too harsh?

[Grain]

too harsh?

http://www.thesoundplace.com/images/dan2.jpg

[Anke]

Verging on it, but I like the effect and I like the pic

[strmrdr]

yes but I kinda like it.

[rammy]

Only because the left side of the image is too dark I think.

I would like to see his right eye to balance the shot and the left side of the face curves through the middle of the composition. Try 2/3 face in the frame or 1/3 of the left side only.

[Hellashot]

Too harsh. You cannot see his right eye. It's solid black.

[feilb]

I like a stark hard portrait every now and then. I feel a little to close and that the skin is a bit to oily looking. Also, the light is very hot on the cheek and the eye is blown out. Work on reigning that back in and you will have a better image.

[vwyob]

Its good, don't get me wrong. But I know what you are capable of and its weak for you. Almost like a half hearted attempt. If something does not feel right , then ditch it.

[SWPhotoImaging]

I think if the light had been toned down just a tad, it would be awesome.
I like the black shadow, but not the blown out highlights and the oversharpened look of the bright details.

[3dog]

Very good shot IMO. I'd like to see only half the guys face because of the direct light. I think you are on the right track just a little more.