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My backyard
My backyard
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Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Camera: Nikon D70s
Lens: Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
Location: Paradise, Ca
Date: Oct 17, 2007
Aperture: f 7.1
ISO: 200
Shutter: 1/160
Galleries: Landscape, Nature
Date Uploaded: Oct 17, 2007

Viewed: 349
Comments: 20
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 I know, I know. Rule of thirds!! But how can you cut out a sky like that, or its reflection. Sheesh. Give me a break, guys! Rules were meant to be broken.


stupid rule of thirds...(skulking, still)


Ok, I'm done whining. I'm ready to listen.

pp:
Open in Raw
Shadow/Highlight
Levels
Dodge and burn to lighten left side land
Brightness/contrast to increase contrast in middle land
Selective color to darken blues in sky
Warming photo filter applied to all
Brightness/contrast to darken reflection
Noise Ninja x3
Resize
border (proud of it)
save for web



(BTW Did I say I'm very proud of the border? I made it myself.)

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 10/22/2007 04:23:58 PM
Man that is BEAUTIFUL!!! And if that's really your back yard I am SO jealous.
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 10/20/2007 09:56:00 AM
Wow!! Just Beautiful!!! Love the reflection!!
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 10/20/2007 02:24:11 AM
That must be amazing to see on a regular basis. You've done it well and you know when to break that silly rule. I like that border too.
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 10/19/2007 08:51:52 AM
Lucky you to have this as a backyard! You know, I'm amazed at how often I see beautiful landscapes or seascapes hanging in galleries that totally ignore the rule of thirds, and in fact wouldn't work nearly as well if that "rule" were followed. I say it's always best to go with your artistic instincts. Nice job on this!
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 10/19/2007 02:14:08 AM
oh yeah .. i meant to say at the beginning of my last post that if this is your backyard then your a very lucky man !!! :)
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 10/19/2007 02:12:42 AM
OMG AGAIN !!!! and i totally agree that rules are meant to be broken .. this is another incredible photograph and process from you roger .. the last few i've commented on have literally taken my breath away .. i'm just reaching for the oxygen bottle right now .. they are THAT good .. i'm thinking that one of these would do heaps well in the free study ?? .. you may have one up your sleeve even better than the last few amazing photographs i've commented on .. good luck .. :)
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 10/19/2007 12:07:48 AM
I want a backyard like that! This is one beautiful photo.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 10/18/2007 10:47:32 PM
Nice border around a grat pic.
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 10/18/2007 06:18:25 PM
OH OH OH. Absolutely fabulous. The stunning tack sharp reflection is superb. I am in awe. Love the framing as well. GORGEOUS STUFF HERE. Rule of thirds? Pffffffffffft
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 10/18/2007 05:44:46 PM
Great clouds and reflection. I don't think I would ever leave if that were my backyard!
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 10/18/2007 03:26:59 PM
Gawd - it's gorgeous! Put it in this month's Free Study!
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 10/18/2007 02:24:47 PM
Great shot rule well broken and so you should be proud of the border
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 10/18/2007 01:49:07 PM
Rules are meant to be broken is right!! I wouldn't have been able to cut out either half either... This is a really gorgeous scene, amazing lines of clouds and a superb capture of the whole scene! This is perfect :-)
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 10/18/2007 10:52:19 AM
Oh wow this is beautiful! My kind of photo, gorgeous scenery, reflections, so clear, well done.
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 10/18/2007 10:00:25 AM
Heretic! You broke the rule of thirds! If this was in a voting challenge I would have to give you a 10...

Like the others have said, the rule of thirds is not a rule but an approach. Centered horizons and centered compositions can be very dramatic and pleasing. The composition you chose for this reflected image is right on the money.

Great Job!
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 10/18/2007 10:00:03 AM
The clouds are incredible, and the reflections! They are wonderful! The whole scene is perfect. Great job! And I agree the rule of thirds is way over rated!
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 10/18/2007 09:55:59 AM
Ok. . . .don't even get me started on that Rule of Thirds thing. In my humble opinion, the most of DPC has totally gone psycho about it and totally misses the point. The whole "Rule of Thirds" is meant to be a general guide to what usually makes a photo's composition more appealing. It was NOT meant to be a rigid "Every picture gets trashed if it doesn't follow it" kind of thing, which is what I notice DPC does.

This photo is STUNNING! EXACTLY how it is. . .no rule of thirds necessary! And the border is awesome too! :) Where is it???

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 10/18/2007 09:51:19 AM
Yowza. And rule of thirds is MEANT to be broken for shots like this. I love rule of halves when appropriate and is this ever appropriate! And yes, I do like the border - very nice! Great shot. Makes mine look pathetic... you could have waited a while to post it, you know. :-)
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 10/18/2007 09:46:34 AM
stunning reflections and composition!! nicely done
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 10/18/2007 09:44:25 AM
glad you threw out rule of thirds on this one- just a stunning image ! (rules are made to be broken!)
Really excellent editing BTW !
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