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waitin'

© Jodi M. Walsh

waitin'

Uploaded: July 11, 2011

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June 2011

Exif: F Number: 4.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 50.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 50D

Comments

Dale Hardin July 11, 2011

So nice to see you entering images again Jodi, and a fun one it is. Love the diagonal comp and the dilemma of who is waiting for who?

I have a couple suggestions, the first being the line coming out of the toys head. The easiest way to "fix" this would be to simply clone the grout where it crosses the vertical line. Then burn the remaining grout to match the rest.

I'd also suggest adjusting both the shadows and the highlights about 10% but not at the same time. Do one, the shadows, stamp the image and then do the other. Finally add a bit of sharpening to the entire image except the gravel.

this is cute and I like it very much. #1392255

Rita K. Connell level-classic July 12, 2011

this a very cute image jodie. I agree with the adjustments that dale suggested. I notice the pipe coming out of the toys head right away. looking forward to seeing the edit #9524397

Debbie E. Payne July 12, 2011

I agree with Rita and Dale. The narrow pipe needs to go. There is still plenty of good lines left in the nicely done image without it. It is good to have you back, Jodi. #9525262

Michael Kelly level-classic July 12, 2011

The suggestions sound good to make this fun shot even better. I like it and the title fits perfectly with the shot. #9525564

Anthony L. Mancuso July 12, 2011

It is a cute shot Jodi and makes me wonder who is waiting and what are they waiting for? WLTSDS #9525904

Jeff E Jensen July 13, 2011

Yup, WLTSDS. I really like your POV and composition. #9526887

Jodi M. Walsh July 13, 2011

so here are my changes, as Dale suggested.

i cloned out the gap in the bricks and tried to make the adjustments to the lighting. i'm not very good doing those adjustments in PSE.

Dale, let me know if this is closer to what you were talking about.

i ended up loving this session and have gotten so many great images. and while mom was not happiest with the little guy bringing his penguin, I know she's enjoyed that I was able to use them in these :-) #9527303

Dale Hardin July 13, 2011

You did a fabulous job and it looks so much better without that distraction. Super edit Jodi and a delightful shot. #9527448

Rita K. Connell level-classic July 13, 2011

I second that one on the super edit looks really great #9527687

Susan M. Reynolds level-addict July 13, 2011

Your edit is super along with the POV...I always love diagonals for some reason and particularly like the way you did not include the top of the child...gives more of the "wonder" element to the photo...Nicely done! #9527990

Michael Kelly level-classic July 13, 2011

Great edit - looks totally natural. #9528029

Jeff E Jensen July 13, 2011

Yup, looks great! #9528212

Beth Spencer July 14, 2011

Your edit is awesome! This is a great picture, love the title. It is original and there is a good story there! #9530739

Jodi M. Walsh July 14, 2011

thanks guys. mom is a scrapbooker and i'm starting to learn that it inspires me when i'm working on their pictures. I think about how she might be able to use the pics. haven't had a chance yet to hear what she thinks about these. #9530887

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