A self-portrait

© Britney Almaguer 2010

If you could have your portrait taken by any photographer (let's say living persons for reality sake), who would it be? Being assigned to execute a self-portrait in the style of the answer to the previous question, Rodney Smith is my man of choice. Photographer, I mean. His extremely precise compositions, deeply rich, soft colors, and quirky poses cause me to stare in awe, much like when I stood before a Monet creation for the first time. I'm not exaggerating. Rodney's work is half-past incredible. Ethereal, classic and unique are three words to describe his original beauties.

Once-upon-time-ago, after receiving the assignment and before creating the photograph above, I emailed him. Incredibly, two months later, said email completely forgotten, he responded.


That was a great day.


So the above image is in homage to Rodney Smith. Thank you for your brilliance, Mr. Smith, and for continuing to inspire!

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Rodney Smith resources:
The Hat Book (on my shelf)
Rodney Smith + The End Starts Here (website + blog)
A podcast.