RayPA
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Welcome to this critique thread. Please read the purpose statement and the guidelines/ground rules regarding participation.
Purpose
The primary purpose of this thread is to provide a forum where photographers can give and receive constructive criticism on one another's photographs. By setting up some basic guidelines we hope that this thread will provide a forum where the give and take of honest constructive criticism can help us become better photographers.
Guidelines/Ground Rules
The thread has very specific rules regarding participation. The one basic rule is that you cannot provide criticism on an image or comment in a critique thread unless you also have an image posted. To post an image to this thread you must be a participant. Participation in this thread is limited. Here are the guidelines and ground rules for participation:
• Participation in this thread is limited to 5 photographers
• Participants join the thread by posting their intention. You can simply reply with your intent to join by posting something like: "I'm joining," "I'm in," or just state your name
• Joining is on a "first come, first served" basis. The first 5 to reply become the participants.
• Please, only join this thread if you are able post an image within 24 hours of joining.
• Once the thread has 5 participants, no other photographers can join or participate in the thread
• Once the thread is full of participants all photographers will upload their image(s)
• Please abide by any thematic requirement (e.g., landscape, portrait, etc.)
•The number of photos for each participant is limited to one
• Photographers attach photos as thumbnails (no inline images or links)
• Photos should be standard screen resolution (72~90) and the longest side of the image approximately 10 inches in length.
• Photographers post their images supplying titles (if any) and other pertinent information (the amount of information should be minimal)
• Photographers can only comment on their own images and reply to comments only when everyone else in the thread has posted their comments on the image
• Every participant must comment on every photo (except their own—initially)
• Every participant must make at least two comments, one positive comment, and one constructive criticism (which is actually two positive comments)
• Once every photographer has commented then a free flowing discussion begins. It is at this point that every photographer can comment on their own work and reply to comments, ask questions, etc.
• The participants decide when the thread closes.
If you'd like to participate in a critique thread and need some ideas about how to proceed with viewing images critically, you may find this thread helpful:
How do you look at photos
You can also provide feedback on critique threads here:
Critique Feedback Thread
Remember: Please do not provide criticism on an image or comment in a critique thread unless you also have an image posted.
This thread is now active, please follow the guidelines if you'd like to participate! Have Fun!
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Purpose
The primary purpose of this thread is to provide a forum where photographers can give and receive constructive criticism on one another's photographs. By setting up some basic guidelines we hope that this thread will provide a forum where the give and take of honest constructive criticism can help us become better photographers.
Guidelines/Ground Rules
The thread has very specific rules regarding participation. The one basic rule is that you cannot provide criticism on an image or comment in a critique thread unless you also have an image posted. To post an image to this thread you must be a participant. Participation in this thread is limited. Here are the guidelines and ground rules for participation:
• Participation in this thread is limited to 5 photographers
• Participants join the thread by posting their intention. You can simply reply with your intent to join by posting something like: "I'm joining," "I'm in," or just state your name
• Joining is on a "first come, first served" basis. The first 5 to reply become the participants.
• Please, only join this thread if you are able post an image within 24 hours of joining.
• Once the thread has 5 participants, no other photographers can join or participate in the thread
• Once the thread is full of participants all photographers will upload their image(s)
• Please abide by any thematic requirement (e.g., landscape, portrait, etc.)
•The number of photos for each participant is limited to one
• Photographers attach photos as thumbnails (no inline images or links)
• Photos should be standard screen resolution (72~90) and the longest side of the image approximately 10 inches in length.
• Photographers post their images supplying titles (if any) and other pertinent information (the amount of information should be minimal)
• Photographers can only comment on their own images and reply to comments only when everyone else in the thread has posted their comments on the image
• Every participant must comment on every photo (except their own—initially)
• Every participant must make at least two comments, one positive comment, and one constructive criticism (which is actually two positive comments)
• Once every photographer has commented then a free flowing discussion begins. It is at this point that every photographer can comment on their own work and reply to comments, ask questions, etc.
• The participants decide when the thread closes.
If you'd like to participate in a critique thread and need some ideas about how to proceed with viewing images critically, you may find this thread helpful:
How do you look at photos
You can also provide feedback on critique threads here:
Critique Feedback Thread
Remember: Please do not provide criticism on an image or comment in a critique thread unless you also have an image posted.
This thread is now active, please follow the guidelines if you'd like to participate! Have Fun!
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RayPA
Ignore It (It'll go away)
See the revised guidelines highlighted in RED.
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jonasv
has no mustache
yep... I'll play again!
venchka
Veteran
i'm in. It's Venchka. You may call me Wayne.
rncamero
Established
I'll try one more time - I'm in
foolproof
Established
im in......
steve garza
Well-known
I'd like to try it......count me in
steve garza
Well-known
I;ve never posted an attachment in a thread. How is it done? paste n copy? Link?
jonasv
has no mustache
Steve, on the advanced reply page, scroll down beneath the text box to "Additional options". Click "Manage Attachments" and there you can upload a photo, which will then automatically get attached to your message.
steve garza
Well-known
Thanks Jon
steve garza
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jonasv
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rncamero
Established
steve garza
Well-known
1st comment---
JVX--
I love this image. It conveys a great deal of emotion and has me wondering what is happening in the scene. Now, I'm senseing that something serious has happened (although, I could be wrong). The shorter man seems to be in great emotional pain while the taller one is providing solace or comfort. The speaks of despar and strength simultaneously (please don't tell me they just won a footbal match). I think the composition is about right . But I can't help thinking that your moving to the right to angle out that pole and car would have made the composition better. The absence of the pole and car would have added a more timeless component to the image. AI wonder what the object on the right is, but it does add to the image's mysterey. Could this object have added to the image's impact if were in focus?
I hope my comments were constructive and added to your feeling about the image.
JVX--
I love this image. It conveys a great deal of emotion and has me wondering what is happening in the scene. Now, I'm senseing that something serious has happened (although, I could be wrong). The shorter man seems to be in great emotional pain while the taller one is providing solace or comfort. The speaks of despar and strength simultaneously (please don't tell me they just won a footbal match). I think the composition is about right . But I can't help thinking that your moving to the right to angle out that pole and car would have made the composition better. The absence of the pole and car would have added a more timeless component to the image. AI wonder what the object on the right is, but it does add to the image's mysterey. Could this object have added to the image's impact if were in focus?
I hope my comments were constructive and added to your feeling about the image.
steve garza
Well-known
Jvx---also, moving to the right would've accentuated the curving walkway on the other side of the image. It would've added a nice s-curve to the image.
venchka
Veteran
venchka
Veteran
steve garza said:
Positive: Wonderful slice of life. Everyone was obviously enjoying having their portrait made.
Constructive: The reflections in the glass are a bit distracting, but that's the way it was at that instant. The picture wouldn't be the same without them.
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steve garza
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Comment to rncamero--
This is fun image. I think the content is great. A family out for the day or on vacation having a great time together or "horsing around". I'm a little concerned about the exposure though. It looks a little grayish to me. As if there's not enough separation of tones. I do tend to like contrasty shots though. Did you meter through the camera or by eye? I think the fun and joy of the family could have been accentuated by selectively focusing on the family or horse itself. The image is a little busy with the bus and patio in sharp focus behind the subject and they don't really add to the image.
This is fun image. I think the content is great. A family out for the day or on vacation having a great time together or "horsing around". I'm a little concerned about the exposure though. It looks a little grayish to me. As if there's not enough separation of tones. I do tend to like contrasty shots though. Did you meter through the camera or by eye? I think the fun and joy of the family could have been accentuated by selectively focusing on the family or horse itself. The image is a little busy with the bus and patio in sharp focus behind the subject and they don't really add to the image.
venchka
Veteran
jvx said:
jvx:
Positive: Powerful emotions. Great perspective. Honest.
Constructive: Is it possible to open the shadows at all? The blacks are nice, but blank. I should talk. All I get nowadays are Grey & White pictures.
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venchka
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rncamero said:
Positive: Good street picture. The fun jumps out of the frame.
Constructive: This looks like many of my pictures lately. No blacks. I guess some subjects just don't have black. More contrast perhaps? Too bad about the bus. Those things can't be helped.