Activity for User 212 - Carol Sheppard - carolsheppardphotography@gmail.com

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60 May 20 Reply Oh, I like that remake!! As I said, the patterns really make this, and that places all the emphasis right on those lacey leaves. May 17th
60 May 20 Comment I actually do bracketing on all of my high-key shoots, by way of comparison, and as an option if I don't like the way it comes out when processed. I'm still on the fence because I also struggle with the deepening of colors--I've tried the luminousity and/or saturation sliders, adjustments in Color Efex, and other alternatives. It seems to come down to personal preference--its a look that some like, others don't. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. But this dialogue is helpful for just that. I didn't put up one that I felt was spot-on, as we are told it should be one we genuinely want input on. May 17th
60 May 20 Comment The contrast between the plant and the sky along with the curving back on itself pattern are strong componentS in this image. I actually would try to crop the top edge to eliminate the stick piece. I know that may sound strange, but it's the pattern of the small branches and leaves, so it would almost become like an abstract or fine art look. I really like the capture and the subject, and the broken piece of branch hurts what is beautiful in this. May 15th
60 May 20 Comment Your capture of the bud is clean and sharply focused, and the colors against a simple background work well for it. Maybe shot from a different angle so that it doesn't compete with other elements? Or instead of f13, try f8 or shallower to eliminate the surrounding buds and twig parts? It is the large grey arch that distracts my eye the most, which I think a little perspective change might have eliminated? May 15th
60 May 20 Comment Beautifully done stacking. The intense but natural colors and the angle you chose show this daffodil to best advantage. Nice diffused lighting and a wonderful balance of lights and shadows complete a well composed image. Great job! May 15th
60 May 20 Comment Nice capture of the Robin, catchlights in the eyes and all. At iso 2000, there is still a lotmof grain, and I see you said you reduced noise. Did you then sharpen it back up? That might have re-introduced the noise factor.

I might look at a crop along the bottom to eliminate the out of focus leaves and bring the focus in tighter on your main subject. Good strong colors and nice sharp head!		 May 15th
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80 May 20 Comment I like the story and at the same time feel overwhelmed by the amount of extra stuff in the picture. I did recognize the haze for dust, but at first glance, it does look more like an artifact of some kind. Maybe a similar scene from another angle that eliminates some of the clutter around the main subject, or a tighter crop? May 15th
80 May 20 Comment Yes, good suggestions. I need to make sure the couple doesn't get crowded when I cut out the sign. I actually enjoyed the Coke bottle....almost like a cliche. May 15th
80 May 20 Comment I like the original version better, but find the version with more contrast also compelling. The current version feels like a damaged image to me, with the blur or fogginess more distracting than enhancing. While I found the contrast between the two individuals thought-provoking, I feel that rather than just portraying loneliness, the image makes a value judgment on the woman that is a bit sad and feels insulting to me. If I were that woman, I might be embarrassed to see that image posted. It feels like she is too vulnerable. May 15th
80 May 20 Comment Interesting choice to shoot through the netting. I think, though, that it feels like too prominent an element to me and becomes a impediment. The feeling it evokes, combined with the shadows, is one of being voyeuristic, but it just doesn't quite work. Maybe stepping back from the net, or having some detail in its shadow, or less stark prominence? May 15th
80 May 20 Comment The perspective from behind the painter works it's strength on the scene and the story. The monochrome treatment and the crop are also very strongly supportive of this image. I really enjoy it just as is! May 15th
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