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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
This is a very unusual nature image - we rarely see nature images in mono, and the infra red treatment makes it look like the egret is embedded in a Christmas tree! It is true that nature photography is about watching the creature and being patient for the right behaviour so well done on that. My suggestion on processing would be to add a bit more contrast and slightly lighten the face of the egret and darken down its shoulder. At the moment the shoulder is brighter than the face, but it should be the other way round. |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
I have to correct you on living close to an 'old city' - there are no 'old cities' in America!! Having said that, there is a clear old and new in this image, and it is quite unusual to have such a sharp contrast between adjacent buildings, so well done for presenting that to us. In addition to the wires, it looks like you have also removed lamp-posts and trees as well, which presents the buildings in a nice uncluttered way. I agree that this might also work well in mono, so worth a look. PS - That old warehouse looks ripe for re-development into some up-market apartments - a business opportunity if you are looking for one! |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
A good slice of Cuban life, though the couple in the back do not look much like locals. I like the cropping, with the trees providing a frame for the horse and carriage. The processing is quite high key, which is OK, but I think you have lost some of the detail on the roof of the carriage. The detail is there in the original, so it could be restored by turning down the high key just a bit. But it is always interesting to see where in the world we are going next! |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
Quite a busy image, but I agree that the conversion to mono simplifies it and allows us to pick out the various shapes. The open door is an invitation to enter the image and explore the bike shop. The bike right in the middle of the floor provides a focal point and the other one over the door gives a nice sense of repetition, so there are some good composition elements. Now, being very picky, there is a tiny bit of bright wheel remaining on the right side of the image that I would suggest either cloning or cropping out. |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Reply |
Thanks for your kind comments Henriette. I have already decided to take out that little bright spot. Elle turned up with a selection of outfits, so we said to her that the blue dress would match her blue skin because it was so cold! |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Reply |
Thanks Ian. See my reply to Trey above regarding the bright spot and the couch. It is always useful to receive some feedback, even it is contradictory! At the very least it makes me go back, think again and then come to my own decision. |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Reply |
Thanks Trey. There is actually only one woman in my life, and she accompanies me on all these photoshoots (and usually ends up with better pictures than me if I am honest!). Your suggestions are always welcome and I had already noticed that bright spot on the couch leg. Interesting that Ian disagreed regarding processing the couch. I might dial back the processing a bit though and see what I think. Thanks again. |
Mar 21st |
| 76 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
Ian, a very nice long exposure shot - one of your best in my opinion. I like the early morning pastel light and the detail you have managed to keep in the dark rocks. I think I am with Trey in proposing a crop on the left side. For me the main view is the channel of water between the rocks and out to the headland, and the extra bit of water on the left is a bit of a distraction. Your image of course, just my opinion. No other suggestions for improving on an already fine image. |
Mar 21st |
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