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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Reply |
Thank you Judi and Bai!
Bai, I will try your suggested HDR technique. You perfectly captured the dilemma I faced when I made this image. I just didn't know what to do in order to achieve clarity. |
Jan 19th |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Comment |
The Seattle Japanese Garden is one of my top 10 favorite places to wander. Gorgeous capturing of this fleeting transitional moment.
The leaves on the path evoke an invitation to follow into a Fall fairyland.
I do think the contrast is a bit high (especially the red and green) for a traditional look. But, who needs a traditional look when you have such an ethereal scene?
Perhaps consider bringing out the craggy relief of the rocks a bit? They make a great juxtaposition against the soft, flowy nature of the rest of the scene.
My only other suggestion: maybe brighten up the steps at the end of the path a bit?
Gorgeous photo, Judi.
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Jan 19th |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Comment |
This image is a great brain teaser, Jamie!
It's an example of the power of context. Once I knew it was a flower shadow, it was an "Oh, yeah, I see!" moment. But, like Bai, when I first viewed it without having read your story, I imagined a mosquito or dragonfly hovering out of view, casting a downward shadow onto leaves.
The green "highways" of the plant leaves are fascinating. you almost can see "tree rings" on them, showing the progression of growth over time. Perhaps emphasize those "rings" with a bit more contrast?
Great use of diagonals to create drama and movement. |
Jan 19th |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Comment |
How do you do it, Bai?
Every image you make is like a guided tour, taking the eye along a winding path of natural and man-made elements, harmoniously co-existing.
My favorite part of this one is how the fireworks and building imitate the fanned-out beauty of a palm tree, which proudly stands on the left side.
I can't decide whether or not I like the white building on the left side behind the palm tree. Maybe try removing the building to see how it impacts the story?
As much as i like the reflections of the fireworks in the water, I wonder how cropping the bottom 1/6th of the image would work. Perhaps allowing more starkness to the red color of the actual fireworks? |
Jan 19th |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Comment |
Super cool. Like Ansel Adams and Mondrian had coffee and decided to do a gig together.
I think the Yellow square being so close to the sun obscures the sun as a focal element.
My eye wants the blue and green rectangles to intersect. The disconnection draws too much attention to the squares. If you can seamlessly connect them all, then the eye can enjoy two planes: the original image and the overlaid colors.
Finally, consider making the orange oval a circle. The harmony of a perfect circle will let the eye rest momentarilly before circulating (no pun intended) around the image again.
Creative thinking here! |
Jan 19th |
| 40 |
Jan 17 |
Comment |
Very evocative image, Andrew.
The silent desperation of the bull is a strong contrast to the aggressive determination of his wrangler.
I'd like to see more of the Wrangler's facial expression. Perhaps dodge a bit around his face? Or, turn up the highlights a bit?
In addition to blurring the black hat, perhaps de-emphasise the white textile below the wrangler's left elbow.
Maybe consider highlighting the "shine" of the bull's spittle and the metal chains---these are cause and effect elements of the emotions of the scene. Similarly, is there a catch light (correct term?) in the bull's eye that can be emphasised?
Finally, from the horizontal line of the fencing, I wonder if the overall image is rotated slightly clockwise. Perhaps rotating counterclockwise 1 or 2 degrees?
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Jan 19th |
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