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Pandora's Box

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Concept and Photography -Xcetera Photography
Hair - Holly Hui [link]
Model - Kimberley Kathleen

I really wanted to do a series that represented the myth of Pandora's box, and I've sort of taken my own spin on things. It would have made sense to only have used one model for this series, but in using two I not only have a representation of Pandora herself, but also of the things she released from opening it - evil and hope. (See the other set for two models ;) )

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Any feedback and critique will be met with smothering amounts of love! :bliss:

Premium Content - The full set (22 photos) of the full res, watermarked photographs.

Image size
5616x3744px 3.96 MB
Make
Canon
Model
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Shutter Speed
1/30 second
Aperture
F/1.4
Focal Length
50 mm
ISO Speed
4000
Date Taken
Jul 23, 2012, 10:01:14 PM
Sensor Size
37mm
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Kaz-D's avatar
:star::star::star::star::star-half: Overall
:star::star::star::star::star-empty: Vision
:star::star::star::star::star: Originality
:star::star::star::star::star-half: Technique
:star::star::star::star::star-half: Impact

Firstly, I love the concept and really feel that it's been illustrated well in this shot. Pandoras Box has that mystical suspense feel to it and you've captured that perfectly with the dark tones.

I would say that your watermark is probably a little invasive. It's not protecting your work as someone could crop the majority - so it's obviously there as a signature. The font works really well and it's subtle, but the boxing of it just adds a harsh edge to your image, possibly something to consider, but could just be my personal preference!

The model pose is good, the lighting just right on her face and the clothing and hairstyle seem appropriate. I'm not sure if the yellow light is detracting, I think it might be. Overall you've got cold tones, but then the yellow is there and seems very different.

Other than that, wonderful!