Pump Up the Volume!
by nathaliedoo

Comment by karmat:
I think having the subject less centered, and using less post processing would have made this more effective, at least for me.

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Comment by Olyuzi:
Natalie, I disagree with those who dislike the border. I think it adds tremendously to an already fine shot and gives your photo a very artistic feel. The border draws attention to the stucco texture of the house and red wood on either side of the door, and gives the picture a whole new dimension. Very well done on this aspect.

I like the simple composition too, though I wish the two branches on the side were out of the frame and find the shot to be a bit underexposed. I think a little more exposure would have brought out more of the colors in the wreath, which are hard to see. I gave you a 10. Congrats on very fine work and good luck in future challenges.

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Comment by skief:
Pretty, just watch out for the 2 branches as you come to the door.

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Comment by Becky:
The texture of this photo inhances its quality.

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Comment by JPR:
very nice, but i dont think such borders are legal.

Pump Up the Volume!
by nathaliedoo

Comment by wewillexplore:
Don't like the post processing - interesting subject idea, however.

Pump Up the Volume!
by nathaliedoo

Comment by qachyk:
What a strange effect. I'm very curious how you did it.

I think the idea is a good one, but I dont' really care for this result; the patches of colour seem to be random artifacts rather than intentional, and the abstract feel lended as a result is, unfortunately for you, not something I care for. (Well, it may not be unfortunate; it's not like you were out to impress me specifically, but, er, okay, I'm getting sidetracked again, really must sleep more before writing these...)

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Comment by carolee:
I love the postcard feel of the border on this image, and the title in this case does add to the image. I find the branches on the right a little distracting but overall really like the mood.

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Comment by peter_k:
I like the match of border and wall texture, but the white is quite strong and might be better if toned down slightly to match the photo's colours.

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Comment by mindyparker:
Simple yet very nice. THis is inviting.