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05-Oct-2011 Jim Stiles

_MG_33694.JPG

Bothell, Washington

Self Portrait

I shot this today as part of a photo assignment in a forum in which I participate in Facebook, called Photography Tips and Tricks. The assignment was to shoot a head shot, maximize lighting, and draw out the individuals personality. Since I'm no portrait photographer I decided to use myself as the model.

BTW, exciting news from today. As a result of my tiger photo winning the zoo's contest for the calendar cover, our local newspaper, the Everett Herald interviewed me today and will publish the story in about 2-3 weeks. The tiger photo will be on the front page and they'll publish and additional two photos with the article! WOOOOOHOOOOO!!!!!


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Pete Hemington10-Oct-2011 20:43
I won't challenge you to a quick draw!!!
Terry_O10-Oct-2011 16:51
When are you going to star in the next Western movie? This is
a wonderful character study, even if it is of yourself. The lighting
is spot on. Your work continues to inspire me to keep learning!
Guest 08-Oct-2011 22:39
WOOOOOHOOOOO! You look so serious... good shot and hat...
hal 07-Oct-2011 23:18
Congrats on your tiger success and resultant recognition !
And this portrait is outstanding Jim.
You certainly had an excellent and handsome subject to work with !
Frank Kavanagh Photography07-Oct-2011 20:17
An excellent self portrait Jim, congratulations on the zoo sucess also.
When the article is published, please send me on the link to the paper, please.
Cindy Flood06-Oct-2011 12:41
Very nice SP. I like that you chose to include your hand. It adds additional interest to the composition.
Congratulations on your success.
Steve Mockford06-Oct-2011 08:50
Congratulations on the tiger shot Jim. Great SP as well.
Bob Stevens 06-Oct-2011 05:06
Awesome self-portrait and great news about your publication.