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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
9/11/2005 2:14:26 PM
That's an amazing shot - I think you've easily "outphotographed" me with this one. How did you manage to get so close without it fleeing?
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| Photo By: David Wade
(K:2123)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
6/15/2005 9:07:21 AM
Very gritty, effective shot Ollie. How exactly did you take it?
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| Photo By: Ollie Mackley
(K:1744)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
5/31/2005 7:59:15 AM
I always love to see images with a shallow depth of field as they make the main subject stand out so well, and this photo is no different. It would be nice to see some wider shots of this location to give an more comprehensive view of what it was like.
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| Photo By: Fabrizio Fiorucci
(K:4871)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
5/31/2005 7:55:11 AM
What a perfect day making for the perfect photograph! The vibrant greens and blues go so well together and really make this image come to life. The white frame helps the colours stand out even more, Well done!
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| Photo By: Miguel Andrade
(K:5463)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
5/31/2005 7:52:49 AM
The field in the foreground shows some fantastic vivid colours. Those brilliant white, fluffy clouds are also excellently depicted, they almost look artificial. One suggestion: you could probably get away with cropping the sky, perhaps even chopping of the uppermost cloud, without taking anything away from the image.
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| Photo By: Jim Christensen
(K:18843)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
5/31/2005 7:47:15 AM
The areas of highlight and shadow work really well here to create a dynamic and professional looking image. Well done!
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| Photo By: Prashant P Singh
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/12/2005 7:08:24 PM
In general, animals always look their most effective in photos when the photo is taken very close up, and this image proves that. This horse seems to have some almost human characteristics, especially that mane, it looks like he's got a wig on! The background looks slightly cluttered but of course this can't always be helped. A white blanket of snow or a field of luscious, green grass would be perfect backgrounds for a similar picture. Well done nevertheless.
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| Photo By: Teunis Haveman
(K:37426)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/12/2005 7:04:41 PM
Not long ago I saw a photo competition whose keyword was refreshing - I'm sure this photo would have been a perfect entry for that. The composition in this image is very interesting, much different from the typical perspective of an orange. Nice focusing and lovely vivid colour, excellent work. One criticism is that the black area in the bottom left is rather distracting, perhaps a slightly tighter crop would help?
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| Photo By: Salvatore Rossignolo
(K:13559)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/7/2005 5:56:05 PM
This is a lovely close up composition with bright vibrant colours.
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| Photo By: Merete Westerdahl
(K:11079)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/7/2005 11:40:14 AM
Great silhouttes. Perhaps slightly underexposed - I feel more could be made of the colours in the sky.
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| Photo By: Naomi vd Haagen
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/7/2005 11:36:47 AM
Quite beautiful, Lida. The perfect exposure that has resulted in crisp grey tones and brilliant whites really makes the image so effective. The model is very sharp and you have captured her enjoyment of the snowfall excellently. Have you used any Photoshop tools here?
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| Photo By: Lida Chaulet
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/7/2005 11:31:39 AM
Lovely macro shot Rafael. The snail is in perfect focus and is even more emphasised by the shallow depth of field. I like the way the diagonsl lines all lead to the top left corner, providing a dynamic element to the image.
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| Photo By: Rafael Ollero
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/6/2005 10:26:35 AM
Hi Neil, where exactly were you when you took this shot? It looks to be a great viewpoint and I quite fancy going there myself and honing my panning skills. Great shot by the way; the timing was spot on.
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| Photo By: Neil Niamh White
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 10:46:38 PM
I thinl the grainy retro look works really well here, as does the black and white effect.
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| Photo By: cameny
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 10:44:58 PM
I really like this image for its boldness. Everything about it seems so bold, crisp and clear - the colours, the shapes and the lines. The vibrant yellows and the luscious emerald greens are so inviting and a far cry from the damp, cold winter we are currently enduring. The tree here provides a well positioned focal point for the photo also.
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| Photo By: cameny
(K:5880)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 10:33:54 PM
You can tell these guys are great friends and Larry is right in saying it will be an image for them to look back on in years to come. It's a shame their faces weren't better lit, but when it comes to children a moment like this doesn't come along often or last very long so small technicalities don't matter so much.
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| Photo By: Osman Cem GENCTURK
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 10:30:27 PM
A fantastic image that really demonstrates the sheer power of nature. It looks like something from a film about the last ice age or something. I know it can be really difficult to get a good exposure of snow, often it ends up being more blue than white, so you've done really well to get this bright white snow.
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| Photo By: a a
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 5:28:30 PM
On seeing the thumbnail of this shot I couldn't help but investigate further. The sharpness of this close-up image is amazing. It must have been difficult to get such a well focused shot with a cat. The cat looks quite moody and this is emphasised by the monochrome effect you have used. The shallow depth of field helps to bring out the sharp areas. Well done!
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| Photo By: NeL ...
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 5:21:48 PM
Teunis, some lovely colours in the sky here, if only the sunsets where I live were so beautiful. The windmill is well positioned within the frame and makes for a great composition. Ideally I think the snow would be slightly more exposed so that it was a bright white, but I realise how difficult it would have been to expose for the sunset and the snow at the same time. Perhaps a Photoshop merge?
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| Photo By: Teunis Haveman
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 5:18:31 PM
Thanks for your comment on my passion flower Peter, I very much appreciate getting others' views on my work. I really like this shot, turning what could easily turn out a boring floral image into a stunning piece of almost graphic design. The narrow depth of field combines with the shimmering colours and good focusing to create a very eyecatching piece.
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| Photo By: Peter Daniel
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 5:15:09 PM
I think it's great when animals look just as if they are posing for the camera. This little guy looks as if he was desperate to have you take his photo! Aside from the marvellous composition, the clarity of this photo is also superb with the squirrel's face in good focus. Perhaps ever so slightly underexposed, but with such a great subject that doesn't matter! Well Done!
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| Photo By: Gaja Snover
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/5/2005 5:11:36 PM
This shot is quite breathtaking! To capture the exact moment at which the apple exploded must have been either pinpoint accuracy or sheer luck - I imagine it was the former, well done! The power and movement encapsulated in this shot are magnificent. I would be very interested to know how you set this shot up and what is actually hitting the apple.
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| Photo By: Pawel Stefaniak
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/2/2005 6:56:24 PM
Hi David,
My mum's guessing that it's a glass vase/bowl. Getting warmer?
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| Photo By: David Wade
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
3/1/2005 9:50:21 PM
In my opinion this is one of, if not the best of your photos so far. The crocus is very sharp and in focus and the colours are nice and vivid. The water droplets help catch the light and make the image more effective. Did you artificially add these with a spray? Also do you lay on the ground for these flower shots?
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| Photo By: David Wade
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/27/2005 8:48:24 PM
Well done for going out after today; I can barely walk at the moment! You are right these clouds are well lit and the effect created is really dramatic.
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| Photo By: David Wade
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/24/2005 5:35:21 PM
I admire you for using such simple techniques and equipment and producing such an eye-catching image. The muslin creates some great softness and warmth in the tones; different to the sharp focus and clarity usually associated with floral shots. I'm quite keen to try a similar thing myself now. Thanks Michal!
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| Photo By: Michal Wojciechowski
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/24/2005 5:30:20 PM
It's the depth of field that really makes this photo for me, bringing the restrictive fence right into focus while making the land beyond a rather mysterious blur. This feeling is also emphasised by the sombre black and white tones. A perfect title I think! Congratulations on a magnificent shot.
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| Photo By: jennifer armstrong
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/24/2005 5:25:01 PM
Hi Teunis, thanks for your comment on my photo. This is a lovely shot, quite serene.
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| Photo By: Teunis Haveman
(K:37426)
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/24/2005 5:22:02 PM
This is a really poignant photograph that clearly demonstrates the isolation and desolation that is so strongly associated with this place. I think the black & white is very effective at increasing this sense of loneliness. Well done!
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| Photo By: Paul Sewell
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Critique By:
Ian Hunter (K:1673)
2/24/2005 5:17:52 PM
Really striking image conveying the idea that this road goes on forever and ever. I especially like the definition of the clouds in the bright blue sky. One suggestion I have is to crop the bottom of the image slightly perhaps just below where the grass ends. I don't think all the tarmac below this adds very much to the picture. What do other people think?
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| Photo By: John Lambiase
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