Activity for User 1716 - Douglas Gerdts - douggerdts@gmail.com

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9 Jul 24 Reply Thanks Jim - I did struggle with the glare and didn't consider a filter. The string actually holds a medallion of authenticity so I can't remove it but could have deleted it from the photo. Good call! Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Reply A mirror would be a great enhancement! Thank you!! Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Comment The blur adds such an ethereal backdrop to the very simple and quite beautiful flower! Agree that Sabine's crop is an improvement but your work with the colors, blur, saturation/vibrancy is really great.

I'm spending a lot of time learning Lightroom (enrolled in an online course that was recommended to me. It's offered by Tim Grey (https://www.greylearning.com/) that's really good (and not very expensive). I thought of you today during the class and glad I remembered to mention it!
Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Comment I am intrigued by the placement of the 3 models. They form 3 triangles, never repeat in columns but each bookend a row. Love the thought that went into the arrangement - plus - the water pouring is so fun and whimsical!

This reminds me of the some of the choral presentations done during the pandemic with singers/musicians in boxes (virtual, however!). Plus…those of us in the States of a certain age may recall a TV show with this same grid opening!

Love the willingness to try a new technique - and it does appear that your spouse is handed a new project for every shoot!
Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Comment I live on the 16th (and top) floor of a condominium and love that I'm up so high. That said, I have more than one friend who won't go near my windows and clearly not out on my balcony even when enticed with cocktails and dinner with commanding views of 3 states!

The close crop is magical and I totally agree about not using B&W. The shift in color and tint adds to the feel of a vortex (matrix?) draws the eye deep into the black hole!

Great job - and so fun to find such an interesting subject in a very ordinary place! The joy of street photography.
Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Comment Great eye for what reminds me of a Fibonacci sequence! After looking/reading at the comments above I have to say that my initial "vote" for the B&W image lost out to Sabine's rendering in color.

I'm attending a webinar on Lightroom (check out Tim Grey if you're interested) and today we covered tone and color. The color highlights really enhance the photo.
Jul 15th
9 Jul 24 Comment I really enjoy seeing other folks' homework! There's something intriguing in learning how people interpret assignments and how they satisfy the requirements. The triptych is terrific - and to use lavender further engages the memory of a scent. My only comment is that I would have liked to see more of the flower with an increased DOF especially in the first photo. Jul 15th

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