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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Reply |
I love the bridge also, but the truth is that I really don't like this image very much. I think perhaps my best bet will be to return to that location and try again. Thanks for the suggestions, though, |
May 25th |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Comment |
Blake Rudis is one of my photographer heroes. I have learned a lot from watching his tutorials, and he seems to just keep on producing more and more interesting ways to process images. This, however, it one I am unfamiliar with.
I admire you for being a continuous learner and for always trying new things. You are an asset to this group because you share so much of what you are learning.
Having said all that, I find this image just a little too soft for my taste. On the other hand I like the color you have introduced. I am betting you will continue to work with this and will eventually transform it into a work of are. Thanks for sharing, Debbie. |
May 22nd |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Comment |
This is beautiful architecture and it makes me want to go in closer to see the details. It would probably be interesting from many different perspectives and distances. For me, the soft colors you have achieved are very pleasant and in my opinon they work well for this image. I would suggest you clone out the road on the left making it into an extension of the grassy area. Have you also tried it in monochrome? I am betting you could make several different version of this image and they would all work. |
May 22nd |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I really like the receding arches and would not have guessed this was a bike rack. Good work seeing things from a different perspective - a lesson for us all. Also, I think adding the rectangular shape was clever. This is an image that I could look around in for quite some time, wondering what it actually is and why it looks the way it does. It's an interesting image and I think your processing has worked well. |
May 22nd |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Comment |
First, I want to let you know that NIK Silver Efex Pro 2 should work even if your image is already converted to monochrome. Personally, after trying B&W conversions in a number of other software programs, I still think Silver Efex is the best, so I would encourage you to try to get some help to get it working for you.
Having said that, I think this is a good photojournalism image. I would never have guessed it was Mongolia - it looks to me a lot like the American SW. For me, the sky is where the "party" is. It adds drama to the scene by suggesting threatning weather in an already harsh environment. |
May 22nd |
| 35 |
May 19 |
Comment |
This interesting old barn-like structure looks like it could be in Arkansas where I live. It makes a good subject, and personally I find the textures of both the wood and the roof interesting. In my opinion, this image needs more contrast. There is a tiny bit of white, but for me it does not pop. I think you could make the whites appear whiter by darkening the sky. Also, I think some dodge and burn on the grassy area would help add depth and contrast. |
May 22nd |
5 comments - 1 reply for Group 35
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| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
This made me smile, because I have an image of a Cormorant in flight that is exactly like this, and I shot it at Wakodahatchee! The water in that spot makes a beautiful background in my opinion. The bird is tack sharp - I would expect no less from you. The auto focus tracking on that A9 is the best. Maybe I am prejudiced, but I like this just the way it is and would not change a thing. |
May 19th |
| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I can see what drew you to this subject. Those first hints of spring are hard to resist. I like the diagonal line of trees and I think the crop is a step in the right direction; but that one branch that crosses from mid right to top right and is connected to nothing is an element that I find a bit distracting. I know I am supposed to give a suggestion as to how to rectify that, but the only thing I can come up with involves a lot of cloning. Still, I think it would strengthen the composition if it were removed. My final suggestion is that I feel it is a bit too warm, so I would consider moving the temperature slider a bit to the left. You might try it and see what you think, but if the yellow is the way you saw it, then you should go with it. |
May 19th |
| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
In my opinion, the lighting on the bird is magnificent. Everything about th subject is sharp. For me, the darkened background adds to the drama. That light worked well for the bird, but I feel that it is too bright on the log and would benefit from darkening it. |
May 19th |
| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I think this is a strong nature story - I wonder if the Great Blue swallowed his catch whole? They are amazing fishermen. I like the detail in the feathers, and the wing position is perfect in my opinion. My first thought as to post processing would be to add a luminosity mask or two. The water is so bright that for me it detracts from the bird. My second thought would be to warm it up just a tiny bit. |
May 19th |
| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
I think you have created a very artistic image. The color harmony is wonderful to me. I like the hint of purple on the edges of the white. I think you got the depth of field just right - sharp flowers and nice bokeh. For me, the white flowers in the lower right pull my eye away from your main subject, so I would consider eliminating them. You know how I liket square crops, and I think that would work here. The tall stalk on the left adds balance in my opinion, but you might want to tone it down just a bit. |
May 19th |
| 52 |
May 19 |
Comment |
In my opinion, you "nailed it" Carol. Yes, "dreamy is the first thought that came to mind. I love the luminosity of the flowers, and the texture works well on the background. I would suggest you try a version where there is no texture on the flower - just on the background - and see what you think. I am not sure whether or not that would improve the image, but it is worth a try. I think this is a wonderful artistic interpretation and admire your tenacity in going for it given the wind and without a tripod. That, in my opinion, is a testament to your photographic skills. |
May 19th |
6 comments - 0 replies for Group 52
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11 comments - 1 reply Total
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