So today in my apartment, I got home from work and was going to take a shower. When I turned the lights, they started flickering like crazy, and it was super dim. I was upset at first, but then I remembered I had a lamp on my desk that would help.... so yes, I did shower with a lamp as my main source of light. It was a different experience.
Anyway, after I was dressed, I was doing my hair with the light from the lamp really close on my face, and I thought the lighting looked really beautiful. So I finished up getting ready, and took a few shots of myself (which is rare, by the way) and experimented with angles, croping, and the harsh light from the lamp. It was actually really frustrating at first because what I saw in the mirror of my bathroom wasn't what I was getting on my camera. But after a little practice, I was happy with what I came out with.
I'm pretty sure my favorite one is the very last one. I just love the angle I chose and how the light works in that photograph. I also enjoy the second picture. I like how abstract it is... I guess curly hair does have it's advantages!
If you'd like to try this out, I'd suggest being very careful, even if it is just a lamp, the bulb is still very hot, and could hurt ya. Also it is really bright in a pitch black room, so be careful with your eyes. Don't be afraid to try something different, get creative!
(edited with Lightroom 4 and Photoshop CS5)
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