Low Bridge

So, do we pull details out of highlights because we can, or because the image needs it? I feel like the extra detail detracts from the primary subject and lessens the story about it being bright and glaring outside of the bridge, but dark under the bridge.

I offer that is for you to decide. I'm just a kibitzer here.:rolleyes:

A thought just occurred to me as I was reviewing previous posts in this thread. For me, I want at least one component of the image to have an EV that feels like what I would experience if I were in the position of the photographer. The original image does not have a "major" piece that fits this. Now, if I were sitting next to you in the water taxi, my eyes would likely by attuned to some component of the image. We have the freedom and flexibility in photography to make a conscious decision as to where that occurs, if we so choose, and it need not be the same as our focus point. What I'm trying to explain is the background rationale for suggestions I've been making. What I'm NOT trying to do is tell you how you should make or share your images.

A thought just occurred to me as I was reviewing previous posts in this thread. For me, I want at least one component of the image to have an EV that feels like what I would experience if I were in the position of the photographer. The original image does not have a "major" piece that fits this. Now, if I were sitting next to you in the water taxi, my eyes would likely by attuned to some component of the image. We have the freedom and flexibility in photography to make a conscious decision as to where that occurs, if we so choose, and it need not be the same as our focus point. What I'm trying to explain is the background rationale for suggestions I've been making. What I'm NOT trying to do is tell you how you should make or share your images.

 

I understand. Thanks for trying to clarify your view.

Ludmilla, thank you for your interesting interpretation.