Activity for User 714 - Judith Lesnaw - judith.lesnaw@uky.edu

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52 Sep 22 Comment I just experienced a rare moment of coincidence. I am sitting in my sunroom in front of a bank of tall windows that look out into my yard. Just as I opened this image a huge hawk swooped down and across in front of the windows. He was chasing a squirrel who escaped by jumping up into the cylinder of a "squirrel proofing bafel" on the feeder pole. It all happened in a flash.

Having just seen how fast hawks fly I appreciate fully the artistry and technique that produced this image. That the camera/lens was hand held is amazing. Any tips on managing the weight and size during an action shot like this? Did you take multiple rapid shots? There is a multitude of pleasing compositional elements: the diagonal formed by the wings, the multiple triangles formed by the wings, feet, and head, the space, and of course the uncluttered background bokeh. The horizontal flip aims the flight pattern to the right which feels just right. I would not change a thing.		 Sep 10th
52 Sep 22 Comment This bird makes me smile! The red of the beak and feet together with the brilliant blue on the wing form a triangle around which my eyes dance. The gradual drift of the focus into bokeh gives great depth to the image. One must wonder how this bird avoided impalement on those thorns. Could the thorns dissuade predators from approaching and thus be a safe place for him? Sep 10th
52 Sep 22 Comment The glow of those backlit petals against blue and clouds captures the essence of Autumn. I like Mike's crop. This is a situation where HDR might be appropriate to bring out some detail in the center of the sunflower. What were your camera/lens settings? Polarizer filter? Where was this beauty? Sep 10th
52 Sep 22 Comment What a magical place. I get vertigo just thinking about looking down into that canyon. How precarious was your position when you shot it? I like what you have done in processing. I believe that there is, in addition, another interpretation of the original image. I actually like the bright area in the upper right and I would try leaving it in. I would also try a targeted vignette on the sides and bottom, but I would try leaving the top bright. The contrast between that bright patch of fog at the top and the darker depths of the canyon is interesting. Your dehazing and sharpening of the lower half of the image is very effective. You certainly got that pleasing composition of the george. Sep 10th
52 Sep 22 Comment The tongue adds a wow factor and a lovely curve. I am always impressed with how sharp your hand-held images made with the 100-500mm lens and extender are. The diagonals formed by the bird and lower portion of the stem are nice compositional elements, and the catch light in the eye adds life. The background gradient and simplicity are very pleasing. I would not change this image. Sep 10th
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79 Sep 22 Comment AMAZING that you escaped unscathed! I love the gold color.
What generated that wonderful complementary blue? The rocks on the lower left by the blue look as though they were floating. I see why this image is among your favorites.		 Sep 13th
79 Sep 22 Comment AMAZING image. It looks like you covered a large distance with this light painting, yet the shutter speed was only 16 seconds. Were you running? I love the rainbow colors against the deep grey mist, the shore and bridge lights, reflections, and especially the creature peering through the bridge struts. He interrupts the rhythmic pattern of the bridge struts and draws my attention. The rhythmic flow of the rainbow and the diagonal street line are also powerful compositional elements. You are a master light painter! Sep 13th
79 Sep 22 Comment The visual rhythm and colors are pleasing. I do prefer the original orientation of the image. The open spaces on the right flaps create a left to right movement, and give more of the feeling of trapped nature for me. The shadows add to the mystery. Had you not told us, I would not have guessed this to be a reflection. The shadows are very sharp. Fascinating image. Sep 13th
79 Sep 22 Comment Lovely image. The symmetry, leading lines, color, perspective and depth contribute to a great composition. The repeating arches and pattern of wall designs form an interesting visual rhythm. The end of the tunnel resembles an alter. I would not change a thing. Sep 13th
79 Sep 22 Comment I love the old herbalist feel of this image. And the back lighting works well. The simple background, curves, balance between the flower and large bud, and the opposing directions in which they point are excellent compositional elements. I find the vignette distracting. I like your color version, and I also think the image would work well as a monochrome, sepia or antique white. Your lighting technique is great. Sep 13th
79 Sep 22 Reply Thank you so very much Karl. Sep 12th
79 Sep 22 Reply Thank you so very much for your kind words. I am honored that this image caught your eye. Thanks for introducing me to the Groot! I shall watch Guardians to learn more about these splendid Groots. I think I saw one the other day. Sep 12th
79 Sep 22 Comment So interesting to know what others see. What is a Groot? Sep 10th
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