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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Brad,
Thank you for your comment, I really appreciate it. I'm glad the scene creates a sense of tension that encourages the viewer to explore further and ask questions about what might be happening there.
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Kirsti,
Thank you for suggesting a title. I really enjoyed creating this image, but my mind went completely blank when it came to naming it. I'm glad you liked the scene! |
Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Peggy,
Thanks for your comment and suggestion. I agree with you about the luminosity in those areas, I had already darkened them from the original, but darkening a bit more does help to better focus attention on the rhino and the girl, and it enhances the image overall.
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Matt,
Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I'm really glad you enjoyed the image!
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Brad,
Congratulations on this image, I really love it! You've mastered the blending of the elements beautifully. The image has a strong emotional impact on the viewer, and your use of colour enhances that impact even further.
The story told through the man's hands, holding both life and a dead animal, surrounded by a nature that is almost disappearing, delivers a powerful message. I also love how you've blended the duck's head into the cow; it's a subtle yet striking detail.
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Alan,
Thank you for pointing me to the work of Jan and Nadia - they are truly inspiring, and I really enjoyed admiring their images.
I like the simplicity in your image and how the warm tones are complemented by the cooler ones. Your composition works well, with the girl on the right and the globes disappearing to the left. As always, you've handled the shadows beautifully, which makes the placement of the elements feel very realistic.
My only suggestion would be to play a bit with the light and shadows in the mountains to add a touch more dimensionality.
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Kirsti,
You are a master at creating these science fiction images! I really like the colours and the beams of light converging on the cube from different directions, it's very effective. You've handled the foreground and background beautifully, creating a realistic scene with just the right balance of light and mystery.
Well done!
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Matt,
I love the colours and the graphic design in your image. The grid,like frame sets the scene beautifully, and the diagonal lines introduce a sense of movement that makes the image very appealing to the viewer.
I have just one suggestion that, in my opinion, could enhance the image: consider clearing the white lines of the window, as they currently retain some details of the vegetation and buildings behind them.
You've composed a lovely image that truly makes me feel like I'm enjoying the city and the tropical weather.
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Jul 13th |
| 54 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Peggy,
I really like the way you brought everything together to create a sense of movement, the motion blur is just right. By removing the colour, you've further enhanced the feeling of the birds flying against the wind and over the rough seas.
As for suggestions for improvement, I agree with the previous comments: perhaps moving the upper bird slightly downward to avoid touching the dark line in the background. Also, there's a spot in the top right corner that could be easily removed, and I would suggest softening the texture lines in that corner as well.
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Jul 13th |
5 comments - 4 replies for Group 54
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| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Mark,
Thank you for your comment. I recently discovered that using the crop factor in-camera allows me to magnify the subject in the image, giving a close-up feeling similar to using a macro lens. However, since this already reduces the number of pixels in the image, I get a bit concerned about cropping further during editing.
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Jul 30th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Dick,
Thank you for your nice comment. I really appreciate your suggestion about cropping a bit tighter on the sides. |
Jul 30th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Barbara,
Thank you for your comment and suggestion. I agree with you, a closer crop of the flower could have enhanced those details even more. I'm always a bit hesitant with cropping because I worry about losing image quality, so I tend not to do it too often.
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Jul 13th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi David,
Thank you for your comment, I'm glad you liked the image! What caught my attention was how the small petals held the tiny dew drops in the early morning light. I tried to isolate that detail from the background, where there were other flowers, and that's where the soft purple tones in the background came from.
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Jul 13th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Mark,
I really enjoy dahlias, and I like how your image makes the dahlia stand out nicely against the dark green background. Your painterly editing of the background really enhances the flower and removes distractions.
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Jul 13th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi David,
I like that you focused on the little details, such as the small green leaf and the tiny pink petals behind the flower, which you've beautifully isolated against the blue sky.
My only suggestion would be to continue exploring your composition by concentrating all the attention in that area, creating a strong abstraction of the flower. |
Jul 13th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Barbara,
I like how your rose stands out against the green background. The amount of detail on the flower and the soft, blurred background complement each other very well.
My only suggestion would be to try flipping the image to the right and see which composition you prefer.
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Jul 13th |
| 65 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Dick,
I really enjoyed your image, it's beautifully composed, and the level of detail and clarity is superb. I love how the yellows blend with the reds in the petals, and the curves and textures of the flower are truly exquisite. |
Jul 13th |
4 comments - 4 replies for Group 65
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| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Adrian,
Thank you for your comment and cropping suggestion. You're right - reducing the amount of flower beautifully enhances the wasp.
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Jul 30th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Maria,
This Cuckoo wasp is also new to me. I recently moved back to Spain, and this is my first full spring here photographing insects. This one caught my attention with its vibrant metallic colours - something I had never seen before. Thank you for your comment!
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Jul 30th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Karen,
I really enjoy taking close-ups and macro shots of little insects, but I've realized I've lost a lot of practice, or maybe they're just faster than me now! Bokeh and sharpness are my main goals when composing the shot, and of course, don't forget the depth of field.
I have hundreds of images that are almost perfect, but they lack enough detail due to the reduce depth of field or slight focus issues.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Richard,
Thank you for your comment. I agree about the space at the bottom - I definitely need to find another one and try for a better composition.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Bruce,
Thank you for your comment. I agree that the bottom left is a bit tight, but I was so focused on capturing the moving wasp that I didn't realize the flower was so close to the border.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Isaac,Thank you for your comment. After the move, I lost a bit of my mojo when it came to taking photos, but recently I pushed myself to grab the camera and get out of the house to find something interesting.
When I saw the colours of this wasp, I really loved them, so I tried to capture a nicely focused image. I've lost some practice, so I definitely need to get out more often! |
Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Isaac,
This is a fantastic moment you've captured, full of detail and clarity, made even more powerful by the eye contact with the viewer.
The bear stands out beautifully against the warm greens in the background, and the details in the fur, fish, and claws all come together to create a truly beautiful image.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Adrian,
Great capture of this rarely seen species of dolphin! You've framed it well, capturing a behavioural moment that illustrates the life of these animals. The light pink of its skin contrasts nicely with the brown water, and the square crop helps to focus attention even more on the dolphin.
By removing the line, you've concentrated all the attention on the animal, which works very well, but leaving it in the image could have told a different story, highlighting the presence of human influence in nature. |
Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Maria,
Your image made me feel how much I miss Australia, where I lived for twelve years. I really enjoyed visiting my favourite spot, Long Reef, to photograph pelicans and cormorants that were local to the area.
I love the moment of interaction you've captured, and I also appreciate how you've enhanced the subtle colours in the image. The framing works very well, and the level of detail and clarity beautifully complement the scene.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Richard,
What a lovely moment of interaction and behaviour you've captured with this stilt family. I really like how you've only revealed one of the chicks through its tiny legs peeking out from under the adult, it says so much about their behaviour in a subtle way.
I also agree with the suggestions about the tighter crop, which helps to further focus attention on the birds.
As a suggestion, you might try using the "Select Subject" tool in Lightroom to isolate the birds and apply exposure or other adjustments. It could work better than a radial gradient, as I noticed a light halo around the chick that might be a result of the gradient. |
Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Karen,
What a lovely moment you've captured! The tight crop really enhances the image and draws the viewer's attention to the tender interaction.
My only suggestion would be to slightly reduce the luminosity of some of the white areas in the background behind the little penguin, as it might help keep the focus on the subjects even more.
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Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Bruce,
What a great encounter with the sea lion! I really like the dynamic tension in the image, with the sea lion almost leaping into the water. The warm tones of the light work beautifully with the blue of the sea, and the clarity and detail are captured so well.
The dark flipper could perhaps have a bit more detail, but it doesn't bother me, the image is still very strong overall. |
Jul 13th |
| 72 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Isaac,
Apologies for contacting you this way, but I'm having trouble sending my image for this month.
I've tried twice, and both times I received an email stating that the recipient's email system rejected the connection from my email server. I'm not sure what happened, as I followed the same steps as in previous months.
I would really appreciate it if you could let me know how to proceed.
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Jul 8th |
7 comments - 6 replies for Group 72
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| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Adrian,
Thank you for your comment. I would have also preferred if that little branch wasn't in front of the bird's leg, but the bird was so restless that I didn't want to move and risk it flying away. Next time, I'll pay more attention to that detail, and after taking a few shots, I'll try to move slightly to the right or left.
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Jul 30th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Cindy,
Thank you for your nice comment. I agree with you - the cropping factor definitely changes the feeling of the image. As I mentioned, sometimes it's not easy to decide which version I prefer.
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Jul 30th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Steve,
Thank you for your comment, I really appreciate your suggestions about cropping. As you said, it's a personal choice. Cropping tightly enhances the features of the bird, while a wider frame also shows the environment. Sometimes it's not easy to decide which one I prefer.
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Jul 30th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Jerry,
Thank you for your nice comment. I agree with you about the fern branch, it was between me and the bird, and maybe I could have avoided it by moving to the side. But this little demon was moving so fast from side to side that I was too afraid to move, worried it would disappear before I had a chance to get the shot!
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Reply |
Hi Bruce,
Thank you for your comment and suggestions that I really appreciate. They helped make the image pop!
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Cindy,
I'm always amazed by the incredible variety of colours birds display in their feathers, and this lilac-breasted roller is no exception with its vibrant hues. The pose is lovely, the sharp detail is beautiful, and I also really like the framing of the image.
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Adrian,
Hummingbirds are such beautiful creatures with their vibrant colours and iridescent shine. You've captured this one with great sharpness and detail, and the addition of its extended tongue is a fantastic element, it really gives us a sense of how long it needs to be to reach into flowers.
I also like the suggestion of a tighter crop, and you might consider cloning out the small dark line just to the right of the border for a cleaner composition. |
Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Steve,
You've captured that family beautifully, giving us a glimpse into their behaviour, all framed by a stunning background. The ripples on the water, enhanced by the golden light, add a lovely atmosphere.
I really like the contrast between the Canadian geese and the shimmering water, and the way the chicks are protected by the parents makes the image even more heartwarming.
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Sanat,
Great image of this kingfisher from India! I would love to have the opportunity to visit India someday and experience its natural wonders firsthand, such incredible variety.
I really like all aspects of this image: the beautiful light that highlights the bird, the excellent detail and clarity, and the nicely blurred background that enhances the bird's vibrant colours beautifully.
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
Hi Bruce,
Great image of this bluebird, the pose and expression are priceless, and the blurred background frames it perfectly. It's my first time seeing this bird, and it's truly unique. In Australia, we have blue wrens, but this one is even more beautiful!
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Jul 18th |
| 91 |
Jul 25 |
Comment |
What a lovely bird with such striking colours! I really like the eye contact with the viewer, and the fact that it's eating something adds interest and elevates the image. You've framed it well, and I also agree with Bruce's suggestion, the colour contrast works beautifully.
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Jul 18th |
6 comments - 5 replies for Group 91
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22 comments - 19 replies Total
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