Garnet & Gold

I like this very much, Erin. The silhouette of the statue is presented in a compact angle to allow for an unusual vertical frame, and it is perfectly set off by the "radial movement" of clouds and sky. The amber range of tones exhibit just the right contrast and mood in keeping with the statue's pose. Even the statue's base is an interesting visual element. Overall, a very well done image!

Thanks Gary for your nice remarks. I'm really pleased with myself on this one.

Like/Dislike? School colors are garnet & gold. This is a statue

located at Florida State University stadium.

Your folder is a celebration of your keen eye to see this world and daily life.Love your reamrks on photos, I wanted to see where it is coming from.I am honored to see your photos!This is a great shot and the work you have done shows your vision.

Well done. This is my favorite in your portfolio. Did you color the background? It doesn't really matter, just curious.

Yes sky has been altered in PS. You can read my technicals on how this was achieved. Thanks for writing.

Your comments are very much appreciated. Thanks for stopping by. Big Smiles here!

I agree - this is one of your best photos. The manipulation is so subtle that it could've appeared that way.

Fantastic shot! Great backlighting. FSU fan? I'm still hurting from when they beat Nebraska in '93:(....;)

FSU Alumni here, so I'm definitely partial ;)

Erin,

I like this much better than the original. The fiery sky background is fitting with the action of the silouhette. And if these are also the schools colors, BONUS!!

Chad

Thanks Chad... WAY BONUS on the school colors! ;) Purely intentional.

Great photo Erin! One of my favorites!!!

Thanks again Anne. I've sold quite a number of these to local Nole fans. ;)

hmm it feels good to look at it. good timing.. u r patient person..

 

Not patient at all. I live about ten minutes from the football stadium... so I knew a good time of day to go... got out of the car snapped a few shots and back in and drove away in a matter of 15 minutes. Like I said before... use the sun to your advantage. I find natural light is the best light. In this particular image... the sun is positioned right behind the statue... late in the afternoon. And I'm standing in his shadow. Of course this image has been color adjusted in PS. And the background was naturally blue... I have the original uploaded in my portfolio. Anyways... I've also noticed taking pictures of subject with direct sun on them... I try to find a shadow I can stand in so that the sun is not glaring into my view finder. Just a couple of suggestions that I've learned through trial and error.

You got a very dramatic result. Good work in PS.

 

Regards

 

Thanks Christian for your comments on my work. I appreciate it.

This is a very nice shot, great silouhette and your PS work is top notch ! Seems like there is fire around or something like it ! Anyway i love it !

Wonderful shot, nice composition and color!