Self Portrait

I'm relatively new to photography, always learning something new. I wanted to take a picture of myself, matte and frame it and give to my wife as a gift. This what I came up with (less the photoshop frame).

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I think the scene is setup perfect; the sky and part of your hat look overexposed though... You may consider taking that shot later in the day when the sky isn't as bright.

I like it. It tells a story and I am sure that the photo describes what she loves about your personality. Great job.

I think your wife would love this! I like the edit too. If she is not 'into' photography as such she will not even realise the sky is over exposed!

Like it a bunch. Great pose. Dog completes shot. Also, perfect use of a guitar as a prop! Actual PLAYER makes use of guitar acceptable every time.

Agree with others that overall, the shot is a bit blown out--probably due to hour of day taken. Maybe a reshoot early morning or evening would reduce some of the sun glare.

dave

Other than the blown out sky, it is nice. I think that it would have worked better (for my eyes) if it were black and white. Sepia kills it for me. Good job and keep shooting.

I tend to agree with the sepia, if it is desaturated a bit it looks fabulous. I think your wife will treasure this one, I would.

I think self portraits are though and you did wonderfully. I love the color tone of the sepia and the textures.

Very nice..I like it alot.

When I say "Dm", it means D minor not D minus . I'll add myself to the list of fans... only quip is overexposure. Cheers, Tony

Thanks folks.
Like I said, this is all pretty much new to me and I appreciate all the advice y'all are giving.

snyderman wrote in post #7795310
Like it a bunch. Great pose. Dog completes shot. Also, perfect use of a guitar as a prop! Actual PLAYER makes use of guitar acceptable every time.

Agree with others that overall, the shot is a bit blown out--probably due to hour of day taken. Maybe a reshoot early morning or evening would reduce some of the sun glare.

dave

Well, it's not just a prop....I actually play it

Great photo!! Set up very nicely.

I actually like the blown out sky since it draws my attention right to your face. But on the other hand, you have so much set up in the photo that it takes a while to notice it all...

but, I'm a noob too...