self portrait

self portrait, originally uploaded by Vanessa Pike-Russell.

Strobist: Softbox on strobe (model light only) camera left





I had just washed my hair and had some time to kill before watching Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.



I decided to get out one of my studio lights with soft box and took some self-portraits. I have to say, this is rather painful for me. I have great difficulty with liking photos of my face, especially with my hair wet and without body. I usually hide behind my hair. I have a large, round face and annoying freckles. I almost deleted all the photos but I liked something in this one.



I am going to attempt the whole 365 project, especially after seeing what my contacts have achieved with taking a self portrait and finding new and creative ways to present themselves. I think the best so far has been Billy Law's efforts. The man is a genius.