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© Shelley Sanders

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Uploaded: November 13, 2002 23:49:36

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Grayce Pedulla Dillon November 14, 2002

Shelley, This is quite impressive! It is a challenge to take a pic of oneself, but you got the lighting just right. Really nice!
Grayce #13025

Bernard B. Travers May 26, 2019

Shelley, this photograph is magnificent, not to mention courageous. Photographers don't usually like to show themselves, it seems. This is a real work of art. Thanks for sharing. #23466

Robert Pranagal May 26, 2019

Hi Shelley.
Yes, this is a terrific self portrait.
However, I disagree that this was courageous...
With this face you could easily be pursuing a model career as well!!!
The eye contact is just enchanting...
Great image! #23471

bob garas May 26, 2019

just beautiul. thoses eyes are pierising #23481

Stephanie Adams May 26, 2019

I have never seen a better self portrait. You did and excellent job! #23497

Lianne E. Cook May 26, 2019

Beautiful work!! #23506

June Marie Sobrito May 26, 2019

fantastic job. just beautiful. #23538

Sharon E. Lowe level-addict May 26, 2019

Gorgeous! #23551

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

Thanks everyone very, very much! Most of the photos I have of myself are smiling, even the self portraits like in the bio of my gallery. But I have seen so many "serious" self portraits and wanted to try it. I just feel so goofy trying to look serious! LOL Thanks everyone for the positive feedback. The lighting was a floodlight and natural sunlight through a window. I wanted to create some shadow for effect to aid in the "serious" look attempt. #23565

Paul Slate May 26, 2019

This is one of the best self photo's I have ever seen! You make it look so easy. I also love the lighting. you have done a realy fantastic job with this one. i'm at a lose for words. #23594

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

Thanks so very much Paul! I think the uneven lighting is key in dramatic portraiture. But my biggest help was the healing brush in PS7! LOL Ladies, it takes away years! And Robert P., that's probably why I am BEHIND the camera, too old! LOL #23603

Robert Pranagal May 26, 2019

Hey, Shelley!
You're a modest girl!
Just wanted to tell you that I looked at this image time and again, and it is absolutely stunning. Your expression, choice of bw and lighting are simply marvellous...
I think you're going to win this month! #23604

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

Win? Why Mr. Pranagal now you have made me blush! But seriously, I just can't imagine a portrait winning against some of the wonderful landscapes, animal shots here because of the difficulty level involved. But I am just thrilled that this went over well with some of my fellow photographers. To me, it has a vintage feel, was going for a Greta Garbo/Myrna Loy look with a touch of today. #23620

Grayce Pedulla Dillon May 26, 2019

I agree about the PS tools Shelley, but you are lovely to begin with #23631

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

Grayce, that is so sweet. But believe me, behind those PS tools is a 29 year old(for a couple of years now)mom of a toddler. Being a quarter Portuguese, the age and lack of sleep show with dark areas underneath the eyes, but what my 3 1/2 year old is pointing out to me right now is my John Travolta chin! LOL Note to self: clone out cleft in chin next time! Thanks so much for the kind words Grayce, I do appreciate them so. #23641

Robert Pranagal May 26, 2019

Don't you ever dare to touch that chin!!!

:-)

#23669

May 26, 2019

This is quite simply a stunning portrait.
Even more amazing is that its a self portrait.
I dont think I've ever seen a self portrait look as good and professional as your image.
Fantastic job.

Graham M. #55185

Mette Vendelboe Allison level-classic May 26, 2019

Really great expression and technique to this one. Wow! #59328

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

First, thank you Graham, I must have missed your comment at some time. I appreciate the kind words very much!!

Secondly, thank you Mette for visiting my gallery today. Your comments are very appreciated!! #59402

Gerald E. Tracy May 26, 2019

Shelly, what were your thoughts at the time? Your eyes seem to be asking a question.
Beautiful #59605

Shelley Sanders May 26, 2019

Hi Gerald. I can't imagine what I was thinking, but probably something like "stop smiling, look serious!" So it was probably snapped right in between the two! LOL Thanks for the compliment. : ) #59619

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