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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for your detailed feedback and your attempt to move the pedestrian for a better result, Mary Ann! I truly appreciate the time you took to share your thoughts and the insights you've provided. Since the pedestrian's jacket blends too closely with the background door, I am thinking of increasing the contrast between the two or using lightning techniques to create separation (and it would be easier for me to alter it!) What do you think?
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Mar 13th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thanks for your comments and for pointing out the overhead wires, Andres! |
Mar 13th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for those thoughtful remarks, Cindy! I did not go to that small path where the man was heading (because I was afraid of getting lost), so I don't know what more to see either. I think the unknown is often more intriguing than the reality. |
Mar 13th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for your feedback, Ruth! Based on your suggestion and Mary Ann's below, will it work if I change the man's jacket color since altering clothing colors is easier while maintaining realistic textures and lighting? |
Mar 13th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for your comments, Robert! |
Mar 13th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Mary Ann,
The tulip magnolias are beautiful! I am glad that you captured this image before the winter storm. I normally see the saucer magnolia here in early spring and it is more prone to damage from late frosts, and I did not know that the tulip magnolia are in bloom in winter.
In this image, I'd prefer to enhance the color saturation a bit since the flowers are sharp but the overall color is a bit dark. Also, I'd prefer to see the petals of the magnolia in full since some parts were cut off, and to crop tighter on the left side for more balance. Thanks for sharing your image! |
Mar 12th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Hi Cindy,
I really love this image! It gives me the instant and fun storing telling about the comparison between the horsepower of Model A engine and the living horse. The fall scene is also so lovely. I am glad that you had this shot, and thanks for sharing this image! |
Mar 12th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Ruth,
My choice is the crop in the Original one. The conversion to BW works well. The negative space in the foreground of this image still has enough details and at the same time balances the main subjects (trees)and its surroundings. Nice shot! |
Mar 12th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Robert,
You have embraced the unique and dramatic scene of a snowstorm! Your positive attitude has brought out the creative, fun approach, and magical rather than just the cold. The sunset color makes the ice cairn pop against the monochrome landscape. Well done!
My camera group had a creative challenge "Frozen" in Feb, so I did create some instant images during the snowstorm in my back yard as well. |
Mar 12th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Cindy,
Beautiful fall color image and what a fun photo shot! The man with the black hat and trench coat fits well with the scene of model A car and the background.
I am curious to know if there are mechanical issues with the antique car, or the man just posed as a mechanic for photo shoot? Also, since you mentioned the comparison between two types of horse power, did you capture any images with the horse standing next to the model A without people? Thanks for sharing your images! |
Mar 10th |
| 3 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Andres,
Nice idea to use radial blur to add some excitement to the Alba ferris!
Since your subject was captured from the side, I'd suggest to change the original point of the radial blur effect in Photoshop a bit higher and over towards the right so that the zoom to be coming from behind the ferris and make the spin more realistic. (To change the origin point, simply click inside the box and drag it to a different spot). By default, the origin point of Photoshop radial blur is in the very center of the box. Thanks for sharing your image! |
Mar 6th |
5 comments - 6 replies for Group 3
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| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
I like the B&W version more! Thanks for sharing, Bill! |
Mar 29th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thanks for your comments, Bill! |
Mar 29th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you, Ruth! I truly appreciate that. |
Mar 13th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
I appreciate your kind comments, Jack! |
Mar 13th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for your feedback, Steven! The light show at the Washington monument is a video projection. It's super cool to see the beautiful U.S. flag with stripes and stars running slowly from the bottom to the top of the iconic landmark. I braved the cold to enjoy this light show. |
Mar 13th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Reply |
Thank you for your comments, Susan! I also took a video of this scene but the file is too big to share in this dialogue. You can watch the light show via this link of the local news channel (https://youtu.be/QP7lGirAjdw?si=xOooUV-_eFFL-vwJ). |
Mar 13th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Ruth,
You got a beautiful sunset, and the colors are great for Valentine Day! The silhouette of the branches on top ending with some fruits or leaves is an interesting frame to the scene.
I'd prefer to reduce the yellow color a bit since it contrasts to the sunset color above. I love the lacy silhouette of the 1st tree on the right, and I think it would be best if you had a shot of it as the center of interest of the scene. Thanks for sharing your image! |
Mar 13th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Jack,
The composition is clean, simple and uncluttered that fits the minimalist photography. The scenery of vast, open landscape gives the viewer a sense of calm and a feeling of breathing in fresh air. A red pole on the green grass is also a key visual contrast, and the subtle shadows add more interest to the ground. I am curious to know how you processed to make the 4 utility wires on the pole invisible? Nice scene! |
Mar 12th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Susan,
This image is intriguing! The boy was not in sportswear but in uniform kicking the ball. The composition works well. You got a great shot with the impact of the ball kick, the boy's total concentration, and both of his feet were above the ground. The watching man in the background is a big plus. The boy's face is a little soft, but the storytelling in this shot is overpowering it. Nice capture! |
Mar 12th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Bill,
The image is technically well done with beautiful light, good composition, stairs as leading lines, and different geometry shapes. To me, the stairs end up at the top with a big wall having a horizontal handle in the middle abruptly stop the viewer's eyes there. I'd prefer to see something like a color poster at the top of the stairs to bring out more excitement to the image. Thanks for sharing your shot! |
Mar 12th |
| 86 |
Mar 26 |
Comment |
Hi Steven,
Great shot! I like that you were able to capture the action and the exact moment the ball impacts the player's racket. It's a real challenging sports photography shot! The player's face is sharp and his shadows enhance the depth of your image. Hats off to you! |
Mar 6th |
5 comments - 6 replies for Group 86
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10 comments - 12 replies Total
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