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Little Duckling


 
BetterPhoto.com Photo Contest Finalist   Little Duckling
Little Duckling

Kimberly Cline

 
 
 

Steve Downen
 

use the rule of thirds


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August 30, 2006

 

Mike Rubin
  Usually "The rule of thirds " makes for a much more pleasing image However I like the circular pattern in the water and I don't think it would be as nice if you followed the rule. I do think that a lower POV would be good, but not low to the point that the pattern of the water would be lost.


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August 30, 2006

 

Rhonda Burger
  I agree Mike. The full ripple shows the vulnerability of the little duck. With the duck centered also emphasizes how small it is. I like it.


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August 31, 2006

 

Tarun Bose
  Congrats Kimberly for finalist.


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September 26, 2006

 

She-She Killough
  I agree with Mike and Rhonda..and you also would want to keep the reflection of the duck in front of him.
Kimberly you did a great job Keep up the good work. AND CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!


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September 26, 2006

 

Steve Downen
  I do like the elements of the ripples in the water as they produce the effect of showing the vulnerability of the duckling by framing it with a bullseye. However, I think you might consider cropping the picture so the duck is at the top left corner. Congratulations on the finalist, and congrats on a fine piece of art. I only critique the ones I like.'

PS- don't dwell on the angle of the photograph, it is something you cannot change; dwell on what can be done at the present.

-Steve Downen


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September 27, 2006

 
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