yankfan

Stunning photo. The colors are outstanding and the composition is nice, indeed. You've got plenty of area for the geese to fly into, and the haze in the distance adds depth.

John

Wonderful DOF. On what appears to be an overcast day, you managed to bring out the colors on the wall. Nice composition. Aesthetically pleasing, and a unique view.

John

 

Another great one.

I like the use of b&w here but if you don't mind my saying, it seems a little contrasty and too centered. I think it might have more impact if the boat were cropped more to the right side of the picture. Sort of leave the viewer wondering where that rope leads to. JMHO. :)Your angle of view is excellent. Aesthetically those are my only quibbles. Originality is such a subjective thing, and I really don't think that should enter into the equation. Again--JMHO.

John

Now this is much better than the one I just commented on. I like the DOF here, and I like these kinds of shots. Although this could have been topped off by having the ball in good focus, this is a great attempt. Bravo. The aesthetics are much better than in THE PITCH.

John

Love the firey reds and oranges here. This shot seems well composed and the sun stands out well without being blown out. While taking a sunset picture is very hard to accomplish well, you've achieved success here. As far as aesthetics, everything is visually appealing. As far as originality goes, that's hard to judge because so many are taken. I like this picture though.

John

Your portfolio as a whole is excellent. I am choosing this photo in particular, as the colors are exceptional. Aesthetically, the path does a great job of leading the viewer into the horizon. The clouds add a sense of an impending storm, and I get the feeling that it's going to be a big one. Your post processing adds that 'painted' touch. Nicely done.

John

The colors here are fantastic. I like this very much. It's a great addition to a very good portfolio. Aesthetically pleasing to the eye, and your originality is great.

Thanks for leaving comments about my picture.

John

This is a great shot. Perhaps a smidge dark, but still, you captured the excitement and power nicely. Well done.

John

Always love to see the warbirds. About the only thing I would consider being worth any 'negative' comment is I wonder if you could've used a lower shutter speed to show the prop revolving. Of course, I wasn't there, so I don't know under what conditions you were shooting. Good capture nonetheless. I hope you'll check out some of the warbirds on my portfolio.

John

I viewed your portfolio, but selected this one for comment. I like the humor you present with this particular picture. Great DOF and color.

Hope you get a chance to view my portfolio in return and perhaps offer up a few pointers.

John

I like your concept here. I was going to tell you that I thought it was a little dark, but I see you addressed that in a response to another viewer. Well done. Hope you get the chance to view my portfolio.

John

If ever there was an image to convey man vs. elements and the vastness of the world, this is it. Bravo.

John

Stunning! You have a marvelous portfolio Guy, but I'm attracted to this one in particular. Great composition. The shaft of light leads me from the bottom of the frame right up to the clouds. An excellent visual experience.

John

lovely pano.I like your framing of the water pools with the trees.

John

Thought I was viewing a Remington there for a minute. Lovely job with the image software.

Hope you'll take a minute to visit my portfolio

John

Excellent as usual.

To tell you the truth, and this is my own personal pov, I'm not crazy about this one. It seems awfully busy, and a little disjointed. To each his own, though. I like the rest of your portfolio though. I thought I'd explain why I didn't rate it high. John

On the whole, your portfolio is wonderful. I selected this picture to critique because it has excellent composition. The colors are vibrant without being excessive. The reflection matches the title. Great shot.

John

p.s. Your bio pic is a hoot.

Just looking at this picture, and not having seen your gallery yet, I will try to convey how I feel about it.

Positives--vivid colors. Good exposure and composition.

Negatives--maybe the colors are TOO vivid, but not being a citizen of Oia, I have no frame of reference. It also may be the way the light strikes the buildings at that time of day.I also agree about the shadow cutting across the bottom of the picture. Hope this helps.

John

About the only thing missing is a blue sky. Old Glory looks so much better against a blue sky. Great capture nonetheless. I like it.

John

I really enjoy your boldness with colors and your PS technique. Keep up the good work. Maybe I'll learn something. :-)

John

Gorgeous, simply gorgeous. The effect is stunning. Nice PS'ing here. Hope this is hanging on your wall.

John

Mine are SNJ's. Someone else got me straight as well. I need to get back to my ID books. :-)

Great portfolio Martin. I'm adding you to my list.

John

Feels like a 1910 photo. I like the use of the contrast.

John