Thanks for all the nice words and yeah Asher, that's what I was trying to do with the whole lighting thing. I really love the way Frank lights his subjects.
I think it's very interesting (and very helpful) to know what pictures have more of an impact depending of your point of view. All three were processed differently (i.e. the first with alot fo the red channel and the last with mainly the blue). I like them for different reasons but the last, I must say. is the most honest, most authentic. I tried to get a grittier look because I was hoping to convey the dignity and nobility of this young teen in her environment. She is the oldest girl of seven children and has a lot of responsibility. I wasn't going for nice or commercial but more of a documentary feel. The first shot is my daughter is her new fashion whatever outfit and I wanted a soft Hurrell feel. I gave both little direction. I'm still working on learning how to process to best represent the subject.
I so appreciate Frank and his emphasis on learning how to use a light meter. I don't have one or really know how to use one but I've assisted a couple of commercial photograhers who both say they aren't necessary. From their results, I would disagree. I've taken classes with lanscape fine arts photographers and they use them religiously. I do meter with my camera (not the best) and will check them in raw to make sure I'm getting what I need to. It would be so much easier just to use a meter!
