Only rectally

As a northen-ish countryperson. I share this scale

No the Cardinal formerly known as Prevost got a new name when he became pope

People who say they belive in jesus, would be my definition.

If emulating jesus was what the christian church was about I would have less scrupules

The laws of the universe and its intricacies suggest that it must possess knowledge and wisdom etc.

You should study physics

Shame culture vs guilt culture

Not hiding anything really. Just assuming the rest of the world will keep looking the other way.

That demographic the main beneficiary of the current governement

It’s very fucking dark that when reading about this I immediately think about how the timing of this coming out coincides with Europe (and Britain) pulling together in disapproval of Israel.

But both cases should be in front of the ICC, honestly, and a rain een such a court is necessary. Why is it so giving hard not to kill and torture children?

Shame culture vs guilt culture

Well essentially it’s best to keep on trying and develop a sense of what you yourself find most pleasing.

Direct flash, Dutch Angles and lazy cropping/editing is part of a modern design trend. But it is worth while learning how to do stuff, classically.

Playing with light is essential and it’s cool to see how small changes in angle of lighting can dramatically alter your image.

It’s not a guide, it’s a list.

Welcome back, commander

No that’s based on Xenia Onatopp

Well you need to know a lot about the reproductive process of amphibians, so that you can tell others about it.

That and minor in aggressive rap music might help.

Also watching Bob Ross, as he used to be a drill instructor.

Also true

This might awaken something in you:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkLqAlIETkA

Probably for the better, his historic research is not all that thorough. I’d recommend Todd Todes ini (Todd’s workshop) or Matt Easton over him.

You got a very long and in depth reply on the technical aspect.

I must say I prefer the first photo. I see what you’re getting at with the shadow play, but to me it looks a little like the direct frontal flash on the camera.

Putting the lights a little higher gets rid of that. But ultimately you need to decide what you want. If you want it to be a catalog style/commercial style picture you don’t want the shadows to interfere.

If you want a more period picture, your first attempt is better, as the backdrop looks a bit older and more in focus.