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Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Your comment above did not say you wanted pastel colors; I just thought I was being helpful. Lesson learned.
LT |
Apr 29th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks, Ruth, for your comments, I will consider a new crop!
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I actually like the partial hat; there is one in the upper right corner and it is balanced with one in the lower-left corner.
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Thanks for the idea, Lisa, to do something along the lines of pop art with your photo!
I like the angle of this photo and the simplistic nature of how you captured the hats. The photo has several artistic elements like line, shape, texture, pattern, and tone. compositionally there is no single subject so I look at the photo as having more of a pop-art potential.
I look forward to hearing what you think of this rendition of The Legendary Hats.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 24th |
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| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I find it interesting how viewers perceive a story in a photograph.
Can you share why you think having the dog and flag in color would tell a better story in this image?
Do you think the dog is looking at the flag more than the point at which he last saw his owner enter the building (at the door)?
Or even still, is the dog patiently waiting for his human friend and happens to glance at the flag? Does the dog even acknowledge the flag?
I'm just curious,
LT |
Apr 14th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks, Mary Ann, for your comment. I just bought a Lensbaby lens to do more photos like this one. I know Kathleen Clemens is a master at soft focus florals and I admire her work. I am glad spring is here so I can get out and do some photos of plants outdoors.
Have a great week!
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Hello Mary Ann,
I love this old truck and agree the direction it is facing is good; what a unique style with the barrels; it makes a great subject. I also see the photo aligns on a diagonal with an impact point on the wheel and the barrel's on the upper impact point. Photoshop, I believe, also has the diagonal overlay in the crop tool if you have not used it before. I have not heard of this winery. Do they have a primary vintage and style of wine that you would recommend?
When I look closely at this image, I sense it is a little soft, did you use a tripod? Nevertheless, I liked what you created and tried my hand at enhancing it a bit. I took the photo into Nik Color Efex and applied the Film Efex Vintage 01 Worn Edges effect. I like this effect as it makes use of the slightly soft focus to your advantage. The effect's settings were: Saturation -10, Warmth 67, vignette 65, grain 410, film strength 80, and film type 2.
I look forward to hearing what you think. It is a different style of edit, but that's ok.
Best regards,
LuAnn
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Apr 9th |
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| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Hello Ruth,
I love your image this month, and I like your selective color choices; very unique in how they draw my eye into the photograph. There is a nice diagonal line of sight from the dog to the store. The shadows provide interest in the middle ground, and though the scene is busy, the point of view makes me want to linger. I also see things line up on the golden ratio grid, and there is an asymmetrical balance overall.
If I were to suggest anything to enhance your image, it would be to tone down the highlights; the histogram shows them off the right edge.
Well done, Ruth; thanks for sharing a great image!
LuAnn |
Apr 8th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hello Kieu-Hanh,
I am sorry my selective focus stacking is not appealing. I focus-stacked the front petal of the front tulip only, not the whole image, and then used a texture. For me, I like clarity but not necessarily sharp focus throughout the photo. As I see it, the further the other tulips are from the one in front, the softer the focus. Most photographers aim for sharp focus throughout an image, but I look for ways to be different.
I appreciate your comments; I see them being very helpful.
LuAnn |
Apr 8th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Hello Kieu-Hanh,
Lovely image this month. This photo looks like a good composition for a travel photography competition. Do you ever enter your pictures in competitions?
I like the stone bridge, the calm water, and the three stone turtles in front of the bridge; they add interest. The sky is plain, but there is enough to fill the space from the treetops that it does not bother me. The woman and her boat are the apparent subjects, and her boat has red pops of color so the viewer won't miss her. I also find she aligns pretty well on the golden spiral, making this a lovely scene.
I find some sensor spots in the sky on the left side of the frame; this should be easy to remedy. A little more space on the photograph's left side would help give the subject a little more breathing room. I agree with Michael, the exposure is a little high and the highlights are bright.
Well done, Kieu- Hanh, and thanks for sharing.
LuAnn |
Apr 6th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Yes, you are right, Michael. I just went online and googled pop art light painting photography. What you said is exactly what I saw. I put a link to one I saw it is photo #9.
https://photodoto.com/100-light-painting-photography-examples/
Very cool, Michael, keep up the great work!
LT |
Apr 6th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Yes, you are right, Michael. I just went online and googled pop art light painting photography. What you said is exactly what I saw. I put a link to one I saw it is photo #9.
https://photodoto.com/100-light-painting-photography-examples/
Very cool, Michael, keep up the great work!
LT |
Apr 5th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
I love the colors in your photo, Michael, and what a clever idea of having someone make the motion with a ball! I like the fingers wrapping around the ball in each color as it goes by. I find myself trying to make sense of the photo elements, so your image has my attention.
The only thing I struggle with is the focus. At first, I thought it would be a distraction, but after looking at the image for a while, I find it seems more fluid to me than a blur. I am curious now what the others in the group will have for comments.
You are very creative to have imagined this work of art!
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 5th |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Yes, I agree, Michael. It is fun to grow and learn new things. We don't want to get stuck in a rut. I look forward to seeing what you come up with as a digital artist!
LT |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Wow, thanks for sharing that tidbit of info, Michael. Kyle does some amazing illustration work. How do you use that in photography? Would it be multi-media?
LT |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks for your reply, Beverly.
I am glad you commented. I find it interesting how different people see images differently. This can be a good topic for our group to hear how others feel about blur, soft focus, and sharp focus.
Have a wonderful day!
LuAnn |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hi Beverly,
I have been thinking about your comment, and I wonder why you think this image needs sharpening? Do you not like soft focus? Or did I not get the soft focus right maybe.
Thanks!
LuAnn |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks for the comment, Michael. Yes, you are right, so much for focus stacking when you add a texture and blur.
I like the blur though and my intention wasn't to have a sharp image. I like Kathleen Clemens flower photography where a lot of her images are soft focus and she applies textures. I need a change from sharp focus images so I am experimenting to see what I can come up with.
Maybe I need a different background on this image? I don't know yet.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 3rd |
| 3 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks, Beverly, nice edit!
LT |
Apr 1st |
5 comments - 14 replies for Group 3
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| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I know Ely well, Bob. Jim Brandenburg is from there, you know. He is a fantastic photographer. My husband and I loved to camp and explored the best of Minnesota in Ely and Grand Marais by Lake Superior. Minnesota is a beautiful state. Of all the places I have traveled over the years, I always find myself happy to come home to Minnesota. We have lots of cornfields and dairy farms because of the soil. I love change and would be bored to tears if the weather was the same all year long.
I was thinking about that trigger the other day; no I haven't tried it yet. Thanks for the reminder to tackle it soon. So much to do and so little time.
Have a wonderful day, my friend,
LuAnn |
Apr 27th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hi Bob,
I went to high school near to the trouble area in Minneapolis but we live on a hobby farm 40 miles north now. I am so glad to be away from the city and love rural Minnesota now.
Best regards
LuAnn |
Apr 27th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Great idea, Bunny, I need to pick up a piece of black granite at the tile store; perfect, as you say, for reflections!
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I am glad you like the edits, Bob! Glad you are back safe and sound.
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Great edit, Bunny! I used to watch Rod Sterling all the time as a child.
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I agree with you, Oliver, I enjoy groups more than entering competitions too.
LT |
Apr 24th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thank you, Bob, for your comment!
Not every photo has to be a winner. Often times it is fun to just talk about them with friends.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 17th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
That is so cool!
LT |
Apr 14th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hi Bunny,
No, I am sad to say I am not a sales person, but what a great idea! Actually, I never liked Nik software till I saw what Oliver could do with it. I persevered and kept plugging away until things started to click. Not every image I try comes out but i think it has a lot to do with the subject and the light in the image.
I think Nik is worth a try if you are considering it. But like anything, practice makes perfect.
Best regards,
LT |
Apr 12th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Eric's photo, Bunny, is a great piece of inspiration! Thank you for sharing. These are the types of images that show originality in a photo and help photographers stand out in the competition. Did his image place in the competition? I'm curious what the judge had to say.
Best regards,
LT |
Apr 12th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hi Bunny,
No, I am sad to say I am not a sales person, but what a great idea! Actually, I never liked Nik software till I saw what Oliver could do with it. I persevered and kept plugging away until things started to click. Not every image I try comes out but i think it has a lot to do with the subject and the light in the image.
I think Nik is worth a try if you are considering it. But like anything, practice makes perfect.
Best regards,
LT |
Apr 12th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Israel,
When you need to straighten something, may I suggest trying the warp tool in PS? I am not a savy user of PS but I try my best. Just recently I had to straighten a scissor holder on a twine and scissor holder for a still life photo. There is a tube the twine sits around that hold the scissor and it alone was crooked. The warp tool allowed me to straighten just that piece of the holder which I found to be amazing.
Just a thought.
LuAnn |
Apr 12th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Did you try to reboot your computer? That often times works.
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Hi Bunny,
That's weird, I can see the image on my screen just above your comment. Here, I will upload it again. Hope you can see this one.
LT |
Apr 10th |
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| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
These plants are wonderful to grow and require very minimal attention. Pretty purple cluster of flowers in the fall makes them a nice compliment to fading summer blooms.
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Hello Bunny,
I find this to be a lovely image of one of my favorite plants. I am captivated by the unfolding of the leaves exposing the center of the flower. The petals grab my attention and draw me into the center of the flower.
I do not have any suggestions to correct your original image. My edit is a sample of the options availing this pretty succulent plant using Silver Efex and the fine art high-key framed selection. I like this option as it opened the shadow a bit.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
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| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I had to chuckle, Leah, at your comment to the smell of cigar smoke - laughing! My dad used to smoke a cigar every once in a while and oh the memories.
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks for your comment, Emil. I agree a little more space on the sides would be good. An easy fix in PS!
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thank you, Leah, I am glad you like my image! Yes, I too love happy accidents what a great way to put it.
Have a great day,
LuAnn |
Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I am glad to hear you are taking the Image Evaluation course, Oliver. It sounds like you are working on lesson three, Understanding Composition - rules and techniques.
To answer your question, I can only speak from my own experience as a photographer, having taken the course myself. Learning there were more rules to consider in every image seemed daunting. But I started to realize something. There was more to photography than the rule of thirds, and I was on a journey that would take me to the next level in my photography, a place I wanted to go. So, I kept an open mind and gave it a chance.
The compositional rules you are learning about are helpful to you as a photographer and judge. They teach us about the placement of objects and elements that create images with impact, meaning the photograph will be successful in competition. These rules help us compose photos that appeal to the viewer/judge or even control what the viewer sees. Your image of the girl behind the gate is one example.
The more knowledgeable we are of our craft as photographers, the more helpful we can be to our colleagues when judging their work in competition. These composition rules are conventions developed as part of art theory, and the Dutch masters used many. This course is just a stepping stone to learning more about photography.
I hope this helps, Oliver. It took time for me to figure these elements out, but the time I invested in learning them was well worth my effort. I would be happy to help you with an image if you want a second opinion or clarification on a new rule.
Best regards,
LuAnn
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Apr 10th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Hello Israel,
Great image and hard work putting this together, I am sure. I think the smoke adds interest and helps the photo come alive. I like Emil's comment that there is a 'generous' pour of whiskey in the glass; I suppose you would have to see other photos of whiskey glasses to know what a correct pour would be--funny. I think the three elements work well, especially the cigar; cigars and whiskey just go together like a hand in a glove.
The one thing that I wonder about, Israel, is the light. I think the light is too bright, and I suggest raising the cigar's shadows to see more details. When I think of whiskey and cigars, I envision a late night at a bar moment, so more subdued lighting perhaps; what do you think? I suggest defining the mood more; what is your intent for this image's perspective (day or nighttime ambiance)? Have you considered trying to rim light the glass and bottle with a spot of bounce light on the back wall directly behind the bottle? This will add depth to the scene.
LuAnn |
Apr 9th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Isn't that amazing, Emil? You are right; both edits are great options and very different. We need to find more menacing buildings to work with. Great ideas, everyone!!
Leah, I think the men in the group have this image covered; I have nothing to add!
LuAnn |
Apr 9th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Oliver,
An excellent option here to Leah's sinister abandoned building! How did you do your edits? Artisan Pro, maybe? You are really advancing in the editing department.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 9th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
I really like Emil's edit here; it is unique and brings originality to the photo's impact.
Emil is a trendsetter!
LuAnn |
Apr 9th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
I like your image this month, Emil. I never see dust storms like this in Minnesota, so I find the image has a curiosity about it for me. I find an excellent broad tonal range and exceptional control of highlights. There are several layers of varying tones and textures starting at the bottom of the frame to the top, so the image has depth. Lastly, you have an active sky with cloud formations to tie it all together.
I have to say I have no corrections or helpful edits to suggest. Thanks for sharing a great image. Your editing work is inspirational.
LuAnn |
Apr 8th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Reply |
Thanks for your comments, Oliver. Sorry, you don't like the noise. I added it because the background had no texture; it was too smooth for me and uninteresting.
I find this image interesting because the tulip in front is straight as an arrow, but the shadow is not. The height of the tulip shadow is also a different size and shape. But I do like the texture of the tulip in front. I see the shimmer in the petals from the moisture they hold, and the veining has such fine detailing.
Have a good day, Oliver.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 6th |
| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
I love your monster art photo this month, Bob! The eye is a fantastic key element of the image. I think all your edits were good. I see monsters fighting in this image, and I am anxious to learn what others in the group see. Amazing what one sees in a piece of driftwood.
I am using the eye, most definitely, and re-cropping to put it on the upper right impact point in the golden ratio grid for my edit. I took it into Nik Silver Efex and applied the Push Process (n+1.5) effect, dropped the grain to 408, and used the type 14 border as I felt it all went together.
Thanks for submitting this great challenge; now I have to do one too!
Best regards,
LuAnn
I am curious what you think!
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 5th |
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| 62 |
Apr 21 |
Comment |
Oliver,
This image caught my eye immediately upon viewing. This scene is very welcoming, calm, and quiet, something I need more of in my day. The woman is placed well on the golden ratio grid, and the light illuminates her well. Your handling of the elements around the young lady is well done. She still stands out with the busy trees because of the quality of light and its placement. There are no distractions, just a very inviting place to sit and read.
If I were to suggest any correction, I would say to recrop to allow more space above the gate's top; it seems a little tight.
Well done, my friend!
Are you planning to go to PSA Conference? I see the notice went out.
Best regards,
LuAnn |
Apr 3rd |
5 comments - 23 replies for Group 62
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10 comments - 37 replies Total
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