Violation of the rule of thirds...but
Jan 27, 2012 14:52:40 #
You know what they say...."Rules were made to be broken"...great shot ,don't change anything
Jan 27, 2012 14:57:05 #
docrob wrote:
come on people - this is bland and boring. I don't like to be rude either but if we keep saying WOW AWESOME GREAT SHOT DON'T CHANGE A THING - then no one will ever learn.
Joyfullee wrote:
I think it's a very good shot! Would have preferred to see the whole tree, but other than that, you have a fine piece of work there! :thumbup:
come on people - this is bland and boring. I don't like to be rude either but if we keep saying WOW AWESOME GREAT SHOT DON'T CHANGE A THING - then no one will ever learn.
I get where your head is at, and I can see your point of view. I do like the colors and composition though. It's not awesome, but I don't think it's completely boring either. I think its an intersting/nice mix. Not Frameworthy, but pretty decent.
Jan 27, 2012 15:00:46 #
Nat, I see three main sections of this picture as has already been pointed out. You have to compose the shot with what is seen, at times thirds may not happen, but that alone does not mean it is a bad picture.
I also note that a similar picture of another river just set the record for the most expensive picture. There are at least two threads on UHH about that picture.
I also note that a similar picture of another river just set the record for the most expensive picture. There are at least two threads on UHH about that picture.
Jan 27, 2012 15:48:11 #
nat wrote:
I know I broke all the rules, but this big soggy wet cloud hanging over the water was too good to miss. This is looking from our island toward Cape Cod 4-5 miles away. Critiques welcome.
There's nothing wrong with the composition, but it could definitely use a levels adjustment. The color is washed out.
Jan 27, 2012 15:50:46 #
If I worried about the rules I wouldn't have anything to share! I don't know who wrote the rules anyway!
Jan 28, 2012 06:03:31 #
docrob wrote:
come on people - this is bland and boring. I don't like to be rude either but if we keep saying WOW AWESOME GREAT SHOT DON'T CHANGE A THING - then no one will ever learn.
Joyfullee wrote:
I think it's a very good shot! Would have preferred to see the whole tree, but other than that, you have a fine piece of work there! :thumbup:
come on people - this is bland and boring. I don't like to be rude either but if we keep saying WOW AWESOME GREAT SHOT DON'T CHANGE A THING - then no one will ever learn.
And yet this bland, boring picture sold for $4.3 million:
http://www.bornrich.com/entry/worlds-expensive-photograph-worth-43-million/
Jan 28, 2012 06:11:43 #
Not an "AHA" moment but again remember beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Keep on shooting and try different angles of the same subject ...then compare.
Jan 28, 2012 06:17:17 #
Welcome to UHH. Great shots.
Just remember unless a picture is for profit, If you like it and it makes you happy it is a great photo. I have many photos that break all the rules but to show what I wanted they are good.
Just remember unless a picture is for profit, If you like it and it makes you happy it is a great photo. I have many photos that break all the rules but to show what I wanted they are good.
Jan 28, 2012 07:46:02 #
daplight
Loc: Kansas
I've always liked the quote (don't know who to attribute it to though) "Know the rules, so you can break them." Great photos can often be viewed as the ones nobody else has shot.
Jan 28, 2012 07:49:38 #
Jan 28, 2012 08:17:15 #
nat wrote:
I know I broke all the rules, but this big soggy wet cloud hanging over the water was too good to miss. This is looking from our island toward Cape Cod 4-5 miles away. Critiques welcome.
Ever hear that old saying, "rules are made to be broken"? That includes the rule of thirds.
Photography is an art form and sometimes rigidly following the rules will destroy the art.
Jan 28, 2012 09:00:34 #
The trees kind of reminds me of two lovers gazing across the water...anyway...may I ask what is the "rule of thirds?"
Jan 28, 2012 09:29:31 #
I think its perfect! Its just as it was and you were lucky enough to see it. Rules? Some times you have to step out of the box and see what YOU see!
Jan 28, 2012 09:44:07 #
Cloudwalker
Loc: New Bedford, MA
nat wrote:
I know I broke all the rules, but this big soggy wet cloud hanging over the water was too good to miss. This is looking from our island toward Cape Cod 4-5 miles away. Critiques welcome.
Nat, unless it's a technical issue (focus, grain, over or underexposure, etc.) don't sweat the critiques or paint yourself into a corner with "rules." As a nature photographer, I use my viewfinder like a periscope - up, down, side-to-side. I throw the subject matter all over the place and when I see something that really pops, a composition that (in my mind) separates itself from all the others, I nail it. If you're not shooting specifically for someone else (a commission), then cater to your own vision. The only thing I would suggest is that, on the road to establishing that vision, experiment tirelessly with composition, style and subject matter - investigating every option will ensure you find what truly moves you as a photographer. Good luck my fellow Massachusetts shooter!
Jan 28, 2012 09:50:08 #
Take more than 1 shot...different angles and experiment with settings.....no mistakes, learning experinces!!!! keep shooting!!!
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