Outside of my comfort zone...... by novab

Outside of my comfort zone......

If you have been following my project, you may have noticed that I don't have many pictures of me. But that's probably normal for us photographers, who feel more comfortable behind the camera than in front of it.

This represents so many things for me that are outside of my "box" but I've got to keep trying new things. So...... here I am!

Wow Nova, this is sooooo cool and beautiful. An amazing picture! Very elegant and so nicely done. I tried something similar the other day, and and I failed miserably. So I know how hard this is. Fav!
September 14th, 2015  
beautifully lit to produce a stunning portrait, Then again you had a great subject to work with..fav
September 14th, 2015  
Gorgeous and brave! Love all the details that are not there but the viewer is just guessing them - like the hair. Excellent job and congratulations!
September 14th, 2015  
Such a beautiful low light selfie!
September 14th, 2015  
Very brave and we'll executed. Fav
September 14th, 2015  
Absolutely super low key shot. I don't like being in front of the camera either, but then again I am an old codger and not so photogenic as you are.
September 14th, 2015  
Wonderful capture, lovely!
September 14th, 2015  
What a beautiful portrait. Even more so when you consider it's a self-portrait. Love the way low key lighting.
September 14th, 2015  
You did a beautiful job, and good for you trying something new!
September 15th, 2015  
Lovely portrait shot and I really like the lighting.
September 15th, 2015  
Hi Nova.....................nicely done, gorgeous lighting and great on black!
Congrats on PP
September 15th, 2015  
Kim
Beautiful self portrait, well done!
September 15th, 2015  
Totally agree with so many of the other comments. Gorgeous shot! Love the lighting. Very mysterious with you looking up and away from the camera.
September 15th, 2015  
Wonderful low key self-portrait, Nova! Most of us who choose other subjects than ourselves know how hard it is to be in front of the camera and also control all the settings, so extra FAV for this! And, thanks for the Follow....you have some wonderful photos in your album....it is a pleasure to Follow you back!
September 15th, 2015  
@mona65 @jack4john @vera365 @amandal @bluerose15 @onewing @photographycrazy @cgribben @janetb @mittens @radiogirl @kimdavis @thewatersphotos @panthora

I blush when reading your fabulous responses to my photo of me. Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and share your words and favs.

I found this to be very easy and used so few things to accomplish the look and light. I had 2 stools, a teddybear (to focus on) a tripod for my camera (& used the timer), a small portable LED light and a darkroom.
I'll have to try this again with other objects.

Thanks again!
September 15th, 2015  
Congrats for the TP and PP. Very well deserved. You should tag your shot technique45.
September 15th, 2015  
you should tag it for the "technique45"...
September 15th, 2015  
@mona65 Thanks Mona! Are you asking me to step even further "outside my comfort zone"? :D
September 15th, 2015  
@jack4john You too John? Have you been speaking with Mona? LOL
September 15th, 2015  
@novab Yes I do!
I am convinced that you can keep up completely with everyone else. You do not need to hide,.... a beautiful woman, beautifully photographed. TP and PP proofed it. Go for it! (And it's not only my, John has the same opinion.
September 15th, 2015  
I know how difficult it is to take that step, but you have come this far , i'll vote for you...
September 15th, 2015  
@mona65 You are so sweet Mona, I'll think about it today.
@jack4john Thanks John. :)
September 15th, 2015  
Amazing capture with great lighting
September 15th, 2015  
Love this portrait of you Nova, wonderful chiaroscuro effect, fav for me.
September 15th, 2015  
Gorgeous on the black background.
September 15th, 2015  
@yeshanghai @tristansmum @randystreat Thanks ladies for your very nice words. ;)
September 16th, 2015  
love the lighting, a favulous low key selfie
September 16th, 2015  
Lovely portrait, Nova. Well done.
September 17th, 2015  
@bill_fe @darlenet Thank you Bill & Darlene. :)
September 17th, 2015  
:-)
September 18th, 2015  
@mona65 THANKS! :D
September 18th, 2015  
@jack4john Ok John, I'm counting on you. LOL Have a great day!
September 18th, 2015  
Beautiful! Love the low key portrait.
September 24th, 2015  
totally beautiful
September 24th, 2015  
@zosimasy @lynnz Thanks! :)
September 26th, 2015  
terrific
October 10th, 2015  
@kali66 Thanks. :)
October 11th, 2015  
How *beautiful*!! Seems funny that, though I know you and know your face, you look so much like a best friend from college here in this picture! She had beautiful, big eyes, and yours seem so here as well! Just lovely!
October 30th, 2015  
@Weezilou Thanks for your kind words Louise. :)
October 30th, 2015  
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