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• aadilj (7372)
• [2008-01-20 22:41]

Very cannily framd and compsoed portrait that has a bit of style and elan. Its well managed and well balanced. I like the colours and the way you have handled the lights

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• sagar (1776)
• [2008-01-21 7:45]
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Hi Kristaps,
I dont know why this one did not get the deserved attention. Probably the title has got a bit to do. As opened the shot from the thumbnail I was ashamed to feel that I once decided not to open it. (It did not look very appealing from the thumbnail). But take my words, this is an incredible shot. I just loved the confidence and self belief that oozes out of this face!!! A self reliant Ecuadorian!!!
Thanks for shaering,
Regards,
Sagarneel.

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• fulvio52 (3332)
• [2008-01-21 8:09]

Hi Kristaps,
sunglasses, posture and expression speak volumes.
This is a real proud latino portrait. Very good!
A picture with a lot of social implications, it's just a matter of scratching past the idea of "portrait" most folks seem to have.
Every picture tells a story... Well, this one sure does.
Excellent!
Cheers,
F.

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• nirvana73 (3465)
• [2008-01-21 10:48]

Hello Kristaps
that's right
He's very cool
nice portariat and shot
TFS
regards
Ozhan

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• scobert (5305)
• [2008-01-21 11:52]
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Hello Kristaps,
This is not only an excellent cultural portrait but it about sums up the bravado and confidence that young men often display. We know that there is a certain amount of insecurity that lies underneath, but his outward display of overwhelming self confidience is pretty typical for a young man. Thank God for a constant influx of young people for we get more cautious and conservative as we get older. An excellent portrait and I love your profile shot and the simple and unobtrusive background. You do great work! (I appreciate your thoughtful critiques and your advice. I will incorporate some bold lettering in some of my longer notes as you suggested).
Stan

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• avene (3792)
• [2008-01-21 15:36]

me and this guy have at least one thing in common - we both seem to like Tommy Hilfiger :))
I don't think I can add anything to what Stan said about the combination of bravado and insecurity, that describes this photo perfectly - just look at the sunglasses! he sees everything, but nobody sees HIS eyes and what he actually thinks.
the simple background and selective focus make sure nothing distracts the attention from the main subject. cool photo :)
hugs
K.

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• crckt (5451)
• [2008-01-21 16:01]

Hi Kristaps,
Oh yeah! He is cool alright! lovely contrast to the rest of your series.
Well done,
Shaeri

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• chanjits (4101)
• [2008-01-21 16:06]

nice portrait it is fine that you have kept the frame empty in the direction of sight of your subject.