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Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

03/26/2005 01:08:45 AM · #1

Just got the chance to go to new york for spring break. I went to the musuem of modern art on the second day and was so impressed by the architecture that I had to return with my tripod on the last day. I would very much appreciate any comments you may have to offer. Hope you like!

Bud

Canon EOS-550D Rebel T2i

03/26/2005 02:04:46 AM · #2

I will gladly give you a critique, just remember, it is worth what you pay for it;)

#1 is a wonderful architectural shot, the lines of the arches are great and the subtle lighting make this very artactive to the eye.

#2 is OK, but to me, there is no context and the image is not a really strong image in and of itself.

#3 is just wonderful, the colors and solitary figure and the interplay of the shadows really make this very nice. I think it s by far the most interesting of the five photos.

#4 is OK, but the colors are a bit drab.

#5 is right behind #3 as far as interesting, the added element of the man in the photo is a very nice touch. The angle of the ceiling is very interesting. the onbly negative is the horizon seems a bit slanted.

Some nice photos, thanks for sharing them. I would love to make it to NYC some day and have the opportunity to visit some places like this.

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

03/26/2005 03:44:24 AM · #3

thanks bud i appreciate your input

casualguy

Canon EOS-20D

03/26/2005 08:24:17 AM · #4

Originally posted by aguapreta:

DITTO! (aguapreta nailed my thoughts)

pawdrix

Nikon D700

Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF

03/26/2005 08:34:36 AM · #5

3 is spectacular. It truly captures that certain Museum solitude when not overcrowded and that sense of grand size is well stated too.

very nice image

pawdrix

Nikon D700

Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF

03/26/2005 08:35:00 AM · #6

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Message edited by author 2005-03-26 08:35:14.

Cutter

Nikon D700

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED

03/26/2005 09:56:06 AM · #7

The third picture nails it on nearly every level. My preference order is 3, 5, 2, 1, 4. But honestly they are all well done and unique. You matched the need for smoothness and sharpness, clarity and expanse. But we could all learn a thing or two from the third picture.

longlivenyhc

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro for Canon

03/26/2005 10:11:26 AM · #8

isnt that first picture from the Metropolitan Museum and not the museum of modern art?

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR

03/26/2005 02:11:29 PM · #9

Unless I have my names wrong(which is very possible), its the MOMO

RulerZigzag

Nikon D750

03/26/2005 03:00:44 PM · #10

Left a comment on the first one

Message edited by author 2005-03-26 15:00:54.

dartompkins

Nikon D70s

Tamron SP AF 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di LD Aspherical IF for Nikon

03/26/2005 03:30:56 PM · #11

I think that number two and three are great. My favorite is number two. I think it is simple and beautiful architectural shot and number three does convey the open, empty, serene, feeling of the museum.

Number one is a bit busy for my taste. I am generally not much of a fan of photography of sculpture - It really feels like taking a picture of a painting to me, so I am not the best judge on that one. The last photo seems to have two equal and competing subjects in the architecture of the ceiling and the man viewing the art. I think you would need to minimize one or the other to make this shot work well.

Again, I really like number 2. I think it is beautiful. :)