Now that the iPad 2 boasts a camera, we’re seeing even more creativity in the iOS photography arena. One concept that has raised a smile here at Mashable is the iPad self-portrait.
We’ve selected 10 top examples of iPad owners having fun with both versions of the Apple tablet to create playful portraits — a very modern twist on the classic artistic genre.
Take a look through the gallery to see our favorites (in no particular order) and let us know about any great ones you’ve come across — or created — in the comments below.
1. Tim Knezevich
Beautiful lighting adds a quiet grace to Tim Knezevich's fantastically done infinity illusion.
2. Alexander Small
Alexander Small adds another layer to his self-portrait with the addition of an iPhone that effectively highlights his intense eyes.
3. PBody
PBody gags hims elf in his perfectly aligned and very well done self-portrait.
4. Ryan Pendleton
The thinking behind Ryan Pendleton's fun shot is to show how sometimes gadgets can enslave their owners. Although as a self-confessed iProduct fan, Pendleton says he "happily succumbs" to such enslavement.
5. Chris Deakin
Photoshop ninja Chris Deakin has combined two separate images to create his pixellated take on the iPad self-portrait.
6. Jonathan Vazquez
There's no Photoshop in Jonathan Vazquez's portrait that uses multiple Apple devices to great effect.
7. Ted
Ted is the first to admit his neck isn't aligned perfectly, but we're certainly not going to hold that against him as we enjoy his cool camera-themed creation.
8. Andrei Popa
We're impressed with this pic, in which Andrei Popa puts himself inside his iPad.
9. Corey Weekley
There's a real sense of fun in Corey Weekley's photo. We especially enjoy the...