Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by erin_m02:
Could be a little lighter, but I still think it's a very neat photo

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by PixelatedVisions:
I like the concept.. probably would have backed off a little and played with the depth of field a little though.

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by Martin:
Colours are very weak. Good close up though.

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by olya:
surface of the sun FLOWER. hehehe. :-)

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by autool:

Composition5
Originality6
Technical Aspects5
Meets Challenge8
Total Score6

For those that are just learning, like me.

Composition: Scoring in this area is based on basic composition of a picture and includes the rule of thirds, balance, cropping, and curved and diagonal lines. Subject matter that does not lend itself to the picture or otherwise unwanted is also considered here.

Originality: Scoring in this area is based on pictures or concepts that I have seen, as well as how much effort you have invested in the picture. Usually a little something that sets it aside from a snapshot. Does it make me want to come back for another look? You know things like that.

Technical Aspects: Focus, exposure, lighting, and other special effects (done by the camera), and post processing are all considered in this category.

Meets Challenge: This is based on my interpretation of if you, have/have not, met the challenge. This is fairly simple but quite important for this site.

There are many sites that can give you assistance in achieving better skills in photography, but I think the best way to learn is to take pictures and show them to other people. Believe me when it is a good one you will know it.

Good luck!

Autool

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by complex:
I really like the texture and the angle you've captured here, but it would be nicer to see the colors brighter and more vibrant - some extra post-processing would do wonders for this!

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by scw1217:
A trifle too dark, but nicely composed.

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by BeeGee:
good idea, but the colors look a bit funny to me and a little more light & DOF would have helped, too, IMHO. try less jpeg compression, too and see if that gives you better definition - I'd expect it to. 5 beegee

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by mykoleary:
A bit dark and bland for a sunflower

Surface of the Sun
by djshmuck

Comment by camelotnorth:
nice variety of textures