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Again in need of some critique, Ty! I'm just wondering if I could get some critique on the 4 current photographs in my gallery. I'm in need of some pictures for a contest being held in my area, and just wanted some general feedback on these pictures, hints & tips, positive/negative, no matta'. Much Mahalo Any1 and E1! Aloha,
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Sharon Day |
I thought they were all quite nice. I liked the seashell on the beach. The only suggestion I would make on that photo is maybe trying to crop it just enough to get the seashell so it's not right in the center. It does fit the rule of thirds pretty well as far as being lower in the frame but I think it could still be off to the side a little more. It might depend on the judges though. I liked them all!
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chrisbudny.com - Chris Budny Contact Chris Budny Chris Budny's Gallery |
I think Sunset Oahu is your best one! Nice backlighting there. One thing I did notice, which you should probably correct---Sunset Shark Cove; the horizon is not level. Try a slight rotation; ocean horizon shots are probably the most critical, to have a perfectly level horizon.
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Ty for the tips 'N' comments Chris & Sharon! I'll take a look at the horizon on that one and c if I can't fix it. Not sure if Photodeluxe has that, should, haven't looked yet, :P. Thanks again, talk to you later, Aloha,
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John P. Sandstedt |
Sharon's comment, "Quite Nice," really says it all. Except for Sunset Oahu, the ohters are just nice, but not winners. Once you adjust its horizon issue, Sunset will be really fine. But, Coconut - really does nothing for me. The nut is too low and too centered, as Sharon notes. But, I think the surf seems out of focus. Shore Break - almost intriquing, but there needs to be something to see this picture off. The President of our Camera Club says [laways]: Add something bright red. Here, a girl resting on the beach waering a bright red bikini comes to mind. I realize, of course, such a model may not have been available. Sunset at Sharks - Just too much sky and no point of interest at water level.
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Sharon Day |
Concise critique, John! I apologize for not noticing the horizon. I usually notice that sort of thing right off. A lot of very nice images don't win in contests, but that doesn't make them trash can material either. Most family members or people you would share a vacation album with wouldn't know the difference.
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Sharon, How true is that! What one person may dislike in a photo another may adore. That's why I think there are so many un-recognized, for lack of a better term, photographers out there. John, Aloha and best wishes,
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John P. Sandstedt |
Sharon - you're correct about family members not noticing. But, and here's the rub about ruthless editing "out" of questionable images . . . The difference between an amateur and a professional photographer: The amateur will show you all his pictures. The professional will show his good ones.
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Samuel Smith |
i agree with john. and david, it may be unlawful to mail or ship even dead bugs to someone? sam
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Mark Feldstein |
Hi David; I posted my comments under constructive criticism in your gallery. Now that I've read them, I think my offerings pretty much echo what John S. has written here, or at least for similar reasons. But to add to what he mentioned about editing: In this business you really need to become your absolute best and worst critic and that's often not easy. As you move further along in your photo career, you'll find even the kindest editors can be and often are, ruthless. often they just won't tell you anything other than 'no, no, no.' Hang in there. You're certainly on the right track and seem to have lots of potential.
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Hey Sam, It's not illegal at all to ship dead bugs to someone. It is however illegal to ship live ones to certain areas from certain areas. I have checked with the local DA and have gotten all of the information required to receive dead specimens. All dead specimens, except for the honey bee, may enter Hawaii through mail-order or other means. It is however legal in other parts of the United States and world-wide to ship most kinds of insects, besides that of the CITES species, which are endangered. There are strict regulations on live(none are allowed into Hawaii from another area, even inter-island), but I can receive any dead bug through the mail, excluding that of the honey bee. Sorry if that's a little bit confusing, but the rules and regulations are kinda mixed message depending on what part of the Country(or world) you live in because each state has its own set of general laws, while there are some common as well. Thanks for the vote of confidence Mark, it is much appreciated and respected! Best wishes & Aloha, "Instill the past in a photograph and gaze through a lens at the future..." ~Dave
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Samuel Smith |
glad you checked, come summer i'll keep my eyes out for you, and then check with my local post office to find out their rules and regulations if any. good luck, sam
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Much Thanx Sam, Aloha,
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