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Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 83 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Within the digital photography revolution came a vast array of post-production techniques to make these types imaginary narratives come to life.
Very clever, Dirk! |
Jun 15th |
| 83 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Hi Dirk! Brilliant use of shadows to transform this otherwise straight forward headshot into a more engaging/conversation piece.
Technically, I appreciate the use of F/2.0 to create a shallow (Dof) so our focus is on the models eyes. Note, stepping back from the monitor reveals more clarity in her eyes. Well done!! |
Jun 13th |
| 83 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
First, really like the shadow and light combination, combined with the unique architectural design, is a very engaging visual display....
Technically, the F/2.2 created a shallow (Dof), as such, the photograph is not as sharp as it could have been. Notes: in situations like this, dialing in more ISO will allow the user to shoot at a smaller aperture and also perhaps a faster shutter speed; both will improve clarity and still reveal the subtle hues/tones captured within these walls. (However, depending upon how much ISO is dialed in (and the age of the camera) digital noise will add to defining the aesthetics).
The other important factor, choosing the focus-point: experimenting with different points of focus and aperture settings are vital in situations like this.
All in all, I like the crop/composition and hope to see more like these; you have a great eye for these wonderfully beautiful shapes and lines. : )
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Jun 13th |
3 comments - 0 replies for Group 83
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| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Agreed....great capture! Important note...the eyes are crystal clear! Perfect.
Was autofocus ON, or did you have time to manually focus this?
I use manual focus 99 percent of the time, and it is vital I focus on the eyes of
my subject, especially at times when rushed....well done on seeing, stopping and getting the shot regardless of the method! : ) |
Jun 15th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Very Creative, Will! Amazing how these types of digital art compositions are completed so readily via technology offered within the Digital photography revolution....an outstanding abstract that will surely count as a conversation piece.
May I suggest also joining Creative Art group, where like artistic compositions are readily reviewed. |
Jun 11th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Reply |
It is not uncommon for the recommendations you have received, as they are all classic "photography club" and/or photography club competition popular: that is, a lot of these clubs/competitions rely too much on "rules", a lot are fair, but others not, and stifle Artistic expression (without manipulation).
The use of wide angle glass to impose a "sensei of grandeur" upon a scene is a technique I have used for years, and a few shots can be seen on my website (visualizingart.com) in the BW Landscape section. (Being on the road for the next two weeks I an unable to provide those examples now).
I hope I see more shots form you using exaggerated "field of view" in attempt to create a more compelling narrative. : ) |
Jun 10th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Beautiful photograph,Jennifer! However, though I love the tones within the BW version, I like if you had used the original compositional version. Why? I very much suggest the un-cropped (and corrected) version allows the viewer to "feel" and sense the very spot you stood. In my opinion, the original allows the viewer to sense/feel the steep the grade, much better than the cropped version. The original looks dynamic, the BW version less so.
But heart of your work is the shadows, and you did well to see them within this forest landscape: the BW rendering has created a very lovely feeling between light and shadow. The textures and tones are visually appealing! Well done, Jennifer! |
Jun 8th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Terrific, Dale....Jennifer made the first comment of how this is simple, but includes a certain amount of detail (and I will add, this detail is in the shadows). Together, a very fun-loving image to view.
I love BW photography, and of course you all know this.....of course, I would have converted this to BW or even shot the scene on BW film. In any case, Steve's (toned) example, in fact, brings a "colder" feeling (aesthetic) to your composition. Without the tone, and with a (harder) contrast between white & blacks, this would change more towards the abstract. So, there, two different examples of changing mood within the same photograph.
Does this work? Yes, of course this is a viable option for this particular composition, but of course, in this case, completely changes your original "warmer" multi-colored version, in itself, is also a viable option: two different narratives from the same composition. |
Jun 8th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Gee! Appreciate this shot, Steve...well composed and very engaging while being simple: and why it works so well, in my opinion, I am enjoying the simple (vertical fence lines) contrasted within your vertical shadow. Its clean. Fun to look at. Engaging. Well done.
Like Chan's featured photograph, this is another example of bringing prominence to the everyday: here with simple lines and with Chan's, a bit more complex, but equally engaging, indeed! Nice!! |
Jun 8th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Reply |
Hi Stephen! Ah, Maier, a great find in world of photography. Yes, one of her signatures was selfies and including shadows on a lot of her work. (I went to a presentation of her Color-Work in 2019, here in Atlanta). |
Jun 8th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Outstanding composition Chan! A wonderful (perfect) example of capturing the everyday (or even the mundane) and bringing beauty to them: here, within the shadows (and your clever/artistic) post-production, have done just this. As Dale noted, indeed, you have captured the essence of "painting with shadows". |
Jun 8th |
| 87 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Hello everyone! Really appreciate all the comments: can't see how flipping improves the overall engagement, but in any case, still provides a likable view. The mirrored partitions are a key component for this composition and one of the reasons Anne and me liked this scene. It was also quite dark.
Glad this image sparked a conversation: it's important we all add to each image regardless if positive or negative. At the same time, as Dale noted, sparking ideas for compositional structure, lighting and so forth, is a big positive in the learning process. : ) |
Jun 8th |
7 comments - 2 replies for Group 87
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| 99 |
Jun 21 |
Comment |
Hello Barbara...I'm visiting from DD83-Mono...your featured image fits right into our May and June theme (non-compulsory of course) of "painting with shadows". Hope you come by and review May and June images and also DD87 for the same.
I agree with cropping, but I suggest, all the shapes and lines of the fence stay intact, and instead, crop just above the top rail. In PSCC or LR darken the background during BW conversion, or not.....
In summery, the entire fence (and contrasting lines in the door) offer a very engaging, fun image!
Well done!!
Lance A. Lewin
PSA BW Photography Mentor
DD83-Mono & DD87 Admin |
Jun 13th |
1 comment - 0 replies for Group 99
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