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BKerrComment by Artyste: Hello, and greetings from the Critique Club. I am Artyste, your critiquer for today, so let us go on a thrill ride. (sorry, it's lonely here. hehe)
Initial Thoughts
Interesting view, not often you see this perspective on a classic candid.
Composition / Content
I personally like the perspective you've used here, effectively placing the shoes as a focal point while keeping the editorial feel. However, it being DPC, I think you probably got hit for it being a candid and/or photojournalistic type of shot. A lot of people will just automatically vote a shot of this type lower unless it's a very unique or "wow" type photograph. I, however, quite honestly like it and congratulate you on turning an almost everyday sight into something a little unique.
Background
A nice transition into an OOF background, although I think you could have benefitted from a shallower depth of field here. Having the far man and more of the background that much more blurred would have helped the focus on the shoes.
Camera Work / Technical
Without information on your camera settings, I regret I am unable to provide a critique or any feedback on this area. There are no glaring errors, however.
Digital Processing
Again, without the information, I can't really say anything without simple conjecturing. I do like the overall feel of this photo though, there was definitely some decent processing going on.
Fits the Challenge
For me, it fits it very nicely. Your focus *is* on the shoes, (although it could have been stronger), and that's what the challenge is about.
My Opinion of the Photo
A very nicely taken photojournalistic type of candid. Not exactly a pure DPC-style photo, but it gives a little insight into humanity in a small way, and provides a decent picture to look at.
A nice shot, but DPC can be fickle. Good luck in future challenges.
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