I don’t know exactly what it is, but there is something about this image that just slays me.
(Yes, Karim, it is grainy, and one eye is out-of-focus…but that’s how we roll here).
I don’t know exactly what it is, but there is something about this image that just slays me.
(Yes, Karim, it is grainy, and one eye is out-of-focus…but that’s how we roll here).
One of your best, Mark. And that’s saying a lot. Congratulations.
Really Peter??
I mean–many thanks! I’m glad I’m not the only one that likes it…it just has that combination of intangibles for me.
I believe some pretty well regarded photographer said once… Sharpness is a bourgeois concept
I like the cool pastel tones – gives off a very angelic (or unicornic) vibe.
Thanks Jordan—definitely very Junicorny.
Junicorny, I totally missed that opportunity. Dang
This is beautiful Mark. Beautiful. Print it. Make wall space if you have to!
I think a nuanced part of why this works so well is that you used a standard lens. It would have been technically better if you stood back with a portrait lens, but that would take away the intimacy between the viewer and subject.
But I think you misunderstand me. Sure, only one eye is in focus, but if I had a 50% chance of winning the lottery, I’d take it. And as far as grain goes, make no mistake, I love grain. 16mm is an awesome format, as I’ve said before, and I’m glad to see you keep it going.
❤
Thanks Karim,
16mm???
My attempt at deadpan humour seems to have missed its target and landed on civilians.
(hey hey…)
It’s a moment Mark. A wonderful one. They are hard to explain but they move you! It’s like you have caught the transition Baby J to J in a split second.
Hope you are well!