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Sorry, just noticed that "fisher" was just your Photo Critique title. I think "the boat" is a fine title for this. Good shot.

I think the composition is fine as is. I'd like a little more detail in the fisherman-- without the title, I wouldn't know what he was doing. Maybe if you left it untitled, we wouldn't really care what he was doing-- just a very small person in a very small boat on a very large sea. Nice image.

I like it as is. How did you hold the detail in the highlights? Good job recording a high contrast scene.

Although I think this photo is supposed to make a social comment, I'm not sure what that comment is. We know these people exist and, if that's the message, then I agree, this is trite. Usually, to me, effective photos of this sort remind us that these individuals are human, too. They share many of our concerns and problems (often amplified) and are not just objects to be overlooked. And that's where this photo fails, in my opinion. By not showing us his face, he remains an object, not a person. He could just as well be a scarecrow or a clothing store mannequin. His face would make him human. Someone posted a link to a photo above that showed faces with emotion and that made all the difference. There has been a lot of speculation as to whether this guy is legit or or a con artist. We might have more insight into this question if we saw his face.

 

I am not good at this kind of photography but I greatly appreciate those who are good at social commentary, or "ethically evaluative", photography. One thing I try to keep in mind is "why am I taking this photograph?" Do I really care what happens to this man? Do I care enough to sit down and talk to him? If the answer is "no", then my motivation for taking the photograph probably has little to do with true concern for the person.

Good shot. I would try it with some of the empty grass at the bottom cropped off but, still, well done!

I like the composition and the low angle of the shot. The truck looks like it has a face. Good work.

Beautiful colors, lighting, and subject arrangement. Good choices.

This is my favorite shot in your portfolio. Nice composition and subject choice.

I agree, I think this is a gorgeous shot. It has kind of a high key look, like maybe the transparency was slightly overexposed. Have you tried darkening it a little to see how it looks? It looks great as is, though.

I think the lighting really makes this shot. The Velvia green is almost too much-- almost! Nice job.

Wonderful use of compressed perspective. Well-composed and sharp. Nice folder.

Beautiful composition, colors, everything. Thanks.

I, too, like this shot. I think the composition is maybe a little static (central horizon and the fisherman does seem a tad stiff), but overall an intriguing shot. I have no problem with the washed out background-- I'm from the "expose properly for the subject and let the other values fall where they may" school (I have no idea who I'm quoting). Burning in unnecessary backgrounds can distract from the main subject. Good job.

I think this is a fantastic shot. The colors, composition, the facial expressions. Good job! You know, if the only good photographs are ones of subjects that have never been photographed before, we might as well all put down our cameras right now. Thanks.

I really like this shot although I do find the tent stakes and guy ropes distracting. It is still effective. It is reminiscent (perhaps obviously so) of W. Eugene Smith's "The Walk to Paradise Garden". Good use of the long lens.

I have to agree with the above. Good job picking a scene many would overlook and then recording it in a way that sends a message (already verbalized by Tim).

Great detail shot. Composed as it is, it looks like a stack of petals rather than petals still on the flower. Good work.

I have to admit, it does look better without the grass. Still, the original was a nice shot.

Atmospheric and beautiful.

You have talent photographing butterflies-- obviously an interest you've cultivated. This one, however, is below your standard. I'd re-try with a faster shutter speed-- or a slower butterfly! Otherwise, keep up the good work.

The selective focus on the stuffed animal works! An entirely different photograph than if you had included boy AND animal or just boy in plane of focus. Nice vision. Thanks.

Beautiful use of available light with excellent composition. Congrats!

You pulled it off despite what should be drab overhead light. I might have aimed the camera just a little to the left for more canoe and tree in the foreground and less featureless grass. Still, congratulations on a nice shot!

Wonderful light with effective composition. Astia was a good choice for these subtle colors.

High marks for aesthetics and originality. Great composition and colors. Unique vision. Thanks.