about boats and dreams

I like this image a lot Diana. The composition is perfect. I don't know if you were going for a very dark or somber mood on this one, but the foreground seems too dark for me. Much of that great texture in the pier is difficult to see. By lightening it up a little below the horizon, I think it gives the image more impact. What do you think?

I think you're right. I really like the details in the wood. They are the focus in this picture. I think your suggestion is very appropriate. Thank you! Congrats!

Never being one to leave well enough alone, I wondered what the image would look like if everything except the pier and blue boat were in grayscale. They are pretty monotone already. Since your title includes something about dreams maybe it could be making a statement about seeing some things in color whereas others see black and white. What do I know about things like that, I am a microbiologist!

Here the connection is more between the two boats, not so much between the boat and pier. My idea is that dreams are achievable at different rates for different people (boat :) Someone is free to pursue his dream, another is tied to something. Maybe the difference is in the length of the rope? But your version is interesting too! Different people - different perceptions. Congrats!

Diana,  I think that you have an excellent image with lack of focus problems.  Scott's first suggestion works best for me.  Best to you.  Larry