Forums > General Industry > Should I put this in my book?

Model

Danielle A

Posts: 403

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

I'm not asking you to critique my photo, this is a simple yes or no question. Is the photo I'm using for my avatar worth putting in my book? I love the shot, but I don't know if it's the right thing to put in...

[edit] I changed my avatar. If you're still interested in seeing the shot, check out my portfolio. It's Pelman 3.

Feb 27 06 10:44 pm Link

Artist/Painter

bijan studio

Posts: 1854

TARZANA, California, US

I wouldn't.

Feb 27 06 10:46 pm Link

Photographer

Dave Krueger

Posts: 2851

Huntsville, Alabama, US

Danielle A wrote:
I'm not asking you to critique my photo, this is a simple yes or no question. Is the photo I'm using for my avatar worth putting in my book?

No.

EDIT: And I'd be willing to bet most people would be in agreement for he very same reason...

Feb 27 06 10:48 pm Link

Photographer

Hoot

Posts: 228

Picayune, Mississippi, US

Dave Krueger wrote:

No.

EDIT: And I'd be willing to bet most people would be in agreement for he very same reason...

I agree with Dave.

Feb 27 06 11:28 pm Link

Photographer

DeBoer Photography

Posts: 782

Melbourne, Florida, US

No

The LeBrone Wade 1 picture would be better...but even that one has a problem with a foot being cut off...

Feb 27 06 11:52 pm Link

Model

Diane ly

Posts: 1068

Manhattan, Illinois, US

Your profile isn't as strong as your head on shots.  Your jaw line isn't very defined in this picture either.  I don't know.....it just doesn't have much pizazz.  You have much better stuff in your port vs. this one.

Feb 28 06 12:08 am Link

Photographer

Christopher Wright

Posts: 11854

Lansing, Michigan, US

No. But Katwalk 1 is definitely book worthy.

Feb 28 06 12:11 am Link

Photographer

Webspinner Studios

Posts: 6964

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

NO

yes, you have several better shots. I noticed Katwalk too....

Feb 28 06 12:15 am Link

Photographer

DeBoer Photography

Posts: 782

Melbourne, Florida, US

Yes, the Katwalk one is probably one of the strongest in her online portfolio, but I thought she wanted a sitting down shot. smile

Feb 28 06 12:20 am Link

Makeup Artist

MP Make-up Artistry

Posts: 5105

Prince George, British Columbia, Canada

well its a nice shot but feels too? ummm i'm not sure . but its not a strong image of you i agree with what most have said on here. I like the one with the crimped hair but that just smile I also like the katwalk one the best. talk to you soon...Mandy of Deadly Design Make-up Artistry

Feb 28 06 08:09 am Link

Model

Danielle A

Posts: 403

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Ok. Thanks everyone, that certaintly cleared things up. tongue

Feb 28 06 09:38 am Link

Photographer

C R Photography

Posts: 3594

Pleasanton, California, US

No.

That's a good photographers book image.

Feb 28 06 09:41 am Link

Photographer

Doug Lester

Posts: 10591

Atlanta, Georgia, US

No.  It isn't a bad shot, but it also isn't a strong shot and it doesn't help you. You have better in your portfolio.

Feb 28 06 09:48 am Link

Photographer

DeBoer Photography

Posts: 782

Melbourne, Florida, US

I see you've changed your Avatar.  Beautiful!  smile

Feb 28 06 02:35 pm Link