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Say your prayers and take your vitamins!

© Jeanine M. Bailey

Say your prayers and take your vitamins!

Uploaded: July 25, 2008

Description

This is a shot of my husband, Matt, after warning me as to what would happen if I didn't take care of the lens he just got me!! He thinks he is soooooo tough!!!!

The title comes from Hulk Hogan in the 80s. My brother-in-law and I have had an on going competition this week with pulling out sayings from the 80s and texting them back and forth...some say we are "nerds" but we think we are "totally rad!!"

Cropped and converted to black and white using vanillia action.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!!

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.67, ExposureTime: 1/200 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 95.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT

Comments

Shannon D. Miller July 25, 2008

LOL....you always make me laugh Jeanine! Congrats on your new lens that's always fun and exciting! What an AWESOME portrait of your good lookin hubby. He does look like he means business! lol...love the tone you used! AMAZING light! And Jeanine I want to tell you, you are the sweetest thing ever! I thank you so much for all of your support and your comments it all means the world to me! THANK YOU!!! Have a GREAT DAY!!! Shannon~ #967113

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict July 25, 2008

Cool image and capture here, Jeanine.

Dominick #6228873

Debbra Bailey July 25, 2008

OK, I am not even sure if I can comment on the picture, bec. I have too many comments on the 80's thing!!

The brother-in-law she is referring to is my husband, and I would not call what they have been doing a "competition," but rather, an OBSESSION!!! They have been playing with their phones like teenagers!!

I have to admit that I have helped my husband with ideas, I am too competitive to let him lose, and I know just how good Bean is with her 80's! Did I mention obsessed!? lol

Nice shot Bean - I can see right through Matt's grumpy face though! lol #6228887

Sarah G July 25, 2008

This is a great place to come in the morning. I've got a great BIG smile on my face. THANKS everyone for the fun comments I got to read!!

GREAT image! When it popped up on the screen I wanted to step back a bit, so I think you succeeded in getting the tough effect. LOL!

I love the details and the editing you've done. It really is great. #6229035

Angie Sidles level-classic July 25, 2008

LOL! Great story Jeanine! Love the expression. Awesome detail and light!! #6229393

Vitor Dias July 25, 2008

Great shot Jeanine!!!!!! Very strong portrait, well done.

rgs Vitor #6229601

Shari Kelly July 25, 2008

Jeanine---this is AWESOME---Love your story as well---giggle---
Man---I'm kinda spooked right now---My husbands name is Matt and we have been tormenting our children with music from the 80's and singing it to the top of our lungs---well I have---my hubby just plays air guitar---LOL---
THIS IS A GREAT CLOSE-UP JEANINE---Shari #6229608

Jeanine M. Bailey July 25, 2008

Thank you soooo very much everyone!!! I was out this morning, so it has been fun to get home and read everyones comments!!

Shannon, thank you... made me blush!!! :)

Debbra....Obsession?? AS IF!!! :):)

Shari....music from the 80s is my FAV!! I may own Name that Tune 80s Edition so you may say I have a problem!!! :):):)

Thanks again!!! Glad people are enjoying the story along with the image!!!

#6230259

Rajeev 270293 Kashyap July 25, 2008

Outstanding Portrait Jeanine Bailey! #6230266

Jeanine M. Bailey July 25, 2008

Thank you Rajeev!!! #6230440

Michelle L. Frick July 25, 2008

Tee hee - which lens did he buy for you? And, hmmmm - I bet I could come up with some killer 80s saying - "Like totally, for sure, gag me with a spoon!"

Beautiful close up and conversion Jeanine! #6231094

Shari Kelly July 25, 2008

YEAH--Jeanine---what lens did you get???? How very sweet of your prayers and vitamins hubby...LOL...
I know you will enjoy it!!! Shari #6231391

Jeanine M. Bailey July 25, 2008

Thank you Michelle and Shari!!! :)

The lens he got me was the Canon EF 28-135mm. This is a huge upgrade for me because I was using the kit lens from my 35mm Rebel. #6231481

Eugenio Diaz July 25, 2008

AWESOME image... Well done...Fantastic light and tone!!!Great framing ! #6231644

Melissa G. Meiselman July 25, 2008

Congratulations on your new lens, Jeanine!! This is a terrific portrait...so expressive as he tries to be stern!! This portrait is very well taken with fine detail, great full frame composition and terrific conversion into black and white!!! #6231828

Amber J. Skene July 25, 2008

What a expresson! LOVE it! Gorgeous tones! Just love this action you are using! Fantastic full frame, details, and lighting!

Congrats on your new lens! Have fun with it! #6231883

Daniella Puente July 27, 2008

Very good close up Jeanine, I like how you frame this and for sure the focus this has!!
Hope you enjout your new lenses :))) #6236523

frank w. degenhardt July 28, 2008

Jeanine- Good morning my friend. I am loving this in your face shot. I love doing them as it really emphasizes the expressions. I also love that you kept it natural. I keep saying men dont have faces as smooth as a babies behind, so leave it alone and show the real person as is.
Excellent lighting and clarity. Love the conversion to black and white. I also enjoyed the title and the competiton of sayings of the 80's.
He looks like he can be tough if need be.
Sensational work.
Have yourself a most wonderful day, take care of yourself and hubby.
#6239760

Jennifer L. Taranto July 29, 2008

i love the expression you've captured here!! hope you're having a great time with that new lens!!
#6245863

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