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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
Ha! LuAnn, I was just joking about some of the absurd, altered images I've seen. I look at them and think,"Whoever would have thought of doing that?" |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
Thanks, Mary Ann, for your positive comments. |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
Michael, the Galápagos Islands are indeed a magical place. I think you're right that the image captures memories of that unique place. Sometimes being there and experiencing the place is more important than just taking award winning photos. |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
Kieu-Hanh, thanks for the reminder about the AI servo AF setting. This shot happened so quickly, I didn't consider it for this photo. However, I should consider that setting for other images. |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
LuAnn, thanks for your suggestion of just eliminating the blurry frigate bird. That is certainly an option. I have other photos of the blue footed boobies before the frigate flies overhead. I could work on just those simpler images, because the mother feeds her baby in such an interesting way. Those photos don't have the drama of the attack, but could be edited into clearer images (while remaining nature photos). |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Comment |
Kieu-Hanh, the colors in your photo of the spider flower provide a touch of freshness and a sign of new growth. I like the bokeh of the background and the diagonal line of the stem that others have mentioned. You've captured the fragile, spiky "spiders" of the flower nicely. |
Apr 17th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Reply |
Hi John. I didn't have a tripod with me. All hikes in the Galapagos Islands need to be led by a guide, so I was very aware of needing to stay with the group and stay on the trail. We were watching the mother blue-footed boobie fed her young, so my shutter speed was set for that interaction. The swooping in of the frigate bird was very sudden and unexpected. I was glad to get a few quick shots of the frigate. I agree that that I was only trying to document the moment at the time. |
Apr 5th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Comment |
LuAnn, I like your use of the slow shutter speed that makes the water silky without losing definition. You are right about needing soft light, so that the highlights don't get blown out. Sorry, but I don't see faces. However, I enjoy the flow of the water which gives a peacefulness to the image. I like Michael's b&w version too which takes advantage of the contrast of darks and lights. It's helpful that you described this as the day that the water flowed after being iced over, because with the dim lighting it's hard to tell that it's ice on the sides (not rock). |
Apr 4th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Comment |
Hi Mary Ann. I think your grouping of objects works well for this still life. Your lighting and adjustment of highlights on the bill gives appropriate illumination of the ball and cap. I agree with your choice to crop the image, so it's more centered. Although the horizon line is subtle, it appears lower on the left side. This could be easily straightened if you preferred it that way. I think your photo is especially enjoyable for baseball lovers. |
Apr 4th |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Comment |
Michael, I think the diagonal lines of image add much to give your image energy and movement. The bright reds and yellow are vibrant and alive. The paintly effect works well for your image and add texture. As far as your question about what makes an "obviously" altered image, I agree with Bev that sometimes a side by side comparison is needed. However, I would say the higher saturation and painting effect can signal a degree of manipulation. If your club is used to an "altered reality" look in the Creative / Altered category (like floating zebras arising out of the bark) then your image is certainly less altered than that. However, it's an intriguing image without the zebras. |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 22 |
Comment |
Welcome to Group 3, John! I think you made some wise choices to change what could have been an ordinary photo into an intriguing one. I especially appreciate your decision to crop the image into a panorama to emphasize the horizontal lines of the roof. Replacing the sky and adding the reddish cast provided a dramatic look and unified the image. I like Bev's version that bumps up the contrast. I look forward to seeing more of your photos in the upcoming months. |
Apr 3rd |
5 comments - 6 replies for Group 3
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5 comments - 6 replies Total
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