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Michael Thompson’s “La Grande Adalisque” with Julianne Moore

February 10, 2011

This portrait taken in 2003 for the cover of American Photograph magazine pays tribute to Jean-Auguste Ingres’ famous 19th-century painting La Grande Adalisque. Michael was originally supposed to shoot Julianne in a couture dress, but was so inspired by her flawless skin, he switched directions. This is lit with one

Howard Schatz’s Boxer

January 1, 2011

This picture, which shows a dramatic atmosphere, by using a good lighting and a good postproduction. The photographer is Howard Schatz and has won a prize. Camera: Hasselblad H2 with Leaf Aptus 75 digital back and 80mm lens, set on tripod six feet back. Shot at 1/125, f11, ISO 50. Lighting: The key light is a medium striplight at f22 boomed slightly in

Herman Huys

artist in disguise

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Michael Thompson’s “La Grande Adalisque” with Julianne Moore

Howard Schatz’s Boxer