Cheers Michael Oooo and CHEERS MichaelNice image Dk, really like the concentrated dof on the seat. Don't forget to change the title, it still says odd...
Thanks LizYep really like that too, pov and dof work really well
Thanks PaulLove the wavy lines leading you into the picture and I think you've achieved your objective of a bright, colourful picture!
ThanksGreat image DK
I always feel like I'm 'trying to teach grandma to suck eggs', commenting on the images of the experienced, but I would have liked to have seen the rest of the benches leading away down the prom
Hmmmmm now there's a thought ... Thanks OllieShame about the dull skies in the photos for 'Odd', but I really like your use of shallow DOF and colour for week 1!.. I think it could perhaps be even stronger in B&W though?
Thanks DavidThat works well for me mate. Nice one!
Cheers Allan - AppreciatedHi DK
really like that, well composed and well spotted, its all been said above
Nice start
Thanks MarkAgree with everyone else, damn good shot
Thanks on both counts PeterOdd - I really like #1. The processing on this works well as does the crop that you've given it
Linear/Line - Another great one. The low viewpoint really helps lead the eye through the picture
Cheers RichardThe wave lines of the bench and the edge of the promenade are wonderful leading the eye straight to the beach and pier
Thanks Mike, I see what you meanLove the subject and the background. Even the colours look to be well suited to the subject.
I'd like to have seen a greater DOF if possible so more of the bench is in focus, the blurred foreground catches my eye a bit too much.
A well themed and executed shot though
I did try that, but the benches are only about 12" from a concrete monstrosity... I really had to squeeze myself in to get the lines leading across/into the image, and was an ar8e to try and keep the wall out
Here is a VERY unprocessed image
Unprocessed and TOO tight by TP DK, on Flickr
Thanks Phil - It was a squeezeNow I wasn't expecting to see that!
I got the impression there was as much prom behind the benches as in front.
Seeing what you had to work with makes the image you got even better
Thanks... my thoughts exactly, had to be in for the themeA good unusual idea. I love the strong wavy lines, suits the seaside theme very well.
Hahahaaaaaa you just know it won't last - mmmmmMMOOOOOOOOOOWoooo get you! - strong start the Deano!
happy new 52
Many thanks Andrea... appreciatedI really like your 'Line/Linear' image, DK. It's probably all been said already, but I like your use of DOF and the contrast between the wavy lines of the seat and the straight lines elsewhere in the image. Good work on making a dull day look something else, and having seen the situation of the benches in your later shot I think you definitely chose the right POV and composition. A great start to the year!
Cool... Thanks JasonNice linear shot there DK....Much prefer the first upload. From this POV the composition benefits from the lines moving diaganally through the frame. Good solid work.....cant ask for more than that
Cheers ChrisVery much liking line. wonder if the grad filter could be more gradual and come a little further down to the sand level...or even crop out the sky and buildings altogether?
Thanks JohnI really like this, nice image.
Thanks too JudiOdd #1 works for me I like the moodiness perhaps the sky could be a little darker but good one
Linear Love it another well seen picture!
Hi Rob... I did loads of different angles and focul points EXCEPT that combinationLooks good, i think i would prefer the closest part of the bench in focus with it fading out.
Wow they are some stunning photos, very well done!
I prefer the first one you added for 'Odd', I like the tones and overall feel of the image. Only thing I would say is that I would probably try to desaturate the green and magenta fringing from the lens aberrations.Cheers Simon
If I knew how I would have a go
Thanks again Simon, a good pointSecond one for 'Line' is a very good idea, again only thing I'd of maybe tried is the focus point being a bit closer in as the focus point seems to draw away from the front of the bench.
Nonetheless great images and a very good start!
Thanks Anita ... nice day and Great Yarmouth don't come up in the same sentence very oftenNice one DK. It gives the impression of a nice day even if you say the weather wasnt too good.
Hahaaaa cheers Graham... Shoulder against the edge and leaning as low as I could... the things we do heySuper lines, starting 2014 where you left of 2013 quality wise.
How on earth did you fit in behind that corner of the bench??? Great job of the POV!
Thanks NeilI really like the lines one you have done. I prefer the off centre angled look to a straight line.
Cheers AllanHi DK
Line - good spot. I like the comp and the colours The b/g buildings set context. Bit oof at the front is something that you may have considered but then poss problem with the b/g not being enough oof. Good start
Oi YouHI Dean
I likey likey you line shot lots...lovely warm tones in the sand , great POV ( especially given how much room you didn't have!) & enough detail in the background to give context being mega picky I think I might have prefered the front of the bench to be in focus rather than than the middle but hey ho...
Me too Mike... me tooHi Dark Knight - 'Lines' - Now that I really like!
It's brill.
I only wish the foreground could have been a bit sharper.
I did try that, but the benches are only about 12" from a concrete monstrosity... I really had to squeeze myself in to get the lines leading across/into the image, and was an ar8e to try and keep the wall out
Here is a VERY unprocessed image
Unprocessed and TOO tight by TP DK, on Flickr
Hmmmmm now there's a thought ... Thanks Ollie
Damn... Thanks IainGreat start to your 52 Dean
I have no crit to add, I think it is perfect as you've presented it.
ReallyHey DK, here we go again Mind you, on your opening post you've linked to last years shots, cheat!
Blue Sky PMSLOdd, I like the first one, very odd indeed. I see what you mean about the second one, I have found if you have a blue sky behind sometimes a spot of fill flash really helps. But I hear blue sky is a bit hard to find over there right now!?!?!?
Thanks again MarshaLine, having seen the wider shot I think you've done really well to keep your shot clean
Hahaaa Thanks Neil... I agree, what a monstrosity... knock it down I say !!!!Yuk! Stick with the original! That concrete wall is hurting my eyes.
Cheers NeilBoth Odd shots are very good but with the majority on No1. The Line shot is excellent can't really add much more