A New Painted Lady
Oct 16, 2017 20:44:55 #
Thanks. My thoughts are that the balloon is tied to the color of the scarf yet muted because it is in the distance. In my final version I add a bit more red to the balloon.
allanj wrote:
Interesting picture, but I agree with Watcher's balloon comment. My first thought on seeing the image was that the balloon should be an attractive, inviting color.
Oct 16, 2017 20:45:14 #
One is not enough for this shot Oct 16, 2017 20:45:58 #
Thank you. It is ironically pretty much her story. I am glad it came out that way. :)
Tracy B. wrote:
I see it as She's looking back to say good bye to the past and movibg forward. I like it!
Oct 16, 2017 20:46:14 #
Oct 16, 2017 20:46:57 #
Well that is actually deliberate and part of the processing. But I can appreciate that it may not be loved by all.
Oct 16, 2017 20:48:21 #
THank you so much!! The writing on the top is sorta part of the series where I incorporate a collage feel to it. But your honesty and kind words are all appreciated!!
Toby wrote:
I am so tired of photos of dogs, cats and flowers. While those may be technically good they are snapshots. This photo invokes a feeling. It is art! You have done an excellent job of both capturing a mood which makes a great photo in it's self but your PP also adds value. Very well done. My only criticism is that the writing at the top. I know it is part of the message but it would be just as good without it. Keep posting.
Oct 16, 2017 20:48:30 #
Oct 16, 2017 20:48:39 #
Oct 16, 2017 20:50:45 #
Thanks! I hope it does as I really like to create photographic art that tells stories. But the elements of the photo such as composition,
lighting, time of day, setting and colors were all carefully orchestrated to tell the story. BUt I suppose the answer to that question lies with each individual. :)
lighting, time of day, setting and colors were all carefully orchestrated to tell the story. BUt I suppose the answer to that question lies with each individual. :)
ole sarg wrote:
Agree with watcher re baloon
I was onetime told that a caption enhances the picture but that a picture should stand on its own
Does this pic in your mind stand on its own without the story told
U decide
I was onetime told that a caption enhances the picture but that a picture should stand on its own
Does this pic in your mind stand on its own without the story told
U decide
Oct 16, 2017 20:52:09 #
Thank you for your kind words in your first post!! I always appreciate it! And I agree..the balloon (in my opinion) needs to be tied to the scarf but muted as it is in the distance. However, I did add a little bit more of a red tone to it in my final version.
jaymatt wrote:
I disagree--the balloon represents a faded, disappearing, troubled past. Nothing bright would work for the rest of the photo.
Oct 16, 2017 22:07:26 #
Here is my final version (at least my final one today! lol). The balloon is now definitely red but still muted.
alissaspieces wrote:
Thank you for your kind words in your first post!! I always appreciate it! And I agree..the balloon (in my opinion) needs to be tied to the scarf but muted as it is in the distance. However, I did add a little bit more of a red tone to it in my final version.
Oct 17, 2017 12:34:17 #
I think the brown balloon is okay. A pretty pastel balloon might not be something you let go of. Brown is not a cheery color, perhaps representing a union that was no longer a cheery situation.
Oct 17, 2017 20:45:43 #
I dunno'. I kind of agree with Sienna. The red to me, changes the composition as though she may want it back even though it is gone. Very thought provoking. Interesting.
Oct 18, 2017 01:02:37 #
Oct 18, 2017 16:32:20 #
Tikva
Loc: Waukesha, WI
Very nice photo. It goes so well with the story. When I got divorced, I remember doing a lot of 'looking back'.
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