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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
This is a very beautiful landscape picture and because it is in Black and White, it allows for a clearer view of the beautiful forms, shapes and tones. It is further strengthened by its layered composition, I lost counting how many layers but for sure divided into four distinct areas of layers - water, mountains, island, and sky. It is very well balanced and by looking at the image, one feels calm and contemplative. At the same time, there are distinct areas that particularly catch one's eye, for example the little island with its ragged and uneven pine trees, the fantastic cloudscapes, and the wonderfully faded tones of the mountain ridge in the background. It is truly a lovely scene. Depending on how much post-processing one's heart and brain tolerate, one could experiment with how the picture would look if one removed a few of the small islands/rocks in the midground to enhance separation. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
I find your image intriguing and I see many stories in it. It cleverly depicts tensions between raw nature and industrial structures. It thereby also triggers one's imagination. I ponder about the reflections in the large window where a beautiful mountain ridge is partly taken over by some hideous industrial structures including electrical power lines. Both the mountain and the structures seem like prisoners when they are mirrored in the grid of the window - is it a sign of dialogue between them or is it a sign of both side's misfortunes? I also find it interesting to think of the role of the woman by the side, looking out from the picture's frame and standing outside of the reflections in a way that disconnects her from both the structures and the mountains. She is also necessary there, I think, to provide a human scale. So, in my point of view, I think that the woman plays a role and that it is a good choice to have her exactly where she is. However, the two men in the reflection of the window could be removed. Without them (even if they are small), the reflection in the window would be strictly of nature and industrial structures. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
This man's gaze says it all. I am now confronted with a man that I do not know if I would like to meet alone in a dark alley. At the same time as he really looks dangerous, he is also beautiful, creating a tension that is exaggerated also by the asymmetric composition. The completely black background in combination with cinematic spotlight effects brings successfully forward features such as the man's weathered facial details, his awkward gaze and his veiny workingman hands. At the same time, you also manage to bring forward sharp textures in his clothes with its imaginative patches, his tattoos, his fancy watch, and his many rings. I truly love the picture and the post-processing you have done. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
What a story (or rather stories) your photo is suggesting! I find the composition well thought-out since I as a viewer can interpret the placement of the ambulance in different ways - is it mastering those wild waves on its rescue mission, or is it about to be crushed by those harsh and hefty waves and in need to be rescued itself, or maybe it is stranded on that wild beach? The choice of Black and White is perfect as it enhances drama through stark contrast between the ambulance's white sign, the cross, the dark waters, the white surf, and the threatening sky. It makes my eyes move around the photo and therefore spend more time enjoying it. I like also that you have added grains as it reinforces the feel of history and drama. Very well done. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
I love this haunting high-contrast image. It is excellent in black and white - but I would love to see it in color too. It is a mystical minimalist composition where I as the viewer form my own interpretation of a story. I see a haunting stark contrast window with an equally stark contrast cat lurking behind dark curtains. It is to me like a moody Nordic Noir scene with the cat's glowing and evil eyes as focus. Is it guarding the house, is it an intruder, or is it just my imagination? I cannot be sure, and that also adds to the thrill. Great picture. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Comment |
I love that you have skillfully built up your photo by layers. Layers in different senses. On the one hand, the falls are layered at the bottom, the rising mist in the middle, and an urban skyline at the top of the frame. To me, that is a very effective and elegant composition. Another kind of layer is the tension or juxtaposition between the wild nature of the fall and its mist that lingers toward the right corner of the frame and lead my eyes to a structured and tame urban skyline. All is connected, even though in some sense unconnected and fundamentally different. It feels mystical and dreamlike to me. |
Mar 14th |
| 99 |
Mar 25 |
Reply |
I was very happy to read your comment Stephen, mainly for two reasons:
1) Jerry Uelsmann is my absolute favorite photographer - I love his art, his creativity, courage and his fantastic technological skills (there was no Photoshop when he did his images). The mere thought that you were thinking of him when you saw my photograph, is just unbelievable to me. Thank you very much.
2) I am also used to the Washington DC Metro - since I also live here.
If you travel to Stockholm, you will see the most amazing art in its Metro System. You will love it. |
Mar 4th |
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