Warning: Contains Butt

[shanmonster]

I just received my first photo from the shoot last night, as taken by Rick Crampton.

I thought the background was too cold and dingy in contrast, so I fiddled with the colours a bit. I prefer this sort of look.

Comments

That's really nice.

[abraxasrutrem.livejournal.com]

And I like that (dance?) pose, and it's interesting with the shadow (which, of course, I'm assuming that was the intent).

While you look awesome in color I think the few B/W I've seen of you are more dramatic and less...less "vanilla" (I suppose that's what I'm looking for).

Re: That's really nice.

[shanmonster.livejournal.com]

Although I like the dramatic shadows cast by this light, it's not my favourite colour. It's too cold for my liking. I'm betting that if this were monochromatic that it would be more interesting, and not necessarily black and white, but perhaps something a little more sepia in tone....

I'm no photographer but...

[abraxasrutrem.livejournal.com]

..for color shots I think I prefer a more natural pose in a more natural setting (possibly with some simple prop or another (veil/column/vase/etc.)). Dramatic poses seem to require more dramatic lighting and I seem to prefer B/W's or (as you've reminded me) Monochromes for those.

A warmer colored light would bring out the deeper skin tones, I would think, and enhance the flowing lines and curvature of the body being photographed.

I've only had a few chances to actually see some of your modeling work you've posted links for (this POS computer hampers me greatly) but I've really enjoyed what I've seen. You seem to have a natural grace and an enjoyment of, and for, your art. I'm sure the martial arts training and the work-outs as well as the various style dances you do have only enhanced your modeling ability.

You have abilities (and a body) to be proud of.

Re: I'm no photographer but...

[shanmonster.livejournal.com]

Well, shucks!

Re: I'm no photographer but...

[abraxasrutrem.livejournal.com]

Wow...I really ramble when I'm stoned. Sorry