Winter Portrait attempt

[GerVaj08]

I like this one best. Please CC and it'll help me more in the future!
I think I still need more hints and tips from you guys :D Its not the best...

http://i856.photobucket.com/albums/ab129/gervaj08/Senior%20Photos/Bao01.png

[hslxsmd]

was it cloudy? lighting seems flat. try on a sunny day or using a flash to make the subject pop. beautiful subject tho.

[GorgeShooter]

Not much detail in the shadows (her hair). Her expression seems forced (Do I really have to smile?). Not a very good background IMO.

[usukshooter]

It's a bit cool - I would add some warmth. I agree about the forced smile.

[ScottKCooper]

It's a bit cool - I would add some warmth. I agree about the forced smile.
It's Minnesota... ;)

[GerVaj08]

Not much detail in the shadows (her hair). Her expression seems forced (Do I really have to smile?). Not a very good background IMO.


Haha, I could see that.. I'm guessing that how she smiles. All the picture I took she seem to make that smile. This place looks beautiful during the summer time... Thanks for the tips, I'll give it more shadows on her hair :D

[firebugg]

I like it. I think if you were trying to capture some of the winter mood, you did that. I think a bit more fill flash might bring out the hair. Her black hair with that setting is going to blend. As for the smile, it is what it is. To someone who knows her that may look perfectly natural. .........Shawn

[Rockney]

Watch your background...

[williejr]

Watch your background...

- Looks like the antenna is growing out of her head.
- The expression of her face is not very flattering.
- Bump up the exposure and brightness a tad. Looks a tad under.

[stsva]

Along with getting rid of the busy background, take her out of the center of the frame - put her to one side and balance with other elements.