Fear
This photo has provoked some discussion as to whether the image is more powerful with or without the lips. It is an interesting discussion and I think I have concluded that by narrowing down the distractions from other features of the face, you draw more attention to the eyes. That is just my opinion and I would love to hear further feedback.
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midzing
beautiful shot,,, well done
Mark Elshout replied
Thank you for your kind comment. Glad you liked the shot.
Dinni H
great shot and treatment!
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks Dinni. I appreciate your comments.
ambageo
Nice one! If you allow me, it would be equally interesting without the sweater covering her lips, it would be even more direct.
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks for the suggestion. This concept was influenced by a shot of a middle-eastern girl who’s eyes created a bundle of attention since most of her face was covered. I think the aim to gather attention into her eyes was achieved but the fabric texture is possibly a little distracting and if I was to aim to photograph this style of shot in the future, I would certainly source less distracting fabric. There are a stack of shots of this model throughout my portfolio and this is the only one where I got rid of her lips! Thanks for your feedback. I do appreciate it.
Shelly Hiebert
Not to get into the middle of all of this but I like the sweater how it is placed. All attention is then focussed on those stunning eyes this way. I have a similar shot but using a scarf with just the eyes showing with the same picture you mention in mind. You have presented this very nicely and the lighting and clarity are bang on. A very wonderful image :)
Cody Grimsrud
nice treatment!
i like it.
cheers!
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks Cody. It has been a bit of a discussion point of late. The great debate about hiding the lips or exposing them. A great discussion in light of educating oneself. Glad you liked it!
Jane Brack
This is so stunning! I agree wholeheartedly! It would not have the same impact without the fabric. Beautiful shot!
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks Jane and thanks for spending the time to look through my portfolio too!
Mojca Savicki
Very beautiful!
Mark Elshout replied
Thank you Mojca. This photo has been the source of some discussion. Glad you like it.
David Holmes
beautifull shot, great tones and detail
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks David. I appreciate your feedback.
Stephen Colquitt
Super wide eyes. Very good
David Holmes
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks for the featuring!
Songmistress
Powerful! Congrats on the well-deserved feature in Pathway To The Soul!
Mark Elshout replied
Thank you so much. And thanks for visiting my photos.
Mary Campbell
I think eyes are very appealing, it’s why women with head scarfs hold that allure.
This definately works well.
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks for your input Mary and I can’t agree more. I am always drawn to the eyes.
sketchesofcoop
Brilliant!
Mark Elshout replied
Thank you very much.
Anaa
Awesome! powerful capture :)
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks Anaa. Appreciate your kind words!
shararat
i love eyes…..Killer
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks very much shararat. I am glad you like it!
Paul Cons
very well-framed…
Mark Elshout replied
Thank you Paul for your kind words
Mark Snelling
Beautiful work, me likes…
Mark Elshout replied
Thanks. There are a few shots like this floating around and I was inspired by a poster of a similar nature. I just put my spin on the shot!
Taylor Sawyer 27 days ago
This image will be featured with the rest of the top ten and two honorable mentions. You are now invited to submit it to the group so that it may be featured!
Mark Elshout replied 26 days ago
Thanks so much!