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Courtney Doerr Unfollow
“ The Unfinished Project ”
The daily reality of feeling "unfinished" until I put make-up on is a constant challenge. Here, I present a portrait of that vulnerability: half masked in make-up, half raw. An unfinished face, yes. An unfinished journey towards loving the skin I'm in? Absolutely.

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Photo Location: Emerald Hills, California
  • Erika Gerdsen Edited a month ago

    Hi Courtney, I must commend you on your courage for allowing yourself to be vulnerable. This closely cropped portrait meets the unfinished challenge very well. When I… more

    Hi Courtney, I must commend you on your courage for allowing yourself to be vulnerable. This closely cropped portrait meets the unfinished challenge very well. When I look at each side of your face individually (by covering the other side) there is a noticeable difference in expression. The make-up free side has more warmth and I feel that your smile is somehow brighter. It's as if the heavy eye make-up subdues the natural sparkle in your eyes. All the best with your journey of self-discovery and love.

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  • Sandy McCleary Edited 2 months ago

    I like the way you have captured your vision , and the story that goes with it

    I like the way you have captured your vision , and the story that goes with it

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Canon EOS Rebel T7 (EOS 2000D) Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II
1/160 f/5.6 3200 55

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#unfinished #selfportrait #unfinishedself #vulnerability #makeup #raw

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Portrait/Self-Portrait

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