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

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52 Jun 24 Reply Thanks for your encouragement Ann. Jun 30th
52 Jun 24 Reply Oh Pamela, so sorry. Heal well and fast. I WILL look through the 500mm lens! Jun 18th
52 Jun 24 Comment I LOVE this image. I immediately thought of a first-time pole vaulter (well, poleless vaulter) intent on making it over the lines under the watchful eyes of his coach. I like everything about the composition as it all adds to the delightful story. I would not change one thing. Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Comment Polly, this is a very impressive image. Thank you for introducing me to this eerie bird. He does look ghostly. You captured the power of those wings, and the intensity of his stare. I appreciate the tips our members offered for photographing birds in flight. It is an art I have not attempted - YET. Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Comment Wonderful moment well captured! That bird has CHARACTER. This image is wall-ready. Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Comment You caught this bird at just the right moment and stopped the motion of those wings. My eye is drawn immediately to that great catchlight in his eye. The leaves and red flowers on the left look a bit too contrasty; I would try toning them down. I agree with extending the crop on the top. This is a wall worthy image. Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Comment WOW. This is an incredible shot. I can feel his power. How close to you was he when you clicked the shutter? The bright tree trunk, branches, blob on the right, and his bright back compete with his intense stare for my attention. I would try selectively darkening these areas, and tightening the crop to emphasize the magic in this moment. Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Comment Excellent image. The butterfly and plant are well-focused, and the strong background bokeh and color allow the subject to be the center of attention. The composition is particularly appealing. The parallel leftward pointing tail feathers and leaves create energy. The orange flowers and antenna lead the eye through the image. Congrats on your pollinator garden! Jun 17th
52 Jun 24 Reply Thanks Sharon. I will try your suggestions. The image above was made with a 24-105mm kit lens. I have yet to try my 500mm lens. I will overcome my fear of it this month!
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52 Jun 24 Reply Thanks for your tips Polly. Jun 10th
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79 Jun 24 Reply Thanks Gerard. I like your horizontal flip. The image does indeed feel better in this orientation. Jun 19th
79 Jun 24 Reply Thanks Lauren. I will reduce the noise on the color version. I really like both versions. Jun 19th
79 Jun 24 Comment Wonderful composition! My eye dances along the paths formed by stairs and railings, and delights in the colors and patterns. How did you manage a 15sec exposure with a hand-held camera? Did you rest it on a rail? What processing did you do? Jun 19th
79 Jun 24 Comment Karl, the woodland scene is beautiful. The rows of trees form lines that lead to the sunburst the rays of which lead back to the viewer. How did you create that sunburst? Jun 19th
79 Jun 24 Comment Freddie, both images are stunning, and your description of the way in which "crucified" came into being is a wonderful example of the power of SEEING things in different ways. The way that arms, a hand, and a bent leg emerged upon the vertical flip is amazing. Did you "invert" the image as well as flip it? What software did you use for editing? Jun 19th
79 Jun 24 Comment Great idea to pair the May flowers with the Mayflower! I agree with the comments suggestions made. I would try tightening the crop, especially from the right. The water is very bright and pully my eye from the subjects. I would tone it back down. Also try darkening the bright rocks near the ship, and restoring the color to the ship. There are beautiful blue decorations in the original that have disappeared in your edits. The objective is to make the ship stand out. Jun 18th
79 Jun 24 Comment Gerard, this looks like a very interesting and challenging lens. The image you created triggers my imagination. The mystery abstract could be a soft freeze swirl cone with chocolate sprinkles, a gravel road leading up a mountain to a Tibetan monastery with a huge bell, or iron filings being positioned by a twirling magnet. I look forward to seeing your next experiments. I would try the focus stacking and much smaller subjects. Jun 18th
79 Jun 24 Comment Peter, your creative interpretation of this scene is marvelous. The composition and color tones are wonderful. You have captured the feeling of the impressionists. Jun 18th
79 Jun 24 Reply Many thanks Freddie. I love your interpretation in which the ant is looking askance at the raindrop. I totally agree about editing for judges. By letting that go one comes closer to finding their vision. It is a wonderful journey. Jun 14th
79 Jun 24 Reply Peter, I love the pastel colors in your interpretation. Thanks for your comment on judges. I agree and will do so.
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79 Jun 24 Reply Thanks Karl. I do love macro as it takes me to hidden places. I will try the large colorful version in print, and the other version in PI competition to meet your challenge. We shall see! Jun 9th
79 Jun 24 Reply Thanks Mariann, I just cant decide which to use. I will print both.
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