes travel down to see the sharpness of the robe. i really like that picture.

as far as #4 goes, if you are looking for something typical for a geisha pose, i think you nailed it there. it is such a rich image: the folds in the robe's fabric, your hair, and the nooks of your back are really interesting. i think seeing the back bare is one of the winning factors.

as far as the other two, i have two simple comments to make as to why i did not pick them. they are all beautiful, keep in mind!

#1. it looks like sort of a desolate picture, there is more shadow in the picture rather than you; therefore, i am not sure i like it.

#2. this is a breathtaking picture, but it seems too posed.

the last "random" picture is amazing.

how about i fly you to LA and you do my wedding pictures in about 2 years?

MissChievous · 05-17-2006, 04:53 AM #3 (**permalink**)

Thanks for the comments, was interesting to read someone else's take on the pictures! I like #4 as well but it's technically not perfect, the camera isn't completely in focus, my face is slightly blurred. I sharpened it as much as I could get away with in Photoshop but would have liked for it to be clearer. It was hard to do that shot because I had to focus it myself by reaching backwards, then get in place while the thing was set on a timer, so it's pretty much trial & error with those kind of shots.

Thanks for the feedback.

asteffey · 05-17-2006, 05:04 AM #4 (**permalink**)

trial & error!!

so much more impressive learning about the routine!

Holstrom4 · 05-17-2006, 10:32 AM #5 (**permalink**)

I like #2 & #4. The lighting/shadows on #2 are so pretty. Good Luck with your photography!

midnightlouise · 05-17-2006, 11:38 AM #6 (**permalink**)

I like the 2nd one best, but they are all really good. I like the interplay of light & shadow you have going on in all of them. Very nice!

aquadisia · 05-17-2006, 06:54 PM #7 (**permalink**)

2, 4.

2 could be brightened up, though.

brandiisamonkey · 05-17-2006, 07:06 PM #8 (**permalink**)

I really like #2,3 and 4 though like you said 4 is kind of blurry but I think the softness is nice, sometimes the best pictures are the ones that tecnically AREN'T perfect

my fave out of those is #3 though I think its a truely stunning photo I like everything about it... and the last extra pic is amazing, thats something i'd liek to have framed on my wall stunning

Juneplum · 05-17-2006, 10:00 PM #9 (**permalink**)

# 2 is my fave from the geisha bunch, but the last one is STELLAR!

MissChievous · 05-18-2006, 05:39 AM #10 (**permalink**)

thanks for the feedback.

neotrad · 05-23-2006, 08:37 AM #11 (**permalink**)

(As I am Japanese) I dig #2 for a geisha look best!
#5 is a great photo as well!

That outfit looks more like chinese though you'd definitely look stunning in a real kimono(what geisha wears)!

I like how all these pictures came out anyway!

MissChievous · 05-23-2006, 10:59 AM #12 (**permalink**)

Quote:

Originally Posted by neotrad

(As I am Japanese) I dig #2 for a geisha look best!
#5 is a great photo as well!

That outfit looks more like chinese though you'd definitely look stunning in a real kimono(what geisha wears)!

I like how all these pictures came out anyway!

Yes you are right, it's more Chinese. Geisha is not an accurate name for this series at all, I just didn't know what the appropriate term would be.

Wearing a real kimono would be amazing but I don't have one, hehe.

Thanks!

msthrope · 05-25-2006, 08:31 AM #13 (**permalink**)

the light and shadow in the photos is wonderful in terms of the atmophere it creates.

where did you get that robe?

MissChievous · 05-26-2006, 01:18 AM #14 (**permalink**)

Quote:

Originally Posted by msthrope

where did you get that robe?

In Chinatown here in Montreal.

M.A.C*Attack · 05-26-2006, 02:27 AM #15 (**permalink**)

Quote:

Originally Posted by MissChievous

OK as some of you may know, I dabble with photography on the side. I've been doing self-portrait shots lately, not because I'm so self-absorbed or something and think I need a million pictures of myself, but rather because I don't know a lot of people here that I can ask to pose/model for me and I have no one else that I can take pictures of the way that I want to. I have certain ideas in my head what I want to do, so it's easier to just do the stuff myself.

Now, I'm posting them here rather than on a photography forum because it's mostly girls and I don't want any wrong attention from guys and lewd comments and such, hehe. So anyway, here's some pics I've been playing with, can you girls tell me which - if any - you like the most? Or if there's any you don't like, feel free to tell me too.

These were taken with my Canon 20D, and a bit of work done in Photoshop but nothing dramatic.

And I'll just throw this one in cuz I kinda like it, it's different though, it's from a few days ago.

So any comments/suggestions please if you feel so inclined to give me some feedback, that would be great.

BEAUTIFUL JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!

MY FAVES ARE 2 & 4 THEY JUST LEFT ME IN AWE!

THEY SHOULD ALL BE IN A GALLERY......

kaliraksha · 05-31-2006, 06:52 PM #16 (**permalink**)

I think you capture that essence in #3. #2 is the prettiest to me. #4 is hot. and your last pic is beeeaauutiful.

honestly, #1 although its a good pic of you ... your other ones are just much more artistic

mia88 · 06-16-2006, 12:19 AM #17 (**permalink**)

I know this is late, but I just came across this now! I think number three is amazing

Pei · 06-16-2006, 02:50 PM #18 (**permalink**)

IMO, No 2 is most representive of a Geisha.

No 3 portrays the modern Geisha. (U seem so unreal, v unique)

Overall, beautiful pics with lovely shadow casting.

ska_wiking · 06-18-2006, 04:36 PM #19 (**permalink**)

i love them! the look its wonderful! love the shadows! and you white skin

but i love more he last one! it's.. ohhhhhh!!

i think i want one like this..

ilovexnerdsx · 07-13-2006, 11:48 PM #20 (**permalink**)

the second, third, and last pictures are breathtaking

coachkitten · 07-14-2006, 02:08 AM #21 (**permalink**)

You are so beautiful! I think that #3 is my favorite overall!

kalice · 03-29-2007, 06:27 PM #22 (**permalink**)

They're all so gorgeous! Lol, i think i added you on my flickr.

For #4, i think a little more contrast on the shoulder' dodge/burn a little in photoshop would give it slightly more dimension, as it draws the eyes in. Nonetheless its beautiful already.

I love #5 much more than the other ones. Silk is pretty in photos, but there's something honest and pure about the texture of cotton or linen that comes across the camera so well