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    Old Pier

          15
    I really like this. Did you try any with a narrower DOF. I'd love to see this image with the background more difficult to discern. To see that awesome footbridge blurring into a haze would be awesome in that light. C/

    Curious...

          3
    As a memory to family, this would be precious. As a portfolio entry it seems to lack something. Perhaps the light is too harsh - maybe we need to catch some of the little girl's face. This is always a challenge with littlies, did you catch any others?... C/

    Tuktuk Sunset

          10
    This is nice. Were you close enough for a flash? I feel with a bit of light on the boat and paddler, this would have been an even better shot. The colour is awesome!

    Reflection

          7
    This is stunning. I love the fact that you have reversed the balance of the composition to keep the reflection as the main focus of the image. This is really spectaculr and will great on your wall! Well done.

    Kaya

          4
    You've captured the wonderful expresson of a determined and proud big sister. Perhaps my only criticism is that you were so close that the foreground, including baby and hand are out of focus. A similar shot with a longer FOV may be slightly better. Either way, this is great shot.

    Untitled

          2
    I love what you've done with the colour in this shot. I think this could be better if she had glanced up. I feel the focus becomes the trim on her shirt, rather than the pretty lady. I'd love to see her eyes. With this colour work, you could play with her eyes too and bring out a more spectacular image. R/ Carl
  1. very nice. The foreground provides a different frame for the image too. I think it may have 'stolen' the focus of the image though. Have you got others with the foreground less dominant? Great time of day to go crazy with that camera! :)

    "Happy Bride"

          4
    I prefer the skin tones and contrast in this shot rather than the other version. This is probably the best of her shots (from your portfolio). Nicely done. I trust she was happy. R/ Carl

    Hege

          2
    This is nice. Is the light too strong though? When I look at this, I find the shadows on her face unflattering and her hands too stark. In fact, I think her hands may be the most disappointing aspect of an otherwise good shot. (my amateur opinion only). R/ Carl

    Good morning...

          17
    Hi Steve, I think the appeal of this shot is the sky - the water does very little for this image. As such, I reckon you should try the old 1/3 2/3 composition with the emphasis on the sky (just my opinion). I love the colour.

    April Portrait

          2
    I think this is pretty good. If you compare it to the outside shot submitted on the same day, I feel the outside is clearly better if only because April has added shape to the shot with a better head angle. This is a little square on both in shoulders and head angle. It makes it a little boring, despite being a nicely lit, pleasant shot. (just my opinion)

    Certain Doom

          12
    Nicole - this is my favouraie of your portfolio. Notwithstanding the great title, a clear close up of a fisherman's hands is a great idea. I can invent my own story with the wonderful detail, lighting and DOF that shows every cut, stain, wrinkle and blemmish in these outstanding fingers. Thanks for showing us. Carl

    Lise-1

          5
    This is a nice shot. You've made the best of natural light and achieved a really pleasing soft image. I like the composition too - close cropped face. Well done.

    Untitled

          2
    lovely photo with great effects. Fountain is a little distracting and spoils the end result I think. I'd like to learn your technique for the shade effect.

    Want One?

          2
    Phil, you've got a wonderful range of photos in your portfolio. This is no exception. You've been given some harsh rating for this precious shot. I love the natural light, although it may be just a touch too dark (did you use any dedicated lighting?) Perhaps a slightly more textured background could add to this lovely image. Cheers, Carl
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