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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Comment |
Yes, definitely fantasy, Bob. As Robert says, I could see this on a book cover.
I'm not sure about your question on how to make it "Viewer Friendly". Each person interprets images differently. Not everyone will respond to our photos as we hope. I would like to see you make images for yourself. It's always an extra bonus if others get the thrill you do.
But to try to answer your question, I might try to punch it up a bit while putting a little more punch on the moon and sky. This could mean adding contrast and color. Your photo has a monochrome feel but dialling in some astro colors might give your photo the desired viewer response you are looking for. The rocks feel right to me. The darkened edges work well too.
You had quite the vision here and you made a truly imaginative image from a set of unremarkable pictures. Well done! |
Feb 22nd |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Comment |
Hi Robert, I have been at a loss on how to review your photo for quite some time. Not because I think it's a bad photo, it honestly does not speak to me like the passed images you have posted. I am the first to admit that this should not have influence on objectively reviewing a photo.
Part of my problem is that I am stuck on similar images I have seen that show flows of brilliant streams of red-hot, molten lava coming down tropical hillsides providing tasty leading lines from its source. However, not all Hawaiian lava pictures should be the same. We should make our own images.
I do love the lower half, and even the lower left corner which might make its own interesting image in a surreal way. The hardened lava and its swirled features are interesting. The steam might make for enough mystery without my feeling the need for some context which could make a compelling image.
I hope that I have not offended you with my cop-out review, Robert. I admire your experimentation along with the challenges of a rented camera and adverse conditions. |
Feb 22nd |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Reply |
Thank you for the nice words, Cheryl. I especially like your comments about solo photography. I often struggle with that. I am plagued with stifling self consciousness when I'm out by myself. Photographing with others inexplicably boosts my confidence and makes me work harder. However, sometimes I surprise myself. It's a strange subject that my photographer friends can't relate with. |
Feb 14th |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Comment |
Hello Cheryl. From my POV, the trees do not seem overdone at all. They actually look quite real and pleasant. I also feel that you were successful in creating a moody and cold scene. Your capture that includes that low hanging fog is like a frozen vale over the tops of the buildings. It lays out your intended moody look very well. It's a bone chilling place.
I'm wondering if your composition would be improved if you cropped out the bridge. The dead zone in the lower left would be eliminated and the image would not have a bowed look. Just a thought.
Cooling the image seems to work nicely.
You are a very gifted image maker and you captured a scene that looks like it was quite miserable to be in. |
Feb 14th |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Comment |
Hey Gloria, I agree with Bob that this is definitely worthy of a wall hanging. That splash of light on the center rocks is very nice.
Instead of lightening the left rocks as Bob suggests, I would keep it as is. It holds the viewer's eyes in the frame. Going one step further, try darkening the right rocks a bit for the same reason. One other thing: clone out the protruding rocks that are seen in the middle, far right of the bay. To my eyes, compositionally, it throws the balance off.
Your colors are wonderful. It's a peaceful image that makes me feel like I'm there. |
Feb 8th |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Reply |
Thank you, Bob. The soft focused island was the result of lots of ocean mist. The softness bothers me too. Perhaps I need to do a little USM action on it. |
Feb 6th |
| 96 |
Feb 22 |
Comment |
Hey there Haru; oh, I like this one! That nice light on the grassy embankment works very well. It draws my eyes in. It's fun when light provides you with these nice surprises. I also feel that the symmetrical composition with the side trees leaning into your center of interest is a brilliant touch. Of course, the green grass with the warm tones of the right-side trees gently pull my eyes that way - but not too strongly where I'm pulled out of the frame.
Just curious, Did you crop the top at all?
Trash that B&W. The color version tells the story more poetically.
Well done, Haru. Fabulous shot! |
Feb 2nd |
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