#journalprompt4

[btseke-blog]

Shot with Canon EOS 70D, Focal length 42; f stop 4.5; exposure time 1/800

I purposely shot this image extreme close up using the natural lighting to spark up the models eyes. My father is a photographer and taught me that when shooting a portrait always have a light lit on the models eyes to make them alive and intriguing. I did not use photoshop this is an original picture.

[kimbogdan-blog]

Nikon D3200; 55.00 mm; 1/20 sec; f/5.6; ISO 3200

For this portrait I wanted a more natural setting. The lights in the room, including the ceiling lights, the monitor in front of her, and the overhead screen to Callie's right contributed to a natural three point lighting system. It evened out the shadows while keeping enough to allow for depth. I changed the color of her hoodie slightly to allow her to draw attention more. The screen to the right may attract too much attention, but it also may contribute to the 'natural student environment' idea. I wanted a more dynamic portrait than just the regular head and shoulders, so her pose, and the framing of monitors in front of her, add to the effect. Thanks Callie for posing for me! :D