Bluebells
by mbardeen

Comment by karmat:
CRITIQUE CLUB CRITIQUE
by karmat

COMPOSITION
I think the shallow depth of field works well on this, especially since the background becomes a muted yellow. Though I understand, I think, why you framed it this way, it seems a little static to me because the flowers are in the exact middle, and there is a fair amount of space on either side of them. As a result, the eyes tend to rest on the flowers (which is fine) but then there is no where else to go (except what I assume is a white flower). Maybe a portrait framing would have helped to emphasize the flowers more without detracting from the background.

TECHNIQUE
Again, the shallow depth of field really adds to the impact of this shot. Also, I think you have done well by waiting until the sun was just how you wanted it -- it has a nice dramatic effect. The contrast of the yellow and the purplish blues is very nice. The overall quality of the picture is outstanding. Very well done.

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by justine:
Very kewel shot....really nice.

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by MarionH:
beautiful sharpness and details,
but what really strikes me are the colors :)
well done !

Dreams of a Bay Window
by mbardeen

Comment by jjbeguin:
Nice scene, would have had more impact with a human being populating it. 7

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by gowf67:
nice color, composition

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by pncowley:
Oooh. Rad color! An awesome photo of a potentially boring subject. You rule! I love this shot- 10

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by LeahStephen:
The only reason I gave this typical car picture (no offense) a high score was because of the great coloring and the water drops that add interest. Good job!

Beem
by mbardeen

Comment by wewillexplore:
Fantastic shot. One of the best of the week, for sure. Superb lighting, spectacular composition. I would have tried to get all of that one headlight in the shot. Superb. 10.

Bluebells
by mbardeen

Comment by wewillexplore:
I'm impressed with the way you wait on light. I know this shot and one other shot you took you just waited and waited, reshot and reshot. People say you can't control the sun, but in your case, you do. Congrats on the top 50 and good luck!

Dreams of a Bay Window
by mbardeen

Comment by bamaster:
One of my favorites for the challenge. Great eye for this unique perspective. I really like the lighting.