Hollywood lighting reworked                                                         inspirational image                                                                                                                                                                         

I reworked the original image, to make it a little bit brighter, this time before converting it to monochrome, adjusting the colours slightly first. A single light source with a honey comb diffuser was used, and  placed on the right hand side of my model, and slightly above. 

The original image for this recreation of Marlene Dietrich was taken by George Hurrell.

I'm really proud of this photo, because of what it symbolises, and thats both pride and loss. The pride comes from what our armed forces do for us, keeping us safe from outside threats, and the loss comes from the horrors of armed conflict. It' also the first picture of mine ever to go on display !!!! whoo hooo. If you'd have told me that 12 months ago, i'd have said you're joking !!!

Here you are Sandie, managed to put it up for you

Another picture taken during the summer break from college. Unfortunately, there is nothing I can do about the car, as it's a place of business. I did go back and try again, but no joy

Brian May,s roadie  taking a break. This was taken as part of a project as was the photo underneath

got loads of Brian may by other photographer, but this ones mine !!! lol

Did this today in college in the studio, where I'm still a little unsure of things !!! . The day went well, and I think I caught the spirit. of Marlene Dietrich from which this image is a recreation