• 11-06-2012, 11:05 PM
    GB1
    The Great American Southwest
  • 11-07-2012, 11:00 PM
    starriderrick
    Re: The Great American Southwest
    Well, iconic that's for sure... Great light fills this excellent comp with a special " atmosphere" Quite good actually, I can't find a thing to critique. Well done all-around.

    Rick
  • 11-08-2012, 01:59 AM
    hminx
    Re: The Great American Southwest
    The sculpture's great, I was wondering if a little more contrast in the background may enhance the wonderful harshness of this country. The hills look a little hazy as is.
  • 11-08-2012, 07:10 AM
    draymorton
    Re: The Great American Southwest
    Very good.

    For a variation, how about adding a little sepia toning? Or would that be corny?
  • 11-08-2012, 07:52 AM
    armando_m
    Re: The Great American Southwest
    Nicely done!

    I agree with Pete a bit more contrast in the background would be nice
  • 11-08-2012, 08:44 PM
    GB1
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    Re: The Great American Southwest
    Thanks fellows.

    Straightforward shot, nothing too unusual, just needed to nail the composition, as I wasn't going to wait around for the light to change.

    Here's a black and white version that I think better shows the background textures. Also Dray, here's somewhat of a sepia version. I'm not sure it hits the mark, but certainly no harm in trying.

    I will post more on these metal sculptures in the Viewfinder soon. The artist was commissioned by Mr. Avery, the owner of Avery Labels (you get them in a Staples store). He just passed away, incidentally ..

    G