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Images => People, Portraits, Street, PJ & Cityscapes => Topic started by: Almass on August 17, 2016, 15:59:20

Title: Serenity
Post by: Almass on August 17, 2016, 15:59:20
Serenity. For some it is a running stream.....a lake.......a flower.....

For me it is simply this...






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Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: armando_m on August 17, 2016, 16:11:05
Beautifully executed portrait
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Post by: Jakov Minić on August 17, 2016, 16:20:43
The low contrast of the image adds to the serenity.
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Post by: Olivier on August 17, 2016, 17:00:11
hello
It is technically well done but I don't see serenity here. She looks pretty hard to me. Still a good image!
Olivier
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: rosko on August 17, 2016, 18:17:13
Superb portrait indeed !

However, like Olivier, it doesn't inspire me serenity. I would rather feel some disdain, indifference.

I like it anyway. ;)

Very well done.
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: John Geerts on August 17, 2016, 20:59:46
Great portrait.  I am with Francis and Oliver but the term 'arrogance' comes to mind ;) 
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Post by: Airy on August 17, 2016, 21:21:34
Milder - severity maybe (had she looked into the viewer's eyes, then , yes...). The tied hair and "clean" makeup contribute to this. The debate over the title does not decrease the value of the shot though. I particularly value the unconventional framing, consistent with the "piercing" look.
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Post by: charlie on August 18, 2016, 02:02:24
I could see how her expression may not be considered serene, but the overall aesthetic of scene is.

The lighting is very nice, subtle.
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: Mongo on August 18, 2016, 02:48:31
Mongo loves the simplicity of this image and agrees that the low contrast gives it a calmer feel and less "in your face" look. However, it is hard not to be taken away from this otherwise "softer" impression by what seems essentially a harsh expression on her face. Perhaps "simplicity" or "clarity"  or "purity" etc may have been more apt names for this excellent image....?? an excellent and masterly use of space
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: Hugh_3170 on August 18, 2016, 03:59:13
I agree with you Mongo, this is an excellent image.  The girl however looks so sad to me, especially in respect of her eyes.  Maybe she is being reflective?

Mongo loves the simplicity of this image and agrees that the low contrast gives it a calmer feel and less "in your face" look. However, it is hard not to be taken away from this otherwise "softer" impression by what seems essentially a harsh expression on her face. Perhaps "simplicity" or "clarity"  or "purity" etc may have been more apt names for this excellent image....?? an excellent and masterly use of space
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Post by: golunvolo on August 18, 2016, 06:27:02
I agree with the above about the girls expression or projected feeling but this image, with the controlled contrast, empty clear space, beautiful explanation of her profile lines, gives serenity to my eyes. It is a gentle sinuous travel with plenty of void to reflect about it.
  She looks concentrated inwards, remembering perhaps, a personal moment nonetheless in which we are allow without intrusion, as another layer of serenity.


  I also like the shot

  Thanks Almass!
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: Almass on August 18, 2016, 11:42:59
Thank you all for the nice comments.

As for "Serenity", I understand that this is subjective and that is why I indicated in my opening post that some people find "Serenity" in different forms.

Colors and Shapes generate different emotions to different cultures. For example, some use White for celebrations and some use Black.....others use different colors.

Different cultures, different emotions.


Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: Erik Lund on August 18, 2016, 11:53:32
Wonderful use of 'white space' Very nicely done.
Title: Re: Serenity
Post by: Almass on August 23, 2016, 15:44:52
Wonderful use of 'white space' Very nicely done.

Thank you Doctor ;)