Born to Stand Out
by movieman

Comment:
Hi David,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

I'm not sure I can add to what's already been said but I'll offer my support for some of the comments you've already received.

Your use of color and the "through binoculars" style make this an interesting shot. Your getting the subject in crisper focus than any of the folks around her and the dead center of the subject adds to the composition. Her headband is the only standout color which makes me study the shot all the more. I agree with the "falamingo" effect as a detractor. Losing her head and foot to the black framing gives a candid/voyeristic (?spelling) quality and makes me want to know more of the story. Wjy is she dressed differently from most of the others? Where is she heading?

You've included just the right amount of other elements in this shot. The extra folks simply exist to contrast to the main subject. You've got a good eye for b&w (looking over the other shots you've entered) and I look forward to more of your entries.

Thanks for sharing your work

If you have any questions on my comments, please pm me.

Regards,
Theresa

Local Team Finishes 3rd in Fast Pitch Tourney
by admart01

Comment:
Thanks to all who commented -- I appreciate you taking the time and offering your point of view. It always helps to see how others view what I've shot.

Historic Bethlehem
by jmlelii

Comment:
Hi Jeremy,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

This is the second entry of yours I've had the pleasure to study and comment on.

I agree with your other commenters -- the sepia tones (and the absence of any elements that would give away the year) has this feeling like an old photo.

I think your photo suffered a bit from the "train" being more of a distracting rather than enhancing element - it's not very photogenic or interesting as presented. While it's a technically good shot it doesn't have a particularly strong composition -- more of a documentary/journalistic feel. (I can see it printed and displayed in the local luncheonette as a representation of a time gone by.)

Please PM me if you have any questions or comments.

Regards, (from nearby Yardley)

Theresa

AbStrAct CiVic
by ladpupmoe

Comment:
Hi Peggy,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

You have a way with lines! Your Parallel Lines shots is one of my favorites. This shot shows that same keen eye. Looking over some of your shots, I am impressed with the number of challenges you've entered!

I agree with what's been said below - this shot has a great shot within it. The desat car has the red pop out. The wavy bits on the right rear quarter panel and window along with the tail light and wheel would be enough to tell all it's a car while keeping out the more "ordinary" parts of the frame.

Looking forward to more of your entries in future challenges. PM me if you have any questions on my comments.

Regards,
Theresa

High Speed Trucking
by artvet

Comment:
Hi Artur,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

I think your score is all about it not being a Plane, Train, Automobile. Can't help you our there as I agree on the theme disconnect. Instead, I'll direct my attention to the picture without reguard for the theme -- it has a lot of things that I like about it.

Looking at the rest of your portfolio I'm struck by your bold/interesting use of color. This shot shows your preference (your abstract shot is in my "favorites" and is a great example of your style) for working the color into the composition in an integral way.

This shot has a shock of yellow that demands attention. The Blue (top) and red (bottom) framing the truck and they scream right along with it to present a primary color balance. There isn't too much calming in this shot, by design, and that gives it energy. I would like even more blur and wonder how the shot would look without a little less of the trailer.

I hope this was helpful. Please pm me if you have any questions on my thoughts.

Regards,
Theresa

Retired
by spiller

Comment:
Hi Lorraine,

Greetings from the Critique Club...

What first strikes me about your shot are the colors of the sky (really nailed that blue). Sadly the train plays second place (could be a bit punchier/lighter in order to stand up to the sky) but because it takes up most of the frame, the impact of the shot is less (and why, IMHO, you placed in the middle of the pack in the challenge). The back of the train didn't help you out any -- the plain, flat back with the grid doesn't add any visual interest or accent.

You have created a great sense of perspective with the train's lines leading deep into the shot. Going from right to left adds a bit of tension. The yellow accent draws my eye and enhancing your point of view. The hint of great scenery far in the distance gives my eye something to wonder to and wish I could see more of.

Please pm me if you have any questions or comments. I hope this was somewhat helpful.

Looking forward to seeing more of your work in future challenges.

Theresa

"See Spot. See Spot Run. See Spot Network"
by basia03

Comment:
these are such great dogs!. very unusual coat -- looks like a blue meryl but with a red face. how did you get him not to herd the other dogs? :) would like to be closer the the main subject and the background dogs

Toxic Haze Blankets City; Stay Indoors, Mayor Warns
by flip89

Comment:
yuck! if this isn't adjusted I'll have to hold my breath the entire time I type. great capture/title combo, very newspapery.

Local Artists Display their Talent
by Node

Comment:
this is just the right feel - quite a few hot spots in the upper right

Taxi Fair Hike Benefits More Than Just Taxi Drivers
by dimitrii

Comment:
like the grainy quality and blurry action. a slightly tighter crop might improve this slightly.