A Black Country portrait

[farnz]

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Probably the last lens I would have considered using for a portrait would be a 10 mm hyper-wide lens but here's the result.  I was in a very cramped cottage in the Black Country Museum in Warwickshire and the 10 mm was able to scoop in everything I wanted and dealt with the complex colour balance from daylight, candle light, and open fire exceptionally well I feel.  While I'm aware that there are some  imperfections I'm pleased with the picture.

I wanted to show the subject in her surroundings as it would have looked 150 years ago.

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M10 with Voigtlander 10/5.6 Heliar Hyper-wide.

[fotografr]

This is a superb environment portrait. The lens choice was, in my opinion, the right one and I agree with you that the balance of different light sources was exceptional. Great job.

[Graham (G4FUJ)]

Very nice Pete. Difficult lighting that you have captured well.

Didn't own Leicas when I have previously visited. You have given me some new ideas here.

Looking forward to more photos.

[StS]

Another thumbs up for the lighting. The 10mm works again very well here.

Stefan

[stuny]

Very well done!

[Bateleur]

Fabulous colour and exposure too. Pete, you are right to be pleased with the photo.

[fotografr]

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I keep coming back to look at this fine image. The technique is really excellent.

[farnz]

4 hours ago, fotografr said:

I keep coming back to look at this fine image. The technique is really excellent.

Thank you Brent for your kind words.

Pete.