BAMComix Presents - Hidden in the shadows -Chapter sixty-seven - Victoria.

Thanks for looking guys, thoughts?

A lot of background info about agents and their origins.
And the question of their humanity (discussed here in comments to earlier episodes) is also addressed.

Visisonor wrote:A lot of background info about agents and their origins.
And the question of their humanity (discussed here in comments to earlier episodes) is also addressed.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read the chapter my friend . Yeah, lot's to get through, but questions that needed answers I think .

The one wearing white looks busty, especially in the final image.
The high level of busty adds a comical edge to the story.

Nice new installment, highlighting the range of backgrounds and characters and your ability to intertwine the plotlines into one big story. I was amused by that Egyptian wall in the conference room. Unlike ukshaun, however, I would be careful how I pose these bodies, as the overly busty effect undermines any remnant of realism and might be interpreted to be in poor taste (especially in a non-adult-themed forum). Jenna looked quite perfect in a bunch of the photos, but others were completely distracting. Of course, that is just my opinion.

ukshaun wrote:The one wearing white looks busty, especially in the final image.
The high level of busty adds a comical edge to the story.

Pleased you enjoyed the story.

GubernatorFan wrote:Nice new installment, highlighting the range of backgrounds and characters and your ability to intertwine the plotlines into one big story. I was amused by that Egyptian wall in the conference room. Unlike ukshaun, however, I would be careful how I pose these bodies, as the overly busty effect undermines any remnant of realism and might be interpreted to be in poor taste (especially in a non-adult-themed forum). Jenna looked quite perfect in a bunch of the photos, but others were completely distracting. Of course, that is just my opinion.

That of course is the problem with the S20/21b body, and of course how you dress them. I hoped the white jumper/sweater would've over come this, but clearly images it has become distracting . Either way, I'm pleased you enjoyed the story, Ian.

BAMComix wrote:

GubernatorFan wrote:Nice new installment, highlighting the range of backgrounds and characters and your ability to intertwine the plotlines into one big story. I was amused by that Egyptian wall in the conference room. Unlike ukshaun, however, I would be careful how I pose these bodies, as the overly busty effect undermines any remnant of realism and might be interpreted to be in poor taste (especially in a non-adult-themed forum). Jenna looked quite perfect in a bunch of the photos, but others were completely distracting. Of course, that is just my opinion.

That of course is the problem with the S20/21b body, and of course how you dress them. I hoped the white jumper/sweater would've over come this, but clearly images it has become distracting . Either way, I'm pleased you enjoyed the story, Ian.

You have so much going for these stories with all these characters and props. As for the sweater and the bust, it might be largely down to specific posing, because it was not an issue in many of the shots. In others (and not only here), I've wondered if you are not going for a pinup effect (for which this is not exactly the best place) on purpose. But it might also have to do with the effect of the camera at a certain distance and a certain angle. But yes, S20/21 is one of those that seems to have had too much of a good thing (and probably gives some people back problems just looking at it).

GubernatorFan wrote:

BAMComix wrote:

GubernatorFan wrote:Nice new installment, highlighting the range of backgrounds and characters and your ability to intertwine the plotlines into one big story. I was amused by that Egyptian wall in the conference room. Unlike ukshaun, however, I would be careful how I pose these bodies, as the overly busty effect undermines any remnant of realism and might be interpreted to be in poor taste (especially in a non-adult-themed forum). Jenna looked quite perfect in a bunch of the photos, but others were completely distracting. Of course, that is just my opinion.

That of course is the problem with the S20/21b body, and of course how you dress them. I hoped the white jumper/sweater would've over come this, but clearly images it has become distracting . Either way, I'm pleased you enjoyed the story, Ian.

You have so much going for these stories with all these characters and props. As for the sweater and the bust, it might be largely down to specific posing, because it was not an issue in many of the shots. In others (and not only here), I've wondered if you are not going for a pinup effect (for which this is not exactly the best place) on purpose. But it might also have to do with the effect of the camera at a certain distance and a certain angle. But yes, S20/21 is one of those that seems to have had too much of a good thing (and probably gives some people back problems just looking at it).

Yes, camera angles certainly can give that effect at times. I will admit in some single pics I do, some have pin-up elements, but in my comics I try to go for the more normal effect. Again, though, it can be a tricky balance to get right. If (which I sure you know) you stop and think about the sheer amount of photographs taken to do a single chapter, and believe me it's probably three or even four times of pics that are used, some will slip past and make it in to the final edit.
It's actually a great point Greg, you have addressed and something I will certainly look into .

Oh, trust me, I realize you must take a ton of photos and then weed through them (partly easy to set aside some, partly hard to choose one over another); and even then there are sometimes shots that didn't come out quite right but for which there is no better alternative. And, another hurdle, trying to not post much more than necessary (although working within the format of a comic strip, you would be a lot less likely to succumb to that). I would imagine that for these strips you guys are also trying to consider where the callout balloons would go, yet another complication.
Which makes your work all the more impressive.
PS I just took 22 photos of the "blue moon." The last 12 were after I figured out my camera would actually adjust for it to get a decent amount of detail if I really increased the level of zoom. So yes... taking a lot more photos than one needs comes natural.

GubernatorFan wrote:Oh, trust me, I realize you must take a ton of photos and then weed through them (partly easy to set aside some, partly hard to choose one over another); and even then there are sometimes shots that didn't come out quite right but for which there is no better alternative. And, another hurdle, trying to not post much more than necessary (although working within the format of a comic strip, you would be a lot less likely to succumb to that). I would imagine that for these strips you guys are also trying to consider where the callout balloons would go, yet another complication.
Which makes your work all the more impressive.
PS I just took 22 photos of the "blue moon." The last 12 were after I figured out my camera would actually adjust for it to get a decent amount of detail if I really increased the level of zoom. So yes... taking a lot more photos than one needs comes natural.

It's so cool that you totally get how challenging it can be, and also the amount of work tat goes into creating them . I must admit, I do enjoy do them. Yeah, camera adjustments can make a huge difference and seem so obvious afterwards, but hugely rewarding when we get it right .
Now, I have to go and check out the blue moon pics

BAMComix wrote:  It's so cool that you totally get how challenging it can be, and also the amount of work tat goes into creating them . I must admit, I do enjoy do them.  Yeah, camera adjustments can make a huge difference and seem so obvious afterwards, but hugely rewarding when we get it right .
Now, I have to go and check out the blue moon pics

I have a bona fide electronic camera that was good at the time I purchased it, but I would have to undertake archaeological excavations to uncover it (don't even ask me what brand or model). That clearly had a ton of settings. But now I mostly use my phone. Which also has a ton of settings, so I'm not even using it to its full effect/capacity.
I haven't posted the blue moon pics (maybe I should work them into a story or random photo?). I bet professional photographers (or those who know what they're doing) with special lenses or accessories would be able to get something absolutely spectacular. But I suppose it is a good thing to find pleasure even in a modicum of success.

GubernatorFan wrote:

BAMComix wrote:  It's so cool that you totally get how challenging it can be, and also the amount of work tat goes into creating them . I must admit, I do enjoy do them.  Yeah, camera adjustments can make a huge difference and seem so obvious afterwards, but hugely rewarding when we get it right .
Now, I have to go and check out the blue moon pics

I have a bona fide electronic camera that was good at the time I purchased it, but I would have to undertake archaeological excavations to uncover it (don't even ask me what brand or model). That clearly had a ton of settings. But now I mostly use my phone. Which also has a ton of settings, so I'm not even using it to its full effect/capacity.
I haven't posted the blue moon pics (maybe I should work them into a story or random photo?). I bet professional photographers (or those who know what they're doing) with special lenses or accessories would be able to get something absolutely spectacular. But I suppose it is a good thing to find pleasure even in a modicum of success.

i totally agree, I'm far from a professional photographer myself, although I do have some great friends who are trying to help me improve my skills (I'm thankful for their patience, believe me ). I shall look forward to the new pics, however you decide to present them in the end .