[Chris Saper]

Hi Renee,

I agree with the foregoing posts, but only sort of. If you need to build a portfolio with samples, I would put this aside and shoot more film. Even when people are standing, and you plan only a head and shoulders piece, have them stand with most of their weight on one leg. This will create a contrapposto body language, where there will be natural interest in the uneven shoulder line and balance of the head on the neck. Building your portfolio, if you don't have one that meets your needs, should be a business priority.

As to the photo at hand, I am untroubled by the viewpoint. The most difficult thing about this photo is that you have very little value differentiation, so it will be very challenging to show volume. However, you can do a lot with just temperature change, and I think that it would be a fun exercise to try, when you have (LOL) time on your hands.

Mike, fantastic photo, as always!