Toads
by jbirkman

Comment by jblaylockrayner:
Nice idea but they get a little lost as all the area seems the same colour

Neighbor dog
by jbirkman

Comment by KarenNfld:
Very clear, a good portrait, the dog seems almost human.

Neighbor dog
by jbirkman

Comment by Nuzzer:
Funny expression

Neighbor dog
by jbirkman

Comment by photokariangel:
great composition

Purple Ball
by jbirkman

Comment by Purple_Girl:
I'd like a bit more of it to be in focus but it's a good shot, the texture of the green is great.

Purple Ball
by jbirkman

Comment by LiamD2005:
Good composition and DOF.

Purple Ball
by jbirkman

Comment by cynthiann:
Great tilt here and colors compliment each other well. I like it lots.

Purple Ball
by jbirkman

Comment by skennon:
love the complementary colors.

Va beach sunset
by jbirkman

Comment by karmat:
CRITIQUE CLUB CRITIQUE
by karmat

Very nice portrayal of challenge.

Compositionally, I like the balance between the sun and the boat silhouette. I also like the "almost" parallel between the pier and the waterline. It does feel a touch "off" though. I'm wondering if a horizontal crop/composition would make it a bit more stable.

Technically, there seems to be just a little artifacting, which could be caused from adjusting colors, etc. in post processing. I really like the warm pink colors -- it truly conveys a sense of evening and warmth. Likewise, the fact that it is not a true silhouette helps the shot, I think.

Overall, well done, and congratulations on your personal best. I do hope this is the beginning of a trend for you!

Karma

Va beach sunset
by jbirkman

Comment by jbirkman:
thanks for all the feedback. My best score ever. Perhaps this can be the beginning of a trend.