It's A Long Way Down
by spiller

Comment by aznym:
It's not a very clean desaturation job and there are traces of red on the skin too.

It's A Long Way Down
by spiller

Comment by djscarrd:
Hmmm top half of picture seems a bit underexposed. Shadow seems a bit distracting also.

Retired
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Comment by admart01:
Hi Lorraine,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

What first strikes me about your shot are the colors of the sky (really nailed that blue). Sadly the train plays second place (could be a bit punchier/lighter in order to stand up to the sky) but because it takes up most of the frame, the impact of the shot is less (and why, IMHO, you placed in the middle of the pack in the challenge). The back of the train didn't help you out any -- the plain, flat back with the grid doesn't add any visual interest or accent.

You have created a great sense of perspective with the train's lines leading deep into the shot. Going from right to left adds a bit of tension. The yellow accent draws my eye and enhancing your point of view. The hint of great scenery far in the distance gives my eye something to wonder to and wish I could see more of.

Please pm me if you have any questions or comments. I hope this was somewhat helpful.

Looking forward to seeing more of your work in future challenges.

Theresa

Mopping Up After Last Night's House Fire
by spiller

Comment by timganier:
My house! Why didnt anybody notify me. Great image. Sorry for the people who owned it.

Mopping Up After Last Night's House Fire
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Comment by graphicfunk:
Ouch !

Mopping Up After Last Night's House Fire
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Comment by bayonic:
fits the theme to a tee ....

Mopping Up After Last Night's House Fire
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Comment by djscarrd:
Shadows are kinda bad in this pic. Not much detail in the dark/black areas.

Mopping Up After Last Night's House Fire
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Comment by jadin:
Pretty good photo. Less crop would've been nice, makes me want to see what wasn't photoed. Good headline.

It's A Long Way Down
by spiller

Comment by bongo:
Not enough contrast in the black and white areas of this shot.

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Comment by mffnqueen:
interesting viewpoint, nice use of perspective