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10/07/2005 10:32:01 PM |
Greetings from the Critique Club
by strangeghost
COMPOSITION
An absolutely breathtaking shot. Composition split evenly top to bottom with the water surface just short of glass-like. I love the portrait orientation which emphasizes the stature of the masts. Brilliant work!
TECHNIQUE
The thing that's so striking about this image is the absolute perfection of the lighting. I can't image what the source of light is that makes the boats' hulls glow in such a creamy soft hue. The center one is a little yellow but that is far from bad - it adds a little splash of color. I'm also struck by your perfect control of the tonal range, from inky black water and sky to softly glowing white boats. Focus is sharp and I almost get a feel of three dimensionality from the forest of masts. I looked hard but I can't find anything to criticize!
OVERALL IMPACT
I admit that I'm a bit blown away by this photo. It shows a great eye for composition and superb attention to detail, both in the shooting and the presentation. You give no details in your photographer's comment or photo information, so I can't tell what you were aiming for, or how you achieved it in-camera or post processing, but I say you scored a hit. Your commenters certainly liked it as well, but I'm a little surprised the final score wasn't higher. 6.14 is very respectable, but I liked it a lot and thought maybe it deserved a higher finish.
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09/29/2005 11:43:26 PM |
| Love the lighting and reflections. One of my favorites in the challenge. Nicely done. |
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09/29/2005 04:44:05 PM |
| amazing one, i really like it, amazing lighting |
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09/28/2005 08:54:12 PM |
| Love the reflection and the lines. Good job. |
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09/28/2005 02:10:31 PM |
Fit Challenge Criteria: 2/2
Contrast/Color: 2/2
Composition: 2/2
Photo Quality: 2/2
My Subjective Affinity: 2/2
Very nice image here. I love how still the water looks. It's almost eerie. |
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09/27/2005 09:35:27 AM |
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09/26/2005 11:37:22 PM |
| I am trying to comment on all photos this week. I really don't know what to say about this photo. Without a title this would not have as much impact, but with the title It really is a romantic setting. Good job. |
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09/26/2005 11:02:37 PM |
| AWESOME!!!!, the reflection makes the photo |
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09/26/2005 10:46:03 AM |
| Absolutely stunning! Love it, think it fits the challenge and the title category well. Wow, i'm guessing this will soon be available as a print! It's wonderful. |
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09/26/2005 04:34:34 AM |
| Photoshop the moon into this one. nice feel 8 |
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09/26/2005 01:15:13 AM |
| Really nice shot. Could also be titled Bon Voyage. |
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