Old sawmill windows
Nov 20, 2013 16:46:08 #
This old sawmill has a strange siding on it. It almost looks like sandpaper. I also like these windows. This was shot as the sun was almost setting with my 50mm f/1.4. My questions is in terms of interest. Is there anything about this composition that is captivating. I like it; but I'm not sure it has enough impact to make it very interesting to others.
Nov 20, 2013 16:54:32 #
ebrunner wrote:
This old sawmill has a strange siding on it. It almost looks like sandpaper. I also like these windows. This was shot as the sun was almost setting with my 50mm f/1.4. My questions is in terms of interest. Is there anything about this composition that is captivating. I like it; but I'm not sure it has enough impact to make it very interesting to others.
I like the windows, and the reflection in the nearest one, but don't like the outdoor light or the dark shed in the back. I did a quick edit with cropping, and cloning out the light. Does this appeal to you?
Nov 20, 2013 17:22:53 #
For some reason, the shed is darker on the forum than when I was working the shot in lightroom. I agree with the light, though. I was toying with cloning it out, and now that I see it without the light, you are absolutely right. Thanks for your efforts and your insights.
Nov 20, 2013 18:06:22 #
Before I saw Heirloom's edit, I was wishing the shed wasn't there. Voila! This is an image I can imagine having lots of versions, and a location with lots of potential - different times of day, angles and such. Definitely not boring!
Nov 20, 2013 18:11:11 #
Thanks, Linda. I've taken several shots here. This seems to be the best one so far. I appreciate your input.
Nov 20, 2013 18:44:54 #
Yes it is captivating -- especially with the shed cropped out and viewed in download. Why? I cannot put it into words and maybe we shouldn't try.
Simply put, I like it.
Pierre
Simply put, I like it.
Pierre
Nov 20, 2013 19:08:58 #
Thanks, Pierre. I agree with the crop and the cloning of the lamp. That still leaves the question: What makes this interesting? That I can't answer; but I do know that every time I pass that building (which is often) I think about photographing it. I'll keep working on it. If I get anything else good, I'll be sure to post it.
Nov 20, 2013 19:56:15 #
Except for the title, I would never guess what this represents. Maybe you can find a vantage point that will allow you to tell the story
Nov 20, 2013 19:59:44 #
ebrunner wrote:
For some reason, the shed is darker on the forum than when I was working the shot in lightroom. I agree with the light, though. I was toying with cloning it out, and now that I see it without the light, you are absolutely right. Thanks for your efforts and your insights.
It looks more timeless without the modern light. Glad you like the idea of removing it. The shed looked uninteresting and darkly creepy to me, and it seems like you only need a bit of trees and sky, especially since some trees are reflected in the window. It's always nice to have an extra pair of eyes. :roll:
Nov 20, 2013 20:27:28 #
photoninja1 wrote:
Except for the title, I would never guess what this represents. Maybe you can find a vantage point that will allow you to tell the story
In the summer they have it opened up; but I think they do this only to air the place out. The machinery has long been removed.
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