Post by Edita Vilkevičiūtė on Apr 27, 2013 22:11:20 GMT -8
Judging #5: Decades
Ashley - Early 1960s
Montana: So kind of like The Stepford Wives was where you were going but of the 1960s. I kind of see it with your clothes, it has that very 60s pattern across the belly but then modernizes it with the blue flower overlay which is still emulating the flowers of the print popular of the time but bringing it to today. I kind of like that pearl necklace, something that is very dated and considered old fashioned but still a sign of wealth today. I dislike your face, I understand that you wanted to maybe have a zoned out doll type of look but this is really a blank expression, the only thing that is read off your face is kind of mad just because of the drawn on eyebrows but without those I find the face dead. The 60s big hair is very prevalent in your shot and I love how long you look in this photograph but for sure that face could have been stronger.
Zac: I find this a little bland Ashley. Like, the picture as a whole is just missing a certain dynamic. Your face is very stiff and looks more masculin than it should. The pose, setting, and angle are ok for me though.
Mario: You look too stiff, i don't like the dress and your body is so rigid... I think the only think that's selling your picture is your hair. There's no modelling here whatsoever. Your face is still pretty.
Candice - 1960s
Montana: I like the pose, it's subtle yet interesting. I love the way you're holding the bag and although I hate smoking but yeah it was very considered a culture back then. I would say my complaint would be the open mouth since it makes it seem you have little control over your face because it makes it seem like your face isn't giving much but when I cover your mouth your eyes are actually strong. The hair and the earrings really bring the overall 60s vibe together along with the romper although theirs was a bit more for the flower child floral/hippie prints this is more of a fashion take on that silhouette. I guess you're calling it a swimsuit which does work with your references so I guess that's a good thing too.
Zac: Candice, I can definitely see that this is inspired by Bridget Bardot and I like your take on this. The focus is not just on the fashion but also on other elements in your picture and I like that. I'm not sure it's a swimsuit, but at least the shape is inspired by the 60s swimsuit so it works, right? I kinda wish this wasn't black-and-white (not that I'm not a fan, but color would have worked better for showing off the fashion), but that's the only complaint I have.
Mario: Amazing Candice! You're really bringing your A game this past weeks. I believe you're a top competition in this competition. Congratulations!
Edita - Early 1960s Mod
Montana: This shot is very mod, I think the expression, hair and clothes very much tie it all together. I would say the least mod element would be the fur because they really went more modernistic and fur kind of goes into the lush category that wasn't very prevalent with the style. Other than the fur I find this shot very authentic even with the double decker bus in the background because mod originated in London. The pose is so great and I love that you're creating angles and shapes with your body but still looking long.
Zac: This is ok for me Edita. I love the fashion and the background is fitting. The good thing is you look like a doll here and very 60s, the bad thing is your expression which is missing some oomph for me. It's just a little flat. Also, you're missing an arm. Overall not bad though.
Mario: I don't like the quality of the picture, it looks a bit candid to me... IDK... I don't expect seeing this in a magazine. I love your body placement but your eyes are way too dead.
Montana: I find that although the expression isn't what people are use to as being the "smize" it is because this is representing mod and that's actually how the mod expression is so that's why I like this.
Ginta - 1950s Pin-Up
Montana: Can I say your sense of going home is misguided? This is a really strong photograph! When I saw it I completely knew it was a pin-up photograph. I actually think this is one of your best shots to date for sure, the body is great and especially the showing off of the legs is amazing. The face is good, not the best but I mean you're pulling off a difficult pose and that's commended to keep a face like that. You're working the era well, not sure if your penalty will hurt you that much since I find this super strong.
Zac: Well, usually I don't really like the pin-up poses, but at least this is not the most standard one and I like that you're thinking a bit out of the box here. Your proportions look a little off, looks like you have a huge forehead here. However, I do like your expression a lot.
Mario: I think this fits with your theme very nicely. I'm seeing pin-up there. I think you're getting better Ginta... Make it more consistent please!
Jessica - Victorian Period
Montana: I'm glad you said Victorian Period because this fits nicely with that time period. It has such an ornate feeling and such a grandeur. The dress has a lot of flounce and volume in the lower half which was very prominent during the time period. The more fitting upper half is nice too and this overall look has a more modern approach to the era you picked. It's interesting you went with McQueen as he is a British designer, I like the overall feeling of the shot. I would say a better quality photograph would be pretty much appreciated because we can't see your face that well in the mirror along with maybe cropping part of the upper and lower ends of the shot because it might be a bit distracting from you. I actually love the pose because it is playful and interesting but yeah the face isn't very good based on what I an see from this quality, I typically don't comment on quality unless it hinders part of a photo and in this case it does.
Zac: This works for the era Jessica, that's for sure. I'm a little on the fence about the execution though... I don't like that it's so far off and it's hard to really see the details of your face. On the other hand, it's definitely an unexpected and different angle and you could have just went with boring and just show fashion or do something different with more of a story like this. From what I can judge, your expression is actually really good. Just wish we could see more details.
Mario: Your photo is too distant... and this is about your modelling. You get a good score on theme but then on face, body, and modelling you get very low scores.I can't judge your eyes or your face... Your pose is nice on the hands but too hunchbacked on the top of your upper body.
River - Maharaja India/1860
Montana: Your clothes do kind of match the outfit worn in spirit and I get the essence of what you were going for. The pose does work with the outfit it kind of just matches it but I would say I hate the way the shadows are covering your face because it causes your face to look very aggressive which I don't find working with the shot. It's strong in the eyes but that doesn't always work for every shot. Had you lifted your head slightly it would have caught the light a lot better and worked with the whole sense of the shot more. Other than the facial expression I think you have a lot of great elements going on here that work nicely.
Zac: There is a lot that I like in this shot, one thing I don't. I love that you're giving us a way different expression. Love your pose, your outfit is great for the challenge, and the background is really cool The shot is underexposed though, resulting in too much shadow on your left side. I can't really blame you as a model, but it is kind of distracting.
Mario: I don't know about that theme... It is a bit of a stretch... and I don't think the outfit serves you any good. Half of your face is covered with a shadow. I think this is one of your worst performances to date... Not a time to bring your worst... You know everyone is fighting with their claws to stay.
Simon - Rockin' 50s
Montana: I have very little to say about this because the photo speaks for itself. Your attitude, especially in those eyes is amazing with the setting and the decade.This shot just brings you back to a 50s diner and like we're seeing a tough guy.
Zac: Wowww this is so good Simon. Your hair, your expression, the fasion, the background, all so fitting. This is great. I'm a little distracted by the thing you're doing with your hands - what does it add to the shot? Not really sure, but other than that this is really good.
Mario: YES! Simon IS BACK! OMFG! I knew it. Your face is perfection, your eyes are telling me a huge story and I want to see this movie right now!!! Your cheekbones are so hot! Once again the body is just like laying there... That's your mistake almost everytime. But I think the photograph is huge!
Vlada - 50s Housewife
Montana: I see some 50s elements in this but you kind of said you wanted to portray a housewife and I don't see a 50s housewife at all in this. The clothes are something from the 50s and kind of everything else works for that time period and I like the pose and the face looks very in the moment to sell a scene. The 50s big hair is very prevalent in this but there is no housewife element to this which is not a good thing since that's the way you wanted to portray your decade.
Zac: Vlada, this is your best shot so far in my opinion. You're selling the dress, you look gorgeous, the story in this photo is great, and I think it works for 50s. At first I found the other person distracting, but you're still cating my eye so you're definitely the star here. Great job.
Mario: I see the theme! So that's nice... Your pose is too candid, like too human haha... And then your face should be looking up with more strength... This is an OK photo... I think it could be better.
Ashley - Early 1960s
Montana: So kind of like The Stepford Wives was where you were going but of the 1960s. I kind of see it with your clothes, it has that very 60s pattern across the belly but then modernizes it with the blue flower overlay which is still emulating the flowers of the print popular of the time but bringing it to today. I kind of like that pearl necklace, something that is very dated and considered old fashioned but still a sign of wealth today. I dislike your face, I understand that you wanted to maybe have a zoned out doll type of look but this is really a blank expression, the only thing that is read off your face is kind of mad just because of the drawn on eyebrows but without those I find the face dead. The 60s big hair is very prevalent in your shot and I love how long you look in this photograph but for sure that face could have been stronger.
Zac: I find this a little bland Ashley. Like, the picture as a whole is just missing a certain dynamic. Your face is very stiff and looks more masculin than it should. The pose, setting, and angle are ok for me though.
Mario: You look too stiff, i don't like the dress and your body is so rigid... I think the only think that's selling your picture is your hair. There's no modelling here whatsoever. Your face is still pretty.
Candice - 1960s
Montana: I like the pose, it's subtle yet interesting. I love the way you're holding the bag and although I hate smoking but yeah it was very considered a culture back then. I would say my complaint would be the open mouth since it makes it seem you have little control over your face because it makes it seem like your face isn't giving much but when I cover your mouth your eyes are actually strong. The hair and the earrings really bring the overall 60s vibe together along with the romper although theirs was a bit more for the flower child floral/hippie prints this is more of a fashion take on that silhouette. I guess you're calling it a swimsuit which does work with your references so I guess that's a good thing too.
Zac: Candice, I can definitely see that this is inspired by Bridget Bardot and I like your take on this. The focus is not just on the fashion but also on other elements in your picture and I like that. I'm not sure it's a swimsuit, but at least the shape is inspired by the 60s swimsuit so it works, right? I kinda wish this wasn't black-and-white (not that I'm not a fan, but color would have worked better for showing off the fashion), but that's the only complaint I have.
Mario: Amazing Candice! You're really bringing your A game this past weeks. I believe you're a top competition in this competition. Congratulations!
Edita - Early 1960s Mod
Montana: This shot is very mod, I think the expression, hair and clothes very much tie it all together. I would say the least mod element would be the fur because they really went more modernistic and fur kind of goes into the lush category that wasn't very prevalent with the style. Other than the fur I find this shot very authentic even with the double decker bus in the background because mod originated in London. The pose is so great and I love that you're creating angles and shapes with your body but still looking long.
Zac: This is ok for me Edita. I love the fashion and the background is fitting. The good thing is you look like a doll here and very 60s, the bad thing is your expression which is missing some oomph for me. It's just a little flat. Also, you're missing an arm. Overall not bad though.
Mario: I don't like the quality of the picture, it looks a bit candid to me... IDK... I don't expect seeing this in a magazine. I love your body placement but your eyes are way too dead.
Montana: I find that although the expression isn't what people are use to as being the "smize" it is because this is representing mod and that's actually how the mod expression is so that's why I like this.
Ginta - 1950s Pin-Up
Montana: Can I say your sense of going home is misguided? This is a really strong photograph! When I saw it I completely knew it was a pin-up photograph. I actually think this is one of your best shots to date for sure, the body is great and especially the showing off of the legs is amazing. The face is good, not the best but I mean you're pulling off a difficult pose and that's commended to keep a face like that. You're working the era well, not sure if your penalty will hurt you that much since I find this super strong.
Zac: Well, usually I don't really like the pin-up poses, but at least this is not the most standard one and I like that you're thinking a bit out of the box here. Your proportions look a little off, looks like you have a huge forehead here. However, I do like your expression a lot.
Mario: I think this fits with your theme very nicely. I'm seeing pin-up there. I think you're getting better Ginta... Make it more consistent please!
Jessica - Victorian Period
Montana: I'm glad you said Victorian Period because this fits nicely with that time period. It has such an ornate feeling and such a grandeur. The dress has a lot of flounce and volume in the lower half which was very prominent during the time period. The more fitting upper half is nice too and this overall look has a more modern approach to the era you picked. It's interesting you went with McQueen as he is a British designer, I like the overall feeling of the shot. I would say a better quality photograph would be pretty much appreciated because we can't see your face that well in the mirror along with maybe cropping part of the upper and lower ends of the shot because it might be a bit distracting from you. I actually love the pose because it is playful and interesting but yeah the face isn't very good based on what I an see from this quality, I typically don't comment on quality unless it hinders part of a photo and in this case it does.
Zac: This works for the era Jessica, that's for sure. I'm a little on the fence about the execution though... I don't like that it's so far off and it's hard to really see the details of your face. On the other hand, it's definitely an unexpected and different angle and you could have just went with boring and just show fashion or do something different with more of a story like this. From what I can judge, your expression is actually really good. Just wish we could see more details.
Mario: Your photo is too distant... and this is about your modelling. You get a good score on theme but then on face, body, and modelling you get very low scores.I can't judge your eyes or your face... Your pose is nice on the hands but too hunchbacked on the top of your upper body.
River - Maharaja India/1860
Montana: Your clothes do kind of match the outfit worn in spirit and I get the essence of what you were going for. The pose does work with the outfit it kind of just matches it but I would say I hate the way the shadows are covering your face because it causes your face to look very aggressive which I don't find working with the shot. It's strong in the eyes but that doesn't always work for every shot. Had you lifted your head slightly it would have caught the light a lot better and worked with the whole sense of the shot more. Other than the facial expression I think you have a lot of great elements going on here that work nicely.
Zac: There is a lot that I like in this shot, one thing I don't. I love that you're giving us a way different expression. Love your pose, your outfit is great for the challenge, and the background is really cool The shot is underexposed though, resulting in too much shadow on your left side. I can't really blame you as a model, but it is kind of distracting.
Mario: I don't know about that theme... It is a bit of a stretch... and I don't think the outfit serves you any good. Half of your face is covered with a shadow. I think this is one of your worst performances to date... Not a time to bring your worst... You know everyone is fighting with their claws to stay.
Simon - Rockin' 50s
Montana: I have very little to say about this because the photo speaks for itself. Your attitude, especially in those eyes is amazing with the setting and the decade.This shot just brings you back to a 50s diner and like we're seeing a tough guy.
Zac: Wowww this is so good Simon. Your hair, your expression, the fasion, the background, all so fitting. This is great. I'm a little distracted by the thing you're doing with your hands - what does it add to the shot? Not really sure, but other than that this is really good.
Mario: YES! Simon IS BACK! OMFG! I knew it. Your face is perfection, your eyes are telling me a huge story and I want to see this movie right now!!! Your cheekbones are so hot! Once again the body is just like laying there... That's your mistake almost everytime. But I think the photograph is huge!
Vlada - 50s Housewife
Montana: I see some 50s elements in this but you kind of said you wanted to portray a housewife and I don't see a 50s housewife at all in this. The clothes are something from the 50s and kind of everything else works for that time period and I like the pose and the face looks very in the moment to sell a scene. The 50s big hair is very prevalent in this but there is no housewife element to this which is not a good thing since that's the way you wanted to portray your decade.
Zac: Vlada, this is your best shot so far in my opinion. You're selling the dress, you look gorgeous, the story in this photo is great, and I think it works for 50s. At first I found the other person distracting, but you're still cating my eye so you're definitely the star here. Great job.
Mario: I see the theme! So that's nice... Your pose is too candid, like too human haha... And then your face should be looking up with more strength... This is an OK photo... I think it could be better.
