'Hot Rod'
by talj

Comment by hotpasta:
wow! stunning in its simplicity...I hope this ribbons, it's my favourite so far (I am up to shot 237) and I give it a 10

A Keswick Spire
by talj

Comment by moniepenny:
Beautiful.

Beside Derwent
by talj

Comment by boxImmortal:
In my opinion the empty space just gives the photo an isolated even peacefull feeling. I think if there were something in that empty space, it would feel cluttered, and you'd lose the effect of the angle of the boat drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the photo. The only thing I would say is that I wish the blues and greens were just a tiny bit more saturated. But it really is an absolutely wonderful photo.

Derwent Water
by talj

Comment by igoofry:
I like this image. The reflection of the hills in the background and the rocks up close gives a real sense of depth. Once again, I would suggest a little more contrast for the image.

Good job.

Beside Derwent
by talj

Comment by igoofry:
I actually like the angle you used for this picture. The boat leads your eye further back into the picture. I also like the wasrm sunlight hitting the boat. You could try a little more saturation to enhance the color of the boat. Nice shot.

Morning Calm
by talj

Comment by igoofry:
You might try a circular polariser to enhance the sky a little. I would also try a little more contrast the enhance this picture a bit.

Beside Derwent
by talj

Comment by talj:

Originally posted by glad2badad: Looks to me like you got the better spot. ;^) If a photog setup to the right of the boat, the boat is in shadows on that side. You did well with this. Hope your foot gets better soon!

Yes, your right about the shadows, it was the 'empty' space on the left of the boat that I wasnt too sure about and would maybe have liked to have been able to explore other angles I suppose.

Thanks for your comments :)

Beside Derwent
by talj

Comment by glad2badad:
Looks to me like you got the better spot. ;^) If a photog setup to the right of the boat, the boat is in shadows on that side.

You did well with this. Hope your foot gets better soon!

Derwent Water
by talj

Comment by SandyP:
Natalya, this is stunning! I am so impressed with your talent. I love how the water is so clear in the foreground. . .then the photo takes on almost a misty look in the back, but you can still see that mirror reflection of that mountain. Beautiful work!

Beside Derwent
by talj

Comment by Melethia:
Great capture of the light! I don't mind the empty space anywhere in the picture - to me it balances nicely and is very visually pleasing.