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I love the concept and the execution. There is a good depth in your composition and I like the tones, other than in the alley where it's quite blown out.
I think its a pretty great shot, Great balance of blacks. My only thing that ruins the illusion is the exit logo on the door. Mabye some photoshop work to get rid of that part.
The reflection of , not just yourself (the performer/actor) and your long black coat, but of the other buildings is very strong here. The tones antd trexture of the brickwork is so clear. On my screen the pathway and especially it's reflection provides the contrast and just about avoids being blown out too much. A crop perhaps just below the small dustbin?
A simple shot has become something else in your hands Tuna. As usual, great.
Tom
I have a total lack of respect for anything connected with society, except that which makes the roads safer, the beer stronger, the food cheaper, and the old men and old women warmer in the winter and happier in the summer. Brendan Behan
Once again, a very nice image . i like the reflection of your self taking the shot, but mostly i like the pleasing aesthetics of the tones and the elements , such as the garbage cans and even the detail in the door mat. Good stuff
Another terrific photo, excellent composition, tonal qualities, and textures.
The more I look at this the more I think your holding an anti-tank bazooka about to take revenge! LOL It must be to do with the coat, glasses and stance.
Roger
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Another terrific photo, excellent composition, tonal qualities, and textures.
The more I look at this the more I think your holding an anti-tank bazooka about to take revenge! LOL It must be to do with the coat, glasses and stance.
Roger
Lol, You are so right. That's a neat interpretation!
“A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed, and is, thereby, a true manifestation of what one feels about life in its entirety...” - Ansel Adams
Thank you for all your wonderful comments and critique.
Taking into account some of the critique: here is a version where I've slightly toned down the highlights - though, those highlights in the sidewalk did provide good contrast to the bins, brick and man in the reflection - hopefully I didn't ruin that...tried to regain some of it with added contrast in the reflected areas.
I considered the crop at the bottom but the balance didn't feel quite right...
I prefer your toned down version best. It still has great pop and yet the sidewalk is now a very light gray, as i would expect it to be. Nothing lost, only gained.
Tuna, Although I felt that your original already was a strong piece, I must say that I much prefer your toned down version. The sidewalk truly was too "hot" (nearly totally blown out) on my calibrated monitor. The issue is fully solved in this new version.
Thank you for all your wonderful comments and critique.
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Tuna,
I like the 2nd version better. I think it's a fun idea to do these. My only nit-pick is that the "subject" is a little too close to the door frame. Just a little space on the right may help. But, that is just a nit. It's a great shot.
BTW, you did get a model release... right?
Cheers,
Tim
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