Self Portrait Assignment Submission for the Photogames
On failure and unsatisfying Plan B's
My entry for the Self Portrait Assignment of Week 1 of the second season of the Photo Games
I had grand plans for the self portrait contest this week, but in the end I was crushed under the weight of my own expectations and was unable to bring my better ideas to life. I spent all of today trying to brainstorm a new idea, and did, but it was far, far better on paper than in photo form, so I went to Plan B: throw on some sunglasses and stand by a gridded soft box.
It's alright, but it's not me, and it's not creative, and I'm kicking myself for not coming up with something better. It's frustrating when you have promising concepts but can't find a way to turn them into reality.
Since practice makes perfect, you can tell I haven't practiced creative photography in many months, but I was happy to have a reason to do so this week - thanks to @jarvie and the Week 1 Photo Stars for hosting this great challenge! I enjoyed the break from routine and the excuse to work on a fun photo. Looking forward to the next creative challenge!
you should have sold this image as the james bond side of you that only unicorns know about
Bahahaha! Yes...lost opportunities.
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Good thing your plan B is still pretty awesome
Haha, well, thanks!
Looks great!
Thanks, Sara! :)
Straight from The Matrix. Very cool shadows!
Hehe, yes, I guess that grid pattern kinda sells the idea of the Matrix! Thanks!
Don't sell yourself short! This looks great! Assignments are always good for forcing you to do something new.
Well, thanks! :D
No cloak? Still love it though!
Nah, I didn't feel like wrapping myself in a blanket last night. :p
Did you take the red pill or the blue pill?
No, I said "I don't want to take any of your mysterious coloured pills!"
By the way I love how the grid was reflected on the glasses! And the shadows are awesome.
Thank you! Shadows are the best way of concealing a messy background... and hair. :D
Don't worry, whenever I see your shots I think it must be hard constantly living up to such a high standard
Hehe, thanks! I mean, I should be improving all the time, though, right? But I have a sunglass photo from 2012 that is probably still my best. It's frustrating that I can't better it!