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| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
Appreciate your views, I agree that the context may not be immediately obvious without the description. I intentionally kept the space empty, hoping the stillness and absence would speak for the human presence that once existed there. |
Jan 18th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
I did try lightening the upper walls and ceiling, but it felt like the mood changed too much and the space lost some of its weight. The darkness seemed to reflect the heavy air and seriousness of the place. Attached edited photo.
This is an original corner of the prison, and I wanted to keep it as it was rather than add anything new. For me, the simple metal cots themselves feel like artifacts - quiet reminders of the history that once lived here. Posted: 01/18/2026 04:40:29 |
Jan 18th |
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| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
Thank you. |
Jan 18th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
Thank you. |
Jan 18th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
Thank you, appreciate your views. |
Jan 18th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Reply |
Thank you, Brenda. I've long admired Mandela and Gandhi, and their philosophies of non-violence. Hearing about your meeting with Mandela, Bishop Tutu, Ahmed Kathrada, and others-and being present at the planting of the Peace Pole-truly means a lot to me.
I spent half a day on Robben Island and took several photographs. What struck me most was that our guide, like many others there, was a former prisoner and freedom fighter. Cape Town offers so much to see, but these prison cells offer something deeper to learn-they remind us that freedom did not come easily, and its meaning should never be taken for granted. Also attached Photo of Guide |
Jan 18th |
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| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
Personally, I'm not a big fan of composites, but I also recognize that creating a convincing one is not easy. Your final composite is a very good example of a near-perfect composite that feels natural and well integrated.
The black-and-white conversion is handled well; the processing looks solid and nothing feels overdone. If I were to suggest one minor adjustment, I might treat the truck, the barn and dry grass on slightly different tonal scales-just a subtle adjustment in brightness and contrast on the burn-to help truck pop a bit more against the background. I've attached a quick edit to illustrate this idea.
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Jan 5th |
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| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
"Robert, your macro and stacking skills are always so impressive, and this flake is no exception! I really admire the dedication it took to brave the cold and find this gem. The clarity is stunning-thanks for sharing the story behind it!" |
Jan 5th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
This is excellent-I really love it. You've captured the moment perfectly: sharp, well-timed, and in a beautiful flight pose. We have two bird photos in the group this month, both very different and both outstanding. Thanks for sharing. |
Jan 5th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
This is beautifully sharp and very well processed-thanks for sharing. I live in Dallas, and in some areas you can spot owls quite often. Near White Rock Lake, there are also a few bald eagle nests. |
Jan 5th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
Very nicely exposed and cropped-technically strong, and I really liked it. It's a solid environmental portrait with all the right elements in place. As you mentioned, this was a quick shot taken while walking with a group, and in that context it works well. Personally, I might have taken a few extra frames and gently asked him to continue working, just to add a bit more life and immersion to the scene.
If the goal were more of a craftsman's portrait, I'd also consider using a wide aperture to keep the face sharp and let the background blur slightly so the subject pops-though that's not always easy on an iPhone, even though it does a great job overall. I do a lot of documentary and travel photography myself and usually carry just one small full-frame camera with a fixed lens. It's super convenient for travel and great for quick, spontaneous shots. |
Jan 5th |
| 78 |
Jan 26 |
Comment |
Well-processed photo-there's a clear improvement from the original. The crop works well, but consider adding a bit more background with the dry branches; it would better convey the season and the reason for the nut in the bird's beak.
Also really appreciate your group's work toward nature and bird conservation. |
Jan 5th |
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