Aquarius
by STEPHENIE

Comment by soccerdad:
The corner bothered me a little, and I think an off camera light might have given an interesting shadow on that great white wall, but, this looks like a fun time taking a picture with your son. So, why do you care what I think? Hope he had as much fun as you.

Aquarius
by STEPHENIE

Comment by Quadrajet:
The on camera flash is not flattering in this photograph. Specifically because you have a wall directly behind the subject, upon which a harsh shadow is cast. Add to that an uninteresting angle and you have the makings of a photograph that doesn't score very well.

The thing you have going for you, is the fact that this image is on theme and it's rather sharp.

I'm giving you a 3 for this image.

Suggestions for improvement:
>Using an on camera flash is ok, but try to be aware of your backgrounds. Get as far away from walls or anything that the subject can cast a shadow on. You also want to be aware of anything that could stand out in the background, lights, objects...anything that can draw attention from your subject.

>Try shooting from different angles, try getting lower and maybe more in front of the subject...shooting up towards the face with the water closer to the camera. Ideally (in my opinion), shooting in portrait format while having the water prominently featured in the lower left hand corner and the face in the upper right hand corner would make for a very interesting composition.

I hope this helps,
Quadrajet

Aquarius
by STEPHENIE

Comment by Patents4u:
Lighting is a little harsh

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by GinaRothfels:
This certainly makes a statement.

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by GoodEnd:
Great DOF control!

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by labuds:
Alcoholics don't drink Lite (Especially not Miller Lite)

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by beekper:
Meaningful and sad. Nice really made me think good name for photo.

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by soccerdad:
Interesting composition. Usually, by the time I have a beer in hand, I am not that clear thinking. Good execution on hte shot.

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by brownt:
Really strong shot here! Very good idea, think it meets the challenge well.

The lighting here maybe could have been improved a little though. The reflections on the glass, and the bright line on the label could have been avoided. Maybe diffuse the light with some thin paper in front of your flash?

Don't get me wrong, I think your picture is really good. The idea is great, the DOF you've used really adds to it on two levels. If the person is drunk they will only be able to see what's in front of them, and you've also shown the family as if it's away in the distance from him. Well done! 8

Through the eyes of an alcoholic
by STEPHENIE

Comment by piwoguy:
Good use of an image to send a message; however, it does lack some visual power, which detracts from the effectiveness of your photo.