Comment from Old Redeye
Nicely composed shot. Good lighting and exposure; good job of getting the catchlights in his eyes. The red tie and rose really jump out of the shot. I like the twinkle in his eyes.

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from Dr. Michael Shelton
this is a nice shot done with feeling and love it has great expression and is a clean and clear work of art i love the color and the texture it has focus and tells a happy story

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from Chaxl
I have very little experience with portrait photography. However this is an outstanding portrait, and you must be proud since he's a fireman.

Great color, contrast angle and detail.

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

Thank you so very much! How did you know he was a fireman?

reply by Chaxl on 20-Jun-2011

From your description

Comment from PoohBear
Old Derek must work outside because he goes have some nice sun burn. Nice looking fellow here with a cute smile.

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

Thank you so very much! Construction iron worker supervisor!

Comment from DJack
Good shot. Very good details. Beautiful light and colors. Good composition. Great catch of the expression. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from ImagineIt
Nice portrait shot! Great job with composition, contrast, colors, detail, exposure, initial impact, story telling ability and technique. Nice artist notes. Thank you for sharing it

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2011

thank you so very much!