Reflections of Nature
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by dzone1:
Pic a bit too blurry

The Long Road Home
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by Olyuzi:
Looks a bit underexposed

Reflections of Nature
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by alexhebert:
Blown out parts of the shot look unnatural. Probably better to expose for those and settle with more shadows -- it looks more natural.

Reflections of Nature
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by bcoble:
Everything here appears to be out of focus.

Reflections of Nature
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by blondmcfly:
The reflection is really clear but its just too busy, I really have to concentrate to distinguish between different areas.

jack-resize.jpg
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by davidus428:
First, i suggest you take the photo eye level to the dog (just like when taking pictures of children). Second, color of background should enhance the subject. In this case, a lighter color background could help since Jack is all black. Third, play with the available light. I liked it when the luster of Jack's fur is obvious but light is still too harsh. Placing him under a shade with light coming from the side would help. Lastly, make Jack pose in a more interesting way, say, in a playful mood or directly staring at you.

Your focus is great, sharp and detailed. DOF is also good, making background a little blurred.

I like dogs. They are great subjects. Enjoy your labrador and your camera to the max! Hope these helped.

jack-resize.jpg
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by joezl:
Nice shot. Black dogs are very difficult. We had a black cocker and most of my pics were of a black blob. You have the exposure right and there is a lot of detail in the black. Vet nice. The light is very strong which creates somewhat harsh shadows. Try in diffuse light/partial shade or later in the day when the light is softer.

The Long Road Home
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by philup:
wow, very pretty...!!! Great job..!!

Proud of my freedom
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by KiwiShotz:
Pity the flag is almost unexposed

Proud of my freedom
by Buckeye_Fan

Comment by vtruan:
me too, nice interpretation