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In this detail you have captured the inner myth of gliding away across the still water like "The Lady of Shallot". Well observed.

 

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I like the diagonal design but for me the problem is the detail on the left - I think we either have to see more of it (with some mood enhancing object on the table eg a beautiful water jug / flower in a vase) or none, leaving it effectively blank. Just my humble opinion, of course.

 

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It all works perfectly.

 

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I love this kind of old stone stairway, the steps worn by countless feet over centuries. You have captured the character and texture of the stonework, along with the interesting spiral curves.

2 years ago I stayed in a friend's ancient house in France, a commanderie, with a similar staircase (in oak) and I couldn't resist photographing it from numerous angles - eg this one.

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Very good design and composition, and difficult to achieve by "remote control". Nice soft texture but the jewelery is still sharp.

It must be most convenient to have such a model always available - I guess the problem is remembering to take a tripod for outdoor photos!

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Beautiful expressive portrait, wonderful light and colour.

 

This and many others show a great empathy with the reality of childhood.

 

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Dramatic fairytale / dream composition - wonderful natural shapes and "antique" - style colours. A great pictorial shot.

 

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Beautifully captured contrast between the artificial and natural lights and shapes converging to the perfection of the circle for both. Inspired shot.

 

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Even aside from the great dragon painting her make-up is beautiful (and so is she), and your composition is so nicely arranged in the frame. Congratulations to all 3 of you.

 

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Great shot in B&W as well though I prefer it in colour.

 

"I got the comment that it looked like it was made for some erotic men's magazine of the 70's." - you should not necessarily take that as a negative crit, some excellent art photographers were published in those mags.

 

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It's a strange effect seeing an outdoor scene by artificial light and your composition makes good use of this strangeness with the interesting complementary patterns of the branches and shadows, and the impenetrably dark space so close that could conceal anything / anybody.

 

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Very nicely done. The almost-desaturated colours seem to work but I wonder if true monochrome would be even better?

 

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An original and elegant shot - I like the gentle colours.

 

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There's a kind of majesty about old trees - I suppose the fact they've been there so long & imagining all the winters and summers they have lived through. I like the way you have captured this one almost merging with the new trees, showing the constant process of death / re-birth.

 

Jonathan

 

PS: it looks like you need to clean your lens / filter / sensor to avoid the smudge-effect near the top.

Wonderful organic shapes, textures and colours.

 

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A magical moment, perfect tranquility.

 

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Excellent pictorially and interesting dream-like scenario.

 

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The textures and muted colours are wonderful. She looks very natural but somehow not very relaxed in her emvironment (clasping her hands and slightly troubled expression).

I share you enthusiasm for this theme which I think is a universal aspiration to return to the Garden of Eden. You may be interested to see my "Eve" and "Nereid" series.

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Brilliant seductive pose and perfect lighting.

 

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Great theatre - "write your own story..."

 

Nicely composed and printed as well.

 

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Excellent image captured from real life. It's interesting how the almost random observations can often make the most effective pictures. Congratulations on seeing it.

 

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Amazing colours ans patterns. A feast for the eye.

 

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What a wonderful place - the trees and shadows seem to be cradling the house.

 

Well captured in difficult lighting conditions.

 

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There's something wonderfully calm about this scene - a perfect spot for meditation. I like the muted colours and tones of your image which enhance the feeling.

 

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Lovely scene and well captured.

 

Somehow I feel it is the perfect stage waiting for the characters to enter - it seems to need a human element to bring us into the picture.

 

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