Let me introduce you to the 'Portrait for a Buck™' project.

Whether one shoots film or digital, edits b&w or color, the story is always the same--it's about hunger and spare change.

The Pics.








A Few Quick Tips.
If your model is not a poser, chitchat until the 'thing' happens then snap your shutter!
Composition-wise, while the rule of the thirds is a general rule of thumb, spontaneity is the key. However, still avoid putting the subject matter in the dead center! Focus on the eyes and use shallow DOF to defocus the background unless it tells a story. Try and crouch down a bit to avoid deep angles and distortion--similarly to kid photography--one knee down is good.
Natural light is your only ally so in-camera exposure has to be accurate.
Keep your edit simple and direct, not to drown the message and for the pic to remain genuine.
Mood and impact will be at the 'rendez-vous' as the looks are always true!
Last...beer is nice but a sandwich may be more helpful and...oh yes...puppies are 'deja-vu'.

Anybody can be involved! Just walk around with your cam--avoiding point-and-shoots and cellphones--a few bucks and a smile. Submit to DA and I'll try to catch up and feature!

Don't forget to ! All comments are welcome.

Until next time--flowsd.