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Thanks.

Interesting image that shows things that we'll never see here in the States. I wonder if there has ever been a car that tipped into the river by a careless driver. The image needs some lighting balance. Would have been better had one of those small boats actually moving in the middle of the river.

Oh yes, cars have tipped in. I once saw an articulated lorry upside-down in a canal.

I think you're right about the light balance, but as it is it is an unmodified photograph, and the contrast is kinda nice as well. If there was a boat in the middle I think we would have lost the reflection...

Thanks for the comments Thai, they're really appreciated!

I just looked at this image on a different computer screen, and the right-hand side is in complete darkness, whereas on the other one all the details can clearly be seen! I've learned a lesson from this at least - if an image needs light balancing, maybe your monitor does...

You meant the right-hand side complete darkness? I can make out all details on the left but only most on the right. Monitor calibration cost about $150 and up for moderate models.

Nice shot.

There's a lot more water in Berlin than most people suspect.

I agree about the monitor calibration. It's better if you do it. Mine cost $100. I think a lot of the variation in photo ratings comes from people seeing different contrast, brightness, and colors than the one who created the image.

Fabulous shot. I love the symmetry...with the focus on the statue at the end. Well done. :o)

Itook the shot into Photoshop CS, went to adjustment, highlight and shadows, and hit OK. The result seems fine - to me.

Hmm... not sure. Firstly, this is an unmanipulated image which shows the scene pretty much as I saw it (it was a very bright day with hard shadows). Also, I think your modified version doesn't have the same impact as the original - it looks more like a holiday snapshot to me. Certainly the reflection on the water is not so pronounced. Finally, the modified version doesn't really feel like my photo - it feels like I'm looking at someone else's efforts (which, of course, I am!)

I think on reflection (pardon the pun!) an image somewhere between mine and yours would be best.

Thanks for showing the modification - I'd be very interested to know how others feel about it...

I like the converging angle that provides a leading line to the tower. The right side light is fine, the left side is dark yet details still can be seen. I even saw the reflected image of the river on the one of the car's window.

I like this one a lot. I wouldn't change the lighting or contrast other than possibly to darken or "deepen" the sky a little. I'd say a very good capture without PS manipulation.

Dale,

I love this picture the light and colors are perfect. Great job. Regards, Patsy

This is a great image...wonderful detail, reflections.....perspective...excellent....I must spend some more time soon checking out your entire Portfolio....very nice work!! Gail

Hi, this is your best photo so far in your port. (If you turn it left one-eighth of a degree it'd be perfect.) best regards, g.

p.s.: also, the window in the upper right hand corner is nice.