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Jan 2, 2013 14:22:17 #
This is the uncropped image of a sunset taken from the Target Rock National Wildlife Preserve in Huntington, NY. The photo violates a compositional guideline due to the horizon being in the center of the frame, thus splitting the picture into two.
I would like to see how others on the forum would crop this photograph, feel free to actually perform the crop if you wish. Any other C&C is welcomed. Thanks. 8-)
I would like to see how others on the forum would crop this photograph, feel free to actually perform the crop if you wish. Any other C&C is welcomed. Thanks. 8-)
ISO 100, 85mm, f/22, 1.30 sec. (tripod)
Jan 2, 2013 14:37:18 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
I would have cropped in about 1/3 of the way from the bottom where that shore /water line turns... That section to me adds nothing to the story of the picture...
Jan 2, 2013 14:50:17 #
I am not convinced that I would want to crop.
As you said about where the horizon should be is just a guideline. That said, I would consider the upper shore line to be the horizon, not the top of the trees. If you accept my interpretation, you are right on. Even if you don't, I think the proportions are just fine for this image.
To my eye, it is a well balanced land(?)scape.
As you said about where the horizon should be is just a guideline. That said, I would consider the upper shore line to be the horizon, not the top of the trees. If you accept my interpretation, you are right on. Even if you don't, I think the proportions are just fine for this image.
To my eye, it is a well balanced land(?)scape.
Jan 2, 2013 14:55:42 #
Jan 2, 2013 15:11:32 #
Jan 2, 2013 15:17:21 #
I kinda agree with Don....I tried to get the foreground beach as dark as I could...kinda match the back shore line. Also...found some dust...either on the lens or sensor. You can see them just above the tree line...center of photo and move to the right...like 3 dots.
Jan 2, 2013 15:25:10 #
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Jan 2, 2013 15:56:08 #
donrent wrote:
I would have cropped in about 1/3 of the way from the bottom where that shore /water line turns... That section to me adds nothing to the story of the picture...
Thanks for opining Don. The only real story of the photo was that it was freakin' cold there. :-D
Jan 2, 2013 15:57:41 #
Bret's version is what I would have suggested, BMac.
Congratulations on a grand shot though! LOVELY
Congratulations on a grand shot though! LOVELY
Jan 2, 2013 16:02:00 #
lightchime wrote:
I am not convinced that I would want to crop.
As you said about where the horizon should be is just a guideline. That said, I would consider the upper shore line to be the horizon, not the top of the trees. If you accept my interpretation, you are right on. Even if you don't, I think the proportions are just fine for this image.
To my eye, it is a well balanced land(?)scape.
As you said about where the horizon should be is just a guideline. That said, I would consider the upper shore line to be the horizon, not the top of the trees. If you accept my interpretation, you are right on. Even if you don't, I think the proportions are just fine for this image.
To my eye, it is a well balanced land(?)scape.
Thank you Lightchime for your detailed comment, so far I am not convinced to crop either. 8-)
Jan 2, 2013 16:03:12 #
ecobin wrote:
I agree with Lightchime.
Thanks for taking a look and commenting Ecobin. 8-)
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Jan 2, 2013 16:09:46 #
I would leave it alone. It works. the foreground provides a nice curve that leads the eye to the horizon. Yes it violates a rule of composition, BUT IT WORKS. Remember the rules are like the pirate code from pirates of the Caribbean, not so much rules as a guidebook. You should know the rules cause 95% of the time your composition is stronger by obeying them, but every photo rule is made to be broken. Your shot is lovely, peaceful and calming. print her large and hang he up! :thumbup: :thumbup: 8-) :(
by the way your photo obeys another photo rule of composition by employing a s curve which eleminates any negatives by the horizon being in the middle.
by the way your photo obeys another photo rule of composition by employing a s curve which eleminates any negatives by the horizon being in the middle.
Jan 2, 2013 16:12:03 #
Mac wrote:
It's a beautiful picture just as it is.
Thanks Mac, I appreciate you taking a look. 8-)
Jan 2, 2013 17:00:31 #
I think you picked at great time to break one of the rules. I wouldn't do a thing to it. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Jan 2, 2013 17:09:47 #
I was thinking Bret's crop.
After looking at both, the original gives more space to wonder into the scene....
Hopefully, well stated from the great State of Texas!!
Pat
After looking at both, the original gives more space to wonder into the scene....
Hopefully, well stated from the great State of Texas!!
Pat
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