Standing Watch

© John A. Lind

Standing Watch

Uploaded: September 27, 2001

Description

Example of shallow DOF. You can see the DOF in the wood grain. The tree in the background would otherwise be distracting if it were not very out of focus, and attention of the viewer is immediately drawn to the dog which is in sharp focus.

Comments

Joy Fender May 28, 2001

Sooo beautiful!!!! I appreciate the fact you've taken the time to share this and explain how you got the results you did. #170

Laura Johnson October 08, 2001

Hi John.... I must thank you for taking the time to share the technical detail of the shot with us - I find it really helps. #1638

Susan L. Vasquez June 11, 2005

What an excellent example. A good lesson for people who are just beginning :) Looks great John! #1457463

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