I like some things about the shot, Scott, but I'd probably vote it a "6" in a candid challenge; not bad, not stellar. As always, this is just my take, and who am I, right? But you asked for input.
I think it's well exposed. The only possible blown highlight that I see is the small area at bottom right. The color is also good; like the blue. Where it lacks, I think, is in the size and positioning of the subject conductor. He is centered, relatively small, and most importantly seems hemmed in because he is face to face with the edge of the window opening. I think this might work better with a tighter crop, maybe a horizontal flip so that he is looking right, and framed to be less centered.
Ok, that's it for my opinion. I see that you're still using the 70-200 at ISO 100, and the shot looks plenty sharp a 1/250. Are you still bumping up to ISO 400 when the light gets dimmer? Still unhappy with the lens, or have you worked that blur problem out? That's my hope, especially since I was among those that suggested it.
Hope you're doing well. And hey, any chance you could make it up to the July get together in DC? All it would cost you is gas (not inconsiderable!) and food while on the road, since you and your family would be welcome to stay here. Give it some thought. |
