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Sunday, March 22, 2009

Flash is Evil

Jameson


It is 'No Flash' week at i heart faces. Not hard to find a qualifying photo, as I typically shun using flash.



I decided to use the above photo of my friend's son, Jameson, because it was taken at a time when I could have easily caved in and used flash. I wanted so badly to take photos of this darling, and he and his mom were only in town for a few days. We scheduled a time to get together, but the lighting was terrible (non-existent). We went outside and worked hard to get this image (without flash!), which turned out to be one of my all-time favorites! Isn't he a doll?!

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33 comments:

  1. Molly AnneMarch 22, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    Oh my gosh - YES! Look at those eyelashes! And I'm a total sucker for big brown eyes.
    The photo turned out great. I usually shun flash also - natural light just looks so much better to me.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 22, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    I agree...natural light is best. I do have times where I just can't get the picture and I do cave. I'm still learning...

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  3. SarahMarch 22, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Wow! Gorgeous...both the photo and the child!

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  4. tiarastantrumsMarch 22, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    wow - that is beautiful

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  5. DonnaMarch 22, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    So beautiful! Okay, I'm throwing my flash away and trying harder to make good use of natural light!

    Donna
    Our Blog: Double Happiness!

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  6. ShaeMarch 22, 2009 at 10:14 PM

    What a beautiful shot. I love the light on his face.

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  7. MireilleMarch 22, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Very well done, what a cutie pie!!

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  8. theUngourmetMarch 22, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Love your photo!

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  9. JenniferMarch 22, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    Absolutely stunning picture! I love it!

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  10. JamiMarch 22, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    This is just breathtaking! His eyes are fabulous, and that's my favorite part of using natural light. The amazing things it does to eyes. Great job!!!

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  11. UnknownMarch 22, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    Yes, he's absolutely a doll. Cutie pie!

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  12. Amy @ Living LocurtoMarch 23, 2009 at 12:03 AM

    Wonderful!

    Amy
    Co-Founder
    I Heart Faces

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  13. RebeccaMarch 23, 2009 at 12:18 AM

    LOVE it!
    Fantastic eyes!... great use of natural light.
    What a cutie!

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  14. ellieshineMarch 23, 2009 at 4:37 AM

    This is gorgeous! Beautiful, beautiful light on his face! I'm a little embarrassed of my entry now!

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  15. UnknownMarch 23, 2009 at 5:15 AM

    That is an adorable and beautiful picture! Nice job

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  16. RandiMarch 23, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Beautiful photo! I love his eyes, his sweet expression, and that adorable hat :)

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  17. KatieMarch 23, 2009 at 9:20 AM

    I love his eyes and the lighting is perfect!

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  18. MelindaMarch 23, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    Holy cow - look at those amazing catchlights! Beautiful photo...as always : )

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  19. TJMarch 23, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    So9 good!
    I am just amazed at all the great photos!!
    TJ

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  20. SusanMarch 23, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Precious! What a handsome little guy.

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  21. UnknownMarch 23, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Oh. my. word. He is to die for cute. Those lashes are amazing! I'm so blown away by all the talent this week -- great shot!

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  22. MelissaMarch 23, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    Love the chocolate on his skin, and such great light in his eyes! It looks like it was worth all of the work!

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  23. Mrs. BirdMarch 23, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    Very cute!

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  24. Bryce's mommaMarch 23, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    Great shot! I love the combination of the brown hat with his brown eyes! Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  25. AnonymousMarch 23, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    yes - what a shot and a cutie

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  26. Beth@Pages of Our LifeMarch 23, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    Heidi,

    I love your new space to showcase your heartfelt writing and wonderful pictures.

    This one is awesome! I love the colors present and the way you captured those eyes.

    Beautiful

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  27. StephMarch 23, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  28. CarebearMarch 23, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    Top ten material for sure! I favorited this the moment I saw it on the i Heart Faces forum! Such a gorgeous shot. Love everything about it. Can't wait to see it again in the winner's circle on Friday!

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  29. Aja JeniseMarch 23, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    This is priceless Heidi!! The detail is A-MAZING! These eyes and the color is so RICH!!

    You never fail to amaze...

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  30. tiff(threeringcircus)March 24, 2009 at 3:10 AM

    Oh I love this.

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  31. FrogmumMarch 25, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    Absolutely - GORGEOUS!! You would never think the light was poor at all!

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  32. AnonymousMarch 26, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    Beautiful - I love this. What sweet wonder.

    Thanks for my comment too. :)

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  33. Sweet PeripetyMarch 27, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    absolutely a breathtaking photo!

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