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James Pondering. Model: jbrown0516. Retouch: Thach of FotoHouse

Meet Matt. Model: Matt M. Retouch: Thach of FotoHouse. On a day filled with emotions and mixed feelings for someone very dear to him who had passed, this portrait depicts his transitional moment of relief from all the suppressions endured throughout the day. This is a person who has overcome great hardships and adversity. His ability to sustain such optimism inspires me--it was truly an honor to photograph him. On a technical note, the capture had to be absolutely perfect as the DOF was narrow which could result to easily misfocusing while he nodded or moved his head during a conversation. So, it was essential to execute the shot while the gesture was in transit. What you see...is a moment where he is in the middle of saying, "I'm going to be OK". And it's more than okay.....life's good.

This photo is titled "Engagement"...and is one of my most intimate works - amazingly talented model. As for interest, the colors purple and blue were selected to convey certain hidden expressions. Purple represented mystery, uncertainty, but hope. Blue being the lighter side... defined having faith, to trust, and confidence in commitment. There is a double subject matter where the attention travels between her and the ring.