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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Kieu-Hanh, I don't think you need to sugar-coat your comments. If we are trying to encourage and support each other, our comments can certainly be both positive and suggestions for improvement. |
Jun 28th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Andres, I like this closer crop. It lets me see the face of the waterbucks better. |
Jun 26th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Michael and Kieu-Hanh, thank you both for taking the time and effort to respond to each other and work for understanding on how to respond to others in our digital dialogue. The purpose of our group is to educate and enlighten each other with our positive comments and constructive suggestions. I appreciate the care with which you have responded to each other to keep our group a safe place to share our photos and encourage each other in our photography. |
Jun 16th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Kieu-Hanh, you're right that this overlook is ideal for viewing the various layers of rock. The rocks in the bottom right are too much in the corner to be identifiable. So you're right that they are a bit of a distraction. I wanted to put the red jacketed photographer in the position following Rule of Thirds, so more of the foreground was needed than I would typically include. If I don't use the photo for Travel Photography, I could delete that pile of rocks. |
Jun 16th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Andres, you're exactly right that the red jacket made all the difference. I probably wouldn't have taken the shot if his jacket was brown. We were at this spot while my three grandchildren were exploring around. I must admit that I took a lot more photos with them in the scene. |
Jun 16th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Joan, you are right that the photo is from Zabriskie Point. I agree that the spot that the photographer is red was walking was a risky area; one where I wouldn't venture. Death Valley is definitely a special place. I too am glad that it's being protected. |
Jun 16th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Mary Ann, thank you for your thoughtful comments. |
Jun 16th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Great monochrome image in Group 83, Michael! I think you've got the perfect topic for your club's slide show competition. Go for it! |
Jun 7th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Joan, how cool that you have a supply of slides to scan and transform. I like how you've cropped to choose a section of the allium for a center of interest. I am curious about what's going on with the colors in your image. On my screen, the corners are in color, but the center of the image is monotone. Was that a look you intentionally did? |
Jun 6th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Mary Ann, kudos to you for experimenting with photos of the Milky Way. It's a challenging type of photography. You did a nice job of capturing the stars in the night sky. Light pollution from distant cities is definitely a challenge. I like how you used light painting to show the foreground tree and use it as a center of interest. Your post processing helped with lighting the scene and eliminating distracting points of light. Sounds like you and your friend enjoyed your nighttime photography and learned a lot from the process. |
Jun 5th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Kieu-Hanh, You've captured a wonderful musical moment from Spain. The colors of the accordion and details of the man's clothing give a joyful impression to your travel portrait. It's especially pleasing that the man is singing with his mouth in a just-right open position. The simple wood background gives rich color to the scene without detracting from the singer. I'm not sure if you have more space on the sides to extend the elbow room like Michael suggests. If not, I'd prefer a slight cropping off the top, which to my eyes would balance out the dimensions. It's a lovely shot, Kieu-Hanh! |
Jun 5th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Reply |
Death Valley is a fabulous place to visit, especially coming via Palm Springs. We visited there before driving on to Joshua Tree. We were so fortunate to visit in time to see Lake Manly in the park after all the fall and February rain.
Thank you for your thoughtful comments, Michael. I appreciate your insightful analysis. |
Jun 5th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Robert, what a beautiful view from your lake house! The sunset sky and reflection of colors in the water are striking. You have brought out the details of the houses and trees on the shore quite a bit. I would like to see more emphasis on the white boathouse by lightening the white on that one area. Your plan to use a travel tripod sounds fabulous. Your lake house must be a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty. |
Jun 5th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Andres, I love the coordinated pose of the waterbucks. Somehow you have the right angle to catch all four eyes too. I agree with Michael that the waterbuck blend into the background (isn't that the benefit of animal camouflage?). Selecting the background and darkening it slightly might help. What an experience to see these animals in the wild! |
Jun 5th |
| 3 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Michael, once again you've captured a quick snippet of life in India. The boy's curious eyes make the image. The peeling paint gives me an impression of the type of bus while keeping the focus on the boy. The diagonal lines work to move attention to the boy. Bravo, Michael, for seeking out the details of a trip that make it memorable. |
Jun 5th |
7 comments - 8 replies for Group 3
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| 83 |
Jun 24 |
Comment |
Michael, what a fascinating scene! It looks like the pigeons can do quite well without a human in that empty chair. Thank goodness for slow moving buses. |
Jun 6th |
1 comment - 0 replies for Group 83
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8 comments - 8 replies Total
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