gekarcz 0 Posted May 9, 2016 Great tonal qualities, composition, exposure, alignments and range of textures--not to mention an interesting subject! Very well done, Michael! I find the layer of birds, however, somewhat distracting--imposing a dissonance upon the soft sky. If this was your intent, you've executed it well, but I think their absence would: a) increase your image's minimalism, and b) help to direct focus on the bridge's strong leading lines (which effectively juxtapose the soft water and sky). I'd like to see a 'birdless' version of this image. Hope this is helpful... Best! --Gary Link to comment
bille 0 Posted May 9, 2016 Thanks very much for your critique and thoughts about whether to include the birds or not. I really appreciate it. The birds were in fact there just as you see them on the photo, but captured a few seconds after ending the long exposure and afterwards blended in in PhotoShop. I think my idea was to add life to the in some ways "lifeless" long exposure. Also a kind of juxtaposition. However, I perfectly see your point concerning distraction and weakening of minimalism and I will indeed look again on a version without the birds. Best regards, Michael Link to comment
gekarcz 0 Posted May 9, 2016 "...I will indeed look again on a version without the birds." Only if you feel it tells or faithfully expresses the inner story that you want to convey. You're the artist here; I'm just a passerby... :) BTW - Excellent blending of the two shots! Link to comment
michaellinder 16,613 Posted May 11, 2016 The long exposure worked perfectly for the purpose of dramatically slowing the movement of the could and water. I don't see the birds as interrupting the peaceful mood of the sky; to me, they add interest. Link to comment
bille 0 Posted May 13, 2016 Thanks very much Michael for your comment. Regards, Michael Link to comment
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