Actually Twr Bach (a Welsh name) isn't a windmill - it's generally described as a lighthouse but never had a light and was actually a marker beacon for shipping. It was eventually superseded by a proper lighthouse.
I photographed it earlier this year and, looking through my pictures, decided it was more like a windmill in shape - and is actually very similar to one on the Isle of Wight.
So I set about turning it into the windmill I imagined using mostly other shots from my own archive - but the sails are not mine as I simply haven't photographed any. They are from the IOW windmill I found online.
Below the composite is the shot I intended and took for the silhouetted figures, and which formed my starting point.
Your critique is always welcome and appreciated.

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It’s not a shot that endears itself to me Bob - that burnt-out sun hurts my brain. I could however think-up a tale to go with the picture if only all the vehicles were pointing in the same direction, preferably toward to the sun. Then it’s mankind trying to get as close as possible to the last dregs of the dying energy source - the simplest Armageddon looms.
As always, it will be interesting to hear what you had in mind when taking it.

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Very nicely done, a really good job. The snake appears to be ready for a meal - he’s rather ‘flat’! The sunset picture is quite stunning - nice masking as well, and the touch of colour to the road is perfect.

A lovely set indeed James. Think they may be spelling one of the guys name - ARTHUR.

A lovely set indeed James. Think they may be spelling one of the guys name - ARTHUR.

Your trademark processing particularly suits 1 and 2 I think RG, both of which are very attractive. Living in a coastal area, I can never have too much sand sea and rock. Do you print your favourite images?

I reckon the points raised are fair enough Erich, it was a hurried job - just couldn’t resist plonking-in our old friend from previous posts. The path was calling for him!
Anyway, glad you like. It was a glorious day.

Oh dear, better put this one down as a fail then!

I tried to judge his height from other people I’d removed and the height of the posts - looking at it now I agree he could be reduced a tad. Many thanks for contributing, it all helps to keep me on my toes.

Yes, it was a rather hurried job Bob. Thanks for your comments, they are appreciated.

Look who found at Portland! (UK).
I'm interested to see how this loads on UHH - I've had some issues using Lightroom-edited pics when they're sent to Photoshop and back - will it appear as I see it on my screen? Soon find out!
Your comments and critique appreciated - I don't expect everyone to like the effect but it does remind me of an old postcard.

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I ordered it then cancelled as soon as I read a review pointing out it’s shortcomings - areas of poor picture quality where it stitches the shot together, poor low light performance, no sd card facility and the size of a brick. Should have found the review first! Don’t get me wrong, I still think it’s a really interesting camera and will probably buy one when I feel development is further advanced - and if they add a sd card. Incidentally, the reviewer praised the Returns policy - he was reimbursed in full three months down the road. He did suggest it may never get fully developed until it’s bought out by a major mobile manufacture, who will combine its technology with a phone!

Great pun Dave, trust it was intentional!?

Linda is on your case and has given some good advice. The first shot is very pleasing - depth of field is shallow but you’ve focused in the right area and the surrounding softness gives the feel of her coat rather nicely. Not much to say about the second shot - Linda has mentioned the shortcomings and it’s a matter of trying again. I do understand the problems of taking domestic animal shots - I’ve got hundreds of unsatisfactory images of our dogs!