Calamity In 1881by
TarbiniComment by karmat: CRITIQUE CLUB CRITIQUE
by karmat
This is one of those pictures that definitely leads the viewer to start asking questions. 5 kids, all at one time. Ouch. Great subject choice for this challenge.
The focus of the stone is very good and enables the viewer to clearly distinguish the writing. Without it, I believe the meaning would have been diminished dramatically. Also, I like the dof you have used. The blurry background hints at the graveyard setting, but does not allow the fence to "steal" attention.
The crop feels a little off to me, but I don't know if backing up would help. I don't think getting closer would. Maybe turning so that it is even more at an angle would add some more drama to it.
The "tone" of the picture is a bit bright, considering the subject matter. What would it look like in black and white? I normally don't comment on outdoor lighting, but in this case, I think it is almost too cheerful outside. Perhaps at dusk it would really give a somber, mysterious air to it.
Nice shot, and best to you in future challenges.
karmat
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