Photo Critique Requested: I took a picture of a waterfall that I have taken many times yet this time I noticed that a large rock looked like a mountain lion and instead of showing the...

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

I took a picture of a waterfall that I have taken many times yet this time I noticed that a large rock looked like a mountain lion and instead of showing the waterfall, I cropped the picture to show the hidden animal.

Please tell me if you see what I see. Your full blown critique of the picture is requested. Don't be kind, tell me what you like, don't like, etc.

Thank you in advance.

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

That's exactly what the photo suggested to me, though somewhat abstract.
--Bob

Patsworld wrote:

I took a picture of a waterfall that I have taken many times yet this time I noticed that a large rock looked like a mountain lion and instead of showing the waterfall, I cropped the picture to show the hidden animal.

Please tell me if you see what I see. Your full blown critique of the picture is requested. Don't be kind, tell me what you like, don't like, etc.

Thank you in advance.

L-Fox

Patsworld wrote:

I took a picture of a waterfall that I have taken many times yet this time I noticed that a large rock looked like a mountain lion and instead of showing the waterfall, I cropped the picture to show the hidden animal.

Please tell me if you see what I see. Your full blown critique of the picture is requested. Don't be kind, tell me what you like, don't like, etc.

Thank you in advance.

Yep!

vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country

This is the kind of image that compels the viewer to study it. There's a lot to see without making it look cluttered. Warm colors advance, cool ones recede, and you've got a nice balance between the two, giving importance to your "mountain lion" and a bit less to the waterfall. I like the softer edges that help keep the the focus on the two main themes. In short, I like it.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

It took me awhile to see the animal; it's in profile facing to the right? I wasn't looking wide enough

I find the image to be highly engaging simply for the colors and textures and semi-abstract feel. IMO the white vignette works well, doesn't overpower the image and adds to the mood. Great creativity, Pat. Hope you'll post many more!

And, by coincidence, kenievans created a topic in PP Forum yesterday, on the same theme:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-584042-1.html

You can post there also, or just follow that topic for the fun of it. When posting to "share" threads, all you have to do is click reply (not quick reply) and there will be a place below the text box for adding your photo, same as when creating a new topic.

For future, if you wish people to examine your photo more closely as part of critique, you can click the "store original" box (to left of "add attachment" - click prior to adding the photo). That generates a download.

Very glad to have you on UHH!

SpyderJan Loc: New Smyrna Beach. FL

I love the subtle colors and the composition is very engaging. I see an elephant though. Great PP.

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Thank you. Yes, abstract was intended. Any suggestions to make it better?

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Initially I saw a bear. Thank you kindly.

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Thank you so much for your help. I am disabled so I don't get out much to take pictures but when I do, I definitely will share.

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Thank you for the critique. I appreciate you all.

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Is it to late to put it in the area you mentioned?

chasgroh Loc: Buena Park, CA

...my initial reaction was a *minor* distraction with the white vignette. Past that, all good. Would love to see it without (some of the detail may warrant that) or even a black gradient?

Patsworld Loc: Idaho

I will try it. Thank you.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Patsworld wrote:

Is it to late to put it in the area you mentioned?

Not at all. I plan to participate, but won't even be taking a photo 'til at least tomorrow

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Patsworld Loc: Idaho

Again, thank you. Please excuse my ignorance