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08/16/2003 07:51:02 PM |
FROM THE CRITIQUE CLUB
Hello, Joanna,
I wasn't around for the voting on the "Movies" challenge, and I haven't taken the time to look over the entries, so, this is the first time I see your photo. Also, I don't know the movie this picture is based on. But, on first impression I like your picture! As a matter of fact, I think I might like to look up the movie (I like older movies - this is an older movie, right?)
Your composition is excellent. Everything looks like it should be where it is, and even though it looks set up, it also looks very natural. That is very interesting.
Light and colours are very good. The pure black background is excellent. The only place where it could possibly be improved is on the right side of your face, especially the shadow from the cat.
Focus is a bit off - and that is probably the main reason you didn't get a better score. It looks like you focused in front of the cat, more or less where the bell is, but everything in front and in back is somewhat out of focus. I don't know what f stop you used (or if your camera allows you to adjust f stops), but using a higher f stop (f8 or so) will give you better depth of field.
Anyway, I like your entry very much. I love the smile on the girl's face (is that you?), and the fact that the cat seems fascinated with the candle. Good work!
~Ursula (uabresch)
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08/10/2003 11:48:55 PM |
| The cat seems a bit out of focus. |
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08/10/2003 09:58:48 PM |
| I don't know this movie, but I like your set up and composition. Only wish it was a bit sharper. |
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08/10/2003 07:05:44 AM |
| This is a pretty nice picture, better if it was focused. Its just a little too soft for my tastes. Good concept, although I admit I've never heard of the movie. But that won't count against you. |
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08/08/2003 08:19:10 PM |
| A lovely portrait. I like the belle/bell,opened book and glowing candle. The cat is a keeper too. Your lighting is terrific and hi lights not overblown.(7) |
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08/08/2003 04:32:41 PM |
| I'm having some trouble finding what was meant to be in focus, and if indeed the whole thing was meant to be soft focus, I can't really see the value in it, given the subject matter, its just too soft! Composition is nice though..I will have to look this movie up to see the significance of all the included elements. |
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08/07/2003 10:44:03 AM |
| Super idea and fun scene. I wish everything here were in focus. |
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08/07/2003 06:40:56 AM |
| The cat is just a bit out of focus, but I like the composition an the lighting. |
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08/05/2003 11:58:30 PM |
| Interesting composition. Good colors and exposure. I think sharper focus on the model would have been a better choice. Cat is a bit wiggly, but aren't they all. |
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08/05/2003 10:21:38 AM |
| Nice setup Would have like to see more focus in it though |
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08/05/2003 09:30:26 AM |
| What were you focusing on? Everything seems blurry. |
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08/04/2003 04:27:00 PM |
Read my sign? Haven't heard of the movie, but I like the band :)
Focus is soft on the kitty, but I like it overall. Interesting lighting and composition. |
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08/04/2003 03:07:45 PM |
| Nice image, but it looks like the cat moved and caused some out of focus. |
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08/04/2003 12:33:04 PM |
| I like the feel to this image, unfortunately it looks like your feline friend couldn't sit still.. scored 5 |
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08/04/2003 09:51:14 AM |
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08/04/2003 04:08:58 AM |
| This is definitely one of the better photos, a good interpretation. Pity the cat moved a little during the shot but well done! |
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