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20-DEC-2008

just me
by jrdu

This is a seasonal reality check to let my friends and relatives know what I've become. I'm into self portraits not because I want to show my face, but because I can't get anyone to pose for me. I'm still trying to work out how to shoot portraits with my new camera. Don't expect much progress this millennium.

Sony Alpha DSLR A-900
1/160s f/2.0 at 50.0mm iso200 hide exif
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Date/Time20-Dec-2008 15:14:56
MakeSony
ModelDSLR-A900
Flash UsedNo
Focal Length50 mm
Exposure Time1/160 sec
Aperturef/2
ISO Equivalent200
Exposure Bias
White Balance
Metering Modemulti spot (3)
JPEG Quality
Exposure Programmanual (1)
Focus Distance

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mlynn 07-Jan-2009 00:37
Very nicely done. --Melanie
Jerry Curtis29-Dec-2008 20:36
Very nice portrait, John.
If the "just me" means you're alone this season, that's too bad. At least you have the company of your STF friends ;-)
Helen Betts29-Dec-2008 01:39
Excellent self-portrait, John. I especially like the use of B&W.
Franky2005 21-Dec-2008 20:26
John, you are a real master of self portraits. This one is excellent! For me not Godfather x, but a Russian nuclear physicist, who is going to win a noble price. ;-)
Tabrizi 21-Dec-2008 06:22
What a handsome & charismatic guy I befriend with... Really nice one John...
Sony Forums Challenges21-Dec-2008 05:59
Very nice, John...The high key OOF background really enhances your shot. Nicely cropped/positioned, with good lighting and detail. Well done. MFC
Katherine Stanback's Photos21-Dec-2008 00:53
Excellent self-portrait - I like the sharp details and serious expression!
inframan 21-Dec-2008 00:29
After subsequent looks, I must amend my previous comment.
Not the *same* drama as the other 2. This is more like Godfather 4. ;)
Love it.
inframan 20-Dec-2008 16:03
Not quite the drama of the other two, but still excellent imo.
I particularly like the Avedon-like show-every-pore & wrinkle.