A sailor in the orient.

Constructive critiques from those who share their photos on photonet

are appreciated.

why

What about those who doesn't share anything except ideas/comments. You think they are not capable to have a valid point at all?

 

Nice portrait, good lignting. As a nitpick, maybe a little bit too centered. Nevertheless, very pleasant one.

Don, I understand and sympathize with your request for posting photogs to comment. I do not generally comment on portraits because I have no experience in that genre. The closest associations I have would be from my Dad, who was a portrait artist. I think this one is very good. The vertical placement, with the space above your subject, helps to reinforce the diminutive size of the young boy. The Oriental fan background provides a nice movement without being a distraction. I am not sure that I would agree with Vlad about the subject being too centered. You would like him to appear as those he is peeking out; placing him off-center might upset the balance of that impression. Great lighting and color. I wish PhaseOne would make a back for my Pentax67 (one that I could afford, that is). Regards.

First of all I understand that not all photographers on photonet can upload pictures. (Although that's becoming a rarity as time passes). However, I'm here to learn from others and I'm interested in the comments from those whose work indicates a mastering of the photographic craft. I can understand low ratings from a master and I can understand low ratings or comments from those whose photographic styles or interests are obviously different than mine.

However, what can I learn from a person who hasn't shared any work that for me provides credibility or bonifides to critique other's work? On the practical side I ignore the low ratings figuring that it balances some of the over generous ratings I think we sometimes receive. Anyway that's my rationale for wanting to see other's photographs, and I simply love to view other's work. I don't believe I'm being elitist, only trying to maximize what I learn.