The flag
Uploaded: November 20, 2010
Exif: F Number: 9, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, FocalLength: 40.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 50D
Stephen Shoff November 20, 2010
Pretty dramatic, Peter. I like the overall effect.The picture is dark and the colors muted. Did you try it with a little brighter blue in the sky, and in the red in the flag? #1329098
Aimee C. Eisaman November 21, 2010
I'm in agreement with Stephen. It seems like it needs more pop for the flag as the brightness of the sky draws the most attention. I can't say right now if I like the effect there seems to be on the flag because it is so dark. :~) #9055756Michael Kelly November 21, 2010
Very dramatic sky and I like the comp.Rita K. Connell November 21, 2010
I not sure what I am feeling about this image its dark but yet there is a light of hope, the flag sends a strong message, but....halo around the flag needs to be fix its a distraction. I think the darkest cloud on left needs lighten up some. #9056138Jeff E Jensen November 21, 2010
I agree with the others, this is an interesting image, and a little different than we are used to from you Peter. I really like the composition. #9056173Dale Hardin November 22, 2010
Also agree with the others Peter. The idea is good but the over processing of the flag is a major distraction. I have to assume this is a composite and would love to see the originals. #9057377Debbie E. Payne November 22, 2010
Peter - I like the "moodiness" of this shot but am concerned about the outline around the flag. I think if you are willing to work on this shot, it can become even better than it is now! #9057413Carla Capra Anderson November 22, 2010
Hi Peter;Peter W. Marks November 22, 2010
Well my friends, this image achieved a variety of responses and let me say right off, I wasn't pleased with the pole either, but became impatient and with my usual disregard for doing things well I just thought "what the hell!" lol (ie I had no idea how to do it better)Kathleen Nealon November 23, 2010
Peter, thanks for the information behind the image. I too wish we would explain more when we post our images.I like your POV and composition very much. And since this scene is so near, why not try a series using the same pov and comp at different times of the day, with different skies, during different seasons, and/or using different post processing techniques.
Happy Thanksgiving on your adopted holiday. One Thanksgiving in England we went to St. Paul's in London for an 11am service and then turkey dinner in the catacombs. It was a very nice gesture on
St. Paul's part and helped us feel less homesick. #9060279
Peter W. Marks November 23, 2010
Thank you so much Kathe. I shall be taking up your suggestion and in fact have two or three images from the same pov somewhere in my disorganized, chaotic files. But! I have found one!#9060495
Peter W. Marks November 23, 2010
Thank you so much Kathe. I shall be taking up your suggestion and in fact have two or three images from the same pov somewhere in my disorganized, chaotic files. But! I have found one!Peter W. Marks November 23, 2010
Oh yes, and thank you Kathe for your Thanksgiving wishes and now you have made me all nostalgic. Turkey in the catacombs. I wonder what Sir Christopher Wren would have made of that! Best wishes to you and your family. May God bless you. #9060614Aimee C. Eisaman November 24, 2010
Thanks so much for all of that explination. It certainly changes the feelings I have toward that first post. The dramatic sky and the shadowed flag were just what you needed. :~) #9061077Joan E. Hoffman November 24, 2010
Well I guess I am somewhat "Peter the Minor" but without a plan. I am not a very good editor to begin with, and don't have the sharp eye for detail. I too, often wish the small flaws could be overlooked for the overall shot... but then every morning when I recieve my POTD in my email, I see what can be accomplished when these small details have been attended to!. (And of course it helps to have a really great shot to start with LOL). I actually quite like your post Peter, and your explanation makes it that much more poignant. I really like your original post that you did for your course! Very nice. #9061227Teresa H. Hunt November 24, 2010
Peter, all these shots, I think, tell their own story. But my favorite is your last post. To see the flag flying with America's Heartland in the background gives me good feelings! :) #9061572Michael Kelly November 24, 2010
Thank you for the Thanksgiving wishes, you have a great day tomorrow too Peter.Also just to show we can let things go too, hardly anyone here even remembers King George. #9061615
Ellen H. Robertson November 24, 2010
Peter I really like the one titled backlighting. Love the sky and there is a hint of seeing the colors in the flag. I think it is very dramatic, and fits in very well with the Star Spangled Banner.Peter W. Marks November 24, 2010
I thank you all for understanding where I was coming from with these images.In two weeks time I will have been living here for 18 years but I still get so much pleasure from everyday subjects that are unique to this country. It could be a style of old barn; it could be water towers; it could be something as simple as a street full of utility poles that lean in every direction and which have me shaking my head over one of the most advanced countries in the world seemingly unable to set its poles straight. (No wonder Dale is hyper-sensitive about tilts, and is embarassed by them :0) Even stopping my truck to allow a possum or a box turtle to slowly amble across our lane is a source of pleasure.
I feel so blessed. Happy Holiday to all of you. #9061994
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