MC #6 - 2nd guessing

Greensquared

Hey all - sorry I haven't been real active lately. My head is spinning so fast I'm just trying to keep it on. :crazy Please let me know which you think is the stronger image for this challenge.

Seduction #1


Seduction #2


I have entered the first one, but you know how those doubts come along...

Any C&C very, very much appreciated!

Greensquared

Or perhaps even a worked up version of this one:

#3

pyroPrints.com

Seduction #2, and may I say, " :jawdrop"

lizzard_nyc

#1--the one you entered is the strongest--IMO.

ic4u

I agree with Liz, your current entry is the best IMO, I think the pose she's in and the tilt plus the closeness seems much more seductive. But maybe you need some more guys opinions.....good luck!

Greensquared

ic4u wrote:

I agree with Liz, your current entry is the best IMO, I think the pose she's in and the tilt plus the closeness seems much more seductive. But maybe you need some more guys opinions.....good luck!

Haha! I was wondering if the face vs. whole body was more of a guy vs. girl appeal type of thing. I have a feeling it's going to be six of one, half a dozen of the other.

WhatSheSaw

I personally think #1 is a better image. But I am of the female persuasion, so I asked my husband. He concurs that #1 is the better image, but thinks that #3 is the most seductive.

AndMan

I think #1 is a beautiful image .
That said, #2 SCREAMS "seduction" to me, in fact I'll see pyroprint's :jawdrop and raise bow it is a wonderful image.

I think Liz may be right that in the context of the challenge #1 is the stronger image, it is easier for the viewer to make a connection with the subject given her proximity to the viewer. In my very humble opinion #1 says "sensual" or "anticipation" to me perhaps more than "seduction".

Both are stunning images in any event.

slpollett

All three are nicely done (love the mood lighting!), but I like #1 the best. I agree with Andman that 'Sensual' is the word that comes to mind for me when I look at that photo.

Sherry

dlplumer

All of these self-portraits are excellent Emily

Tango

Seduction #1 slightly caught my attention...



:oogle

Greensquared

dlplumer wrote:

All of these self-portraits are excellent Emily

I guess I'll take it as a compliment at the mere suggestion that it could even...possibly...ever...in this life be me!

CWSkopec

Gorgeous model and amazing photos!!

All 3 are great, but #2 is absolute seduction!! :oogle

Aspecto5

I'm going to go with #2 for a few reasons. The candles and petals help lead the eyes straight up to the model. The softness of the model herself is really appealing. I like #1, but her hair seems a little messy (not sure how to say that as nice as possible. Lol!), and the tilt is just a little too much. All this is just my opinion of course, for I'm not a pro. Just pointing out what strikes me at first glance. Excellent job though with the lighting!:D

Tango

Greensquared wrote:

Seduction #1

ok, now that I have recovered from the initial shock of how drawing this image is, let me comment:

Catchlighting from the candles, Check! Seduction? Yes.
Lighting is warm & rich, topped with soft shadows, Check! Seduction? Yes.
Pose matched with Tilt for effect works so well here, Check! Seduction? Yes.

Random mentions: DOF, ummm wow!
Also, you have included just enough surroundings to place her in a setting.
Position of her eyes perfect, lips perfect, hands not distracting...all excellent.
Now Emily I think you have showed great skills in your photography & postprocessing. FWIW from me....


Aspecto5, Bro I gotta disagree with your views on her hair in this case. In this case I see an element of reality never seen within a sterile photoshopped sex sells type of shot. This has "Real" personality! IMO.

tinamarie52

All 3 are great shots. But, I have to say that #1 says seduction best.

Chaoslillith

Female here and I say 2:

It has that anticipation feel to it. I guess I should look at what the challenge is aiming for however to me 2 is the most appealing.

3 seems a bit not seductive but more no offense stripperesque.

1. The tilt of the camera bugs me for some reason it takes a second for me to orient on her.

2. There is no mistaking that this is about her desire to do all sorts of naughty and awesome things to the person that will be walking up that petal path. It is a definite invitation to be seduced.

Just my opinion.

Greensquared

Thanks for all of the great comments!

FWIW, I "did" her hair. It was a very intensional mussed look.

ic4u

Greensquared wrote:

Thanks for all of the great comments!

FWIW, I "did" her hair. It was a very intensional mussed look.

And it works
Personally I hope you stick with this one, but there seems to be a good mix of favorites here.
I guess you can say that's a good thing, ya done good!

travelways

I personally prefer #1

trevor

I like #3 best, but with a tighter crop -- maybe a square aspect ratio?

bf2015

Where's that damn avatar I'm looking for? ....not here...oh well..

As Aaron said, now that I've recovered, I've got to agree with AndMan. #1 says "sensual", #2 says "SEDUCTION!!", and #3...well...yeah...there's #3.

I would say #2 IMGO (In My Guy Opinion). To me, it says seduction because the candles and flowers lead the viewer to the model's feet and then straight up. That's seduction.


Brian

dlscott56

I'm a little late but I prefer the one you have submitted (#1). Good luck Emily.

Greensquared

Thanks all!!! Sticking with the original.