Arenal Hot Springs

The picture is out of focus, but still very beautiful.

Lush gardens, taken handheld 1/60 - Costa Rica, Arenal Volcano, tried

for DOF, and framing, need comments to help improve. Thanks

The only way for the DOF to have worked would to be at a small aperture and slow shutter speed. It's a shame you did not have a tripod. This is a great shot except for the DOF.

 

It looks out of focus but it's very pretty. Might have hung this one on the wall it it was focused properly as I like the tropical look.

I'd be happy to hang it on the wall anyway. The composition is faultless and even if the focus is slightly "soft" it complements the feeling of a steamy jungle.

I love the colors and the composition. A little work with PhotoShop levels to improve contrast and color saturation a bit could really make this come to life.

Here is an attempt to improve contrast and color a bit. I'm sure you can do better from the original.

Thanks for the help Scott. Part of what we are seeing is steam rising from the creek.

This is just what I needed today, up here in chilly Minnesota. Lovely photograph.