Fantastic work. Sharp, well focused and I personally love it, even if you don't really care what others think. Acoarst, some improvement could be made if your removed the white fringe from around the fence.

But that's just my unsolicited opinion, which I think I'm allowed to give since we're not in the precious gallery, where people that take pictures for themselves only, could care less what others think, and have no interest in improving either because they're old, or already know everything. (Not too sure why people would bother posting their photo's on a public forum if they're not interested in others opinions?)

I'd like to blow a special raspberry to all those that don't wish to improve, regardless of endeavor.

BTW, you posted your phone pic in the wrong space, there is a forum specifically for phone pics...

Are you possibly confusing those of us who are NOT in the business of photography with those who are? I submit my photos because this is a photography forum where we enjoy looking at each other's photographs, discussing those photographs and possibly discussions of what equipment was used, how to achieve a similar photo and so on. We offer praise for those people who have submitted their best work while we realize your best work may easily surpass the quality of my best work. Yet we are each proud of our submissions.

When I submit my photos I do want to hear positives but I am acceptable of someone offering a well meant suggestion on how to better my photo next time. I may not agree with something such as composition but will accept the comment from someone who would have composed my photo differently.

Dennis

Folks, one of the joys of photography is that it can bee enjoyed at many levels. Everyone starts somewhere.
The gallery is meant to be a "riskless" place to see your photo on the internet, and show it to others.
There is a reason it is structured that way, it encourages people to post regardless of their skill level.
These folks are not looking for your criticism, even if it is well intentioned. They just want to post pictures they are proud of.
There are lots of other places where criticism IS allowed , here and other places.
Having one place free from criticism, where people can feel safe is a very good idea.
Also, try to remember the audience....... This is not some high stakes gallery, I is a cordial meeting place for mostly older photographers to share and talk about Photography. All skill levels are welcome, and we do have lots of accomplished photographers as well as those who just do it for enjoyment.
Unsolicited criticism is generally not welcome anywhere, even if it is meant to be helpful
That should be a pretty easy concept to understand.
Be happy, take Pictures