GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by dallasdux:
The image is just too dark and I don't really associate the title to the image as far as making a fashion statement.

You've got a great closeup here and a good dark background, the subject just needs better lighting.

New crib for baby
by scott180

Comment by livitup:
Greetings from the Critique Club!

First Impression - the most important one: Aww! How cute!

Composition: This photo follows the rule of thirds nicely. The viewer is immediatley drawn to the baby, then the round frame of the drum leads the viewer's eye nicely around the perimiter of the photo, and right back into the main subject.

Subject: Aww, cute and cuddly. The expression is great! This photo really speaks from the heart. The viewer can easily tell that the photograph was taken with love. The message is obvious in this one. Unfortunatly for your score, the photo lacks the "wow appeal" that makes winners here. Notice my first impression was "aww," not "wow."

Technical (Colour and light): Quite well done. I imagine this was a bit of a complex setup, but you got the lighting just right. Not too much, though there could be a little less. Don't get me wrong, I like it just the way it is... but I think it also could have been nice with some more shadow and mood.

Relation to the Challenge: Yep, two, unrelated objects. Check.

To grow its vote?: Meh. I don't know that this subject is one that can score really highly here, at least if it's not the most incredible, moody, wonderfuly lit baby portrait possible. But I don't think you should care... this is a photo you can cherish, even if the rest of us don't think that its the best thing since Ansel Adams.

Summary: I think this is a photo you can be proud of, and something I would frame and put on my desk. It is quite nice, and you got a nice score. Keep shooting!

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GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by Jaded_Housewife:
cute even with the moody lighting it still seems a tiny but too dark on the light side. 7

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by GrayGhost:
Nice angle, just under-exposed, even for low-key, but probably could be rescued with level adjustments. Also consider less-central composition.

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by UNCLEBRO:
the focus is a tad bit lacking.
But i like the subtle reflection in the floor.

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by mist:
Your duck is very moody.

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by Postgate1:
nice shot, looks a little dark, could just be my monitor. maybe crop in the sides just a little more.

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by pamelasue:
too dark for my taste ...

ducky.jpg
by scott180

Comment by Knightmoves:
scott, not knowing what your other shot was like, obviously can't compare the two. Can make a judgement between this and other entries. This is a very creative shot, it would have stood out among other challenge entries. I am not going to say if that would have been good or bad among the other voters but I really like this shot.

GQ Duck
by scott180

Comment by runin2dson:
I would say it needs a few highlights...