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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 79 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
Lauren - lovely subject, lovely colors.
Thinking of Karl's concern about the background, and since this is in a controlled environment, I would consider putting a sheet of paper (perhaps a photo of a blurred background of a neutral or contrasting color) behind the subject before you take the shot. This would also allow you to use a larger depth of field (if you had a tripod or a local light source). |
Mar 20th |
| 79 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
A great portrait - even with the single image alone. The "monocle" is so inventive and draws in the viewer. I see the side images as having a conversation and so this leads to the idea of an inner dialog (not quite the demon and an angel on your shoulders but along those lines).
I take Freddie's idea of adding contrast to the side images - but I would suggest a color filter might work if you wish to enhance the narrative I am seeing. |
Mar 20th |
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| 79 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
My first impression was mermaid.
The ICM does well convey here an upward movement. My only quibble is that the second set of hands is difficult to reconcile (hanging from the ceiling) and for me becomes a distraction, and so I would prefer a 90 degree clockwise rotation so that the subject is in a headlong dive to a person standing up ... |
Mar 20th |
| 79 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
I too like this outcome - I thought space-alien attack. I prefer Karl's cut and I think 1926 is even more spooky (war of the worlds) - I wonder of you could bring that number out more clearly. It is not exactly monotone - which I think is good - but rather a very limited palate and I do like it: for me it adds interest and contrast (compared to one tone) while still gaining the benefits focus on line and for from the color reduction. |
Mar 20th |
4 comments - 0 replies for Group 79
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| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Reply |
My aim was to deemphasize the details and to highlight the broad brushstrokes of the dark branches: a nod to minimalism, a focus on form. Sorry you lost the snow you so like though - maybe next year |
Mar 21st |
| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
A capture of a personality. I agree with Peter in doubting the white line. I feel that the centaur is the subject rather than the ferry and so I would isolate that rather than suppling context. |
Mar 15th |
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| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
John, I think this is works very well: both novel and impactful. What strikes me is the way you have retained sufficient but minimal detail for the "shading" of the clothes and grass, a difficult compromise I am sure. I also think it started with an effective composition with the two triangles of legs intersecting - and the motion of the players captured in flight. Zombies perhaps, but very dynamic! |
Mar 15th |
| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
Linda, good shot. I like the light that hugs the chest and belly, adds for me an etherial quality.
I agree that the branch is essential for interest and balance. I would prefer to use it less: and to leave open space on the left where the bird is looking. My cut is below. |
Mar 15th |
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| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
I like nearly everything about this, and I commend you for taking/using this shot which looked so unpromising to my eyes: I think you have worked marvels in post-processing.
Only one doubt: did you cut too deep? I offer a light variation which I feel adds to the subjects presence by retaining more of the body. Just a thought (and of course it lacks your care in processing) |
Mar 15th |
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| 99 |
Mar 24 |
Comment |
Beautifully done - and the processing nicely obscures the road. Particularly good that the deer look straight at the camera whilst not running away; you must have a gentle approach. |
Mar 15th |
5 comments - 1 reply for Group 99
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9 comments - 1 reply Total
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