His Master's Voice
by kelmat

Comment:
I can see that you've made an effort here, and that is commendable (it means your trying to learn!)

That said, you have a nice conversion here with good contrast, and the puppy seems well-focused. However, its also obvious that you've used a blur tool to make everything besides the dog OOF. It can work well to bring attention to your subject, but ONLY if it is done very subtly.

What works better is to adjust your camera's aperture setting to a low number & use a shallow depth of field when taking the picture. Your results will appear much more natural, and will score considerably better.

Ziggy Stardust
by Shermy

Comment:
Very nice exposure you have here - and that makes all the difference! 8

The Scarlet Letter
by rinac

Comment:
The subtle touch of red on her lips is a GREAT touch!

Mini Busch Stadium
by drewbixcube

Comment:
great job! terrific lighting and perspective.

Yellow-flowers-in-the-sky.jpg
by rossglenda

Comment:
this is gorgeous honey! you have done a terrific job of capturing my favorite lighting (early morning daylight @ our home!) your work is progressing faster than ever glenda, and is becoming more and more enjoyable to view!!! ;)

Group_AustinCapitol.jpg
by KaDi

Comment:
(I won't say who, but SOMEbody has a little something riiiiight THERE!) ew... j/k!

Looks like fun!

Blue-and-Purple-Tiny-Flower.jpg
by rossglenda

Comment:
This is beautiful sweetheart! I love watching your talent grow, and seeing the fruits of your efforts!!

Day 7
by CalliopeKel

Comment:
yeah... yer such a creep!

;)

Day 3
by CalliopeKel

Comment:
It took me a second to realize this is your yard, and not a lake somewhere! very engaging kel!

Hot Pink
by CalliopeKel

Comment:
They're beautiful - still have that 'tween' look, yet you can see the young woman emerging...

wonderful job ma'am!