Backlighting the Harbor
by chalice

Comment by sonyalphausr:
I don't see any backlighting here

Backlighting the Harbor
by chalice

Comment by mindbottling:
This doesn't really fit my idea of backlighting, but it's a lovely image.

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by chromeydome:

Originally posted by chalice: I couldn't see cropping out the darkness for the sake of a "rule" of photography.

Every time I see someone invoke or cite the "RULE" of Thirds, I cringe a little. Especially when they say the "rule" has been "violated"

At most, it is a tool that may be use in the composition of some images, where appropriate...

Message edited by author 2008-11-25 19:02:02.

Puzzle in Blue
by chalice

Comment by aKiwi:
A hinge on something. Like a stapler

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by chalice:
Thanks for the comments and the "peer" award from chromeydome. The subject is the remnant of a leaf at the base of a plant. I thought about cropping the photo and even about using the rule of thirds to put it off-center. I decided against cropping because the photo is as much about darkness as "heart" and I couldn't see cropping out the darkness for the sake of a "rule" of photography. I also didn't like the idea of an off-center composition because a "heart" generally is at the center of things. So there you have it.

I am pleased that some people appreciated the photo. I never expect everyone to appreciate anything I do. All comments, however, are always welcome. Feedback is a beautiful thing, even where I disagree with the content of the comments.

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by colorcarnival:
i don't understand why people have a thing against centered composition. this is very pretty. I love how the heart is emerging from the swirl of darkness. is this a leaf then?

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by sempermarine:
Very Nice!!

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by chromeydome:
PostLuminous Award WINNER!
subtle tones, wonderful dof, bokeh, well seen!

Heart of Darkness
by chalice

Comment by cutout:
fantastic shot
52? go and figure

Puzzle in Blue
by chalice

Comment by hesitant:
looks like a hinge/pivot - nice color & comp