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Go take a look see

Dondra63 — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:04:05 GMT

At my picture Southern Quest it is black and white Tell me what you

think

Please give some feedback - new photographer

Lumic — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:39:50 GMT

Hi,

I was hoping that some of you great people out there could give me some tips on a few images.

I've only had this camera for a week, and have only just got to grips with the basics of photography, but I want to improve!

Here are some examples of what I'm taking, thanks!:

negative comments please :D

ASAbdo — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:01:34 GMT

this picture took over 50 vote 7
in my opinion i think it worth 7 :)
but is there anything i can do to make it worth 8 :D
all the comments and feedback on this photo was positive ones :)
i'll appreciate any critique or tip i can use so my next portrait photo be better ;)
thanks

[img]http://www.dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&ImageID=113624[/img]

Request Feedback On a fading sun

MrHistory — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 11:42:16 GMT

Just want a critique on whether this was the right angle or I captured the right setting with the sun in the background. Or just a general critique. Thanks

Request Feedback Please

FDPHOTO — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 03:07:12 GMT

Trying somethig new with Black and White. Please let me know what you think, Photo was taken at a residential house fire..

Thanks

If you want your photo critiqued

oboy — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 09:29:41 GMT

I enjoy a good critique. I recently found a blog that is devoted to judging and critiquing of photo you submit. JL Morris the owner of this blog has judged photography for 18 years. He is also the judge in the Ventura County Camera Club competition next month. Here is the link to the website [url=http://www.digapixblog.com/]DigaPixBlog[/url]

If you submit a photo, he will honestly evaluate the photo and write about it what, in his opinion, was good and if there are any distraction. Sometimes he creates a markup to explain it better. At other times he includes a edit version to show a different crop or edit.

If you want you can write a comment too, or ask question.

My Play.......

Sunnyside Sandy — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 18:21:23 GMT

I really don't understand this - it was doing sooooo well and leading the Dig Art Category until all of a sudden it received a 5 from a high weighted member. That very member was mentioned several times within a recent debate thread by the person I was having the debate with.

It makes me wonder whether her vote was a fair reflection on the image or ......not. So, I've decided to put it up for critique before it's automatically disgarded by the auto-archiving system due to receiving such a low score.

Not to worry however as I've already uploaded a similar image with slightly different colouring ( I sincerely hope that's why it was scored down? )

Here is the image and below it you can read the comments I've attached to it. Certainly in no way detrimental to the original image or to it's photographer. On the contrary, I think in many ways it highlights how the original image could have been even better...don't you think?

As I've said in my comments, it's the very first time I've conjured up such an image using so many of my own images and it was a lot of fun and I learned loads from it.

Here is the image - I decided to call it "[b]My Play[/b]":

[img]http://www.dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&ImageID=101884[/img]

Comments:
[i]We all get great ideas from other people's images when we vote.

I voted an image with a six and it caused a rumpus - the image went on to win a Daily Signature Award. So to compliment that image I came up with this one.

My Sea, is of course not as dramatic as the original - my fence is made of iron and although it won't prevent the sea from penetrating the land beyond, it's sure to stand proud no matter what!

I had to raise my Sun a little higher as it was difficult to see but the shadow that it's created from the fence I feel is rather more exciting.

I've used parts of 7 different photos to create this and I've never done anything like it before.

I thought I'd turn the negative experience from the rumpus into something positive and learn something from it - this is the result.

Feedback is very welcome! (This is all tongue in cheek by the way! :-) LOL )[/i]

I'd really appreciate any feedback and ways in which I could improve on what is basically my first real attempt at producing a Dig Art Image.

Thank you in advance!

All the best!!

Sandy

A bit of fun

gizmo001i — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 21:58:34 GMT

Just wondering what everyone thought of this, I call it "Waves Of Sunset." It's obviously a sunset photo, I have tweaked the saturation a little, but I then flipped the photo over which to me gives it a brand new perspective. I think it makes what would have been a normal sunset sky into something a little more interesting. I know some people will say that it isn't real photography as it doesn't accurately show what was seen at the time. If that is the case, then maybe it should be called art (oops, have I opened a can of worms here). Anyway, your thoughts on the photo would be very appreciated.

Many thanks

Ian

What do you think

gizmo001i — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:05:41 GMT

Hi everyone, this is the first time I have posted a pic on this forum. I took this one at Shinewater in Eastbourne at sunrise. I call it "The March Of Progress" due to the pylons going off into the distance. Your views and opinions are very welcome. You can a larger version here: http://dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&ImageID=100641

Many thanks

Ian

Palm Tree Silhouette

eman1204 — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 12:23:50 GMT

I took this shot on the big island of Hawaii.

How can I improove on this image

Shutter — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:37:57 GMT

I took this shot of Bridlington harbour any suggestions or comments of how I could improove this shot.

Feedback........

Sunnyside Sandy — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 19:16:28 GMT

Hi

This shot isn't doing well at the moment and I'd love some feedback.

[img]http://www.dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&path=/contest_storage/92596.jpg[/img]

Happy to withdraw it from the voting pool - please let me know if that's what I should do.

Is it the composition? The sharpness? Would love some feedback and suggestions on maybe how to make this better. Was placed in the Nature category.

Thanks in advance.

Sandy

What exactly is Unexpected?

Sunnyside Sandy — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 16:57:43 GMT

Hi

I feel that there's still a lot of confusion with regards to the Unexpected category.

What meets with one person's interpretation seems to be a long way off in another person's view. We don't seem to have this problem with any other category.

However, the photo below is one that has so far collected eight votes. 3 x 8, 1 x 7 and 3 x 6. The 8th vote was a score of 5 so I asked if they could elaborate.

This is their reply:
[b]Gladly - I rated this image a five (below average). First, I don't really see what is unexpected. I guess it is meant to be the motion-blurred boat going under the bridge. Second, the image, while in focus and reasonably exposed has no real interest. Not something I would expect to see entered in a photo competition. Hence, I issued my rating of a five.
[/b]

[img]http://www.dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&path=/contest_storage/92512.jpg[/img]
Title: Drip.......Drip.......Whoosh!

That person is certainly entitled to their opinion of course but in my eyes it was unexpected and fits into the category comfortably and I certainly think it was worthy of entering into the Unexpected Category competition here on DA as indeed did those that had voted it 7 and 8's.

So I'd like to put it out to the forum and ask these two questions:

1. Do you consider this shot to comply with your own interpretation of Unexpected? (Please feel free to elaborate if you wish)

2. Is this shot "worthy" of entry into the Unexpected Category here at DA?

Thanks in advance for your help with this as it may help clarify my own interpretation of the category and indeed may help others too.

.

Inconspicuous Pink Rose

oboy — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 14:03:28 GMT

I always thought that this was a good shot of a rose, but it did not make it into the ranks of award winners. What do you think was the deciding factor?

http://www.dailyawards.com/Full_Image.aspx?ImageID=76628

how can i make this a more appealing photograph

hollarsb — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 07:10:42 GMT

How could this photograph become more appealing?

Thanks,

Brian

Photos

svstory — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 16:30:35 GMT

I would love to get some feedback on my work.

I wold like to know that everyone thinks of this. What not working in this image and how could it be improved? Thanks for you input it's valued. Brian

hollarsb — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 06:19:56 GMT

I wold like to know that everyone thinks of this. What not working in this image and how could it be improved?

Holding on to Summer

Thanks

Brian

Tell me what do you think about this?

vinasuresh — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 12:44:05 GMT

thanks,

Help required

Glynn — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 04:41:07 GMT

Occasionally I try to capture good images other than insect macro's. I posted this and the first three votes were two 5's and a 6. It makes me think that my judgement is questionable when images I thought would perform better don't. Its not the low votes that bother me, I've had success elsewhere - but the fact that I cannot see what is so unworthy about this image does bother me. Can anyone point out how this image is flawed?

Yet another request for criticism

jlozano09 — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 11:39:22 GMT

Anyone, please comment on these photos. Criticism would be greatly appreciated, as always. Thank You.

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=85547,

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=85555,

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=85542,

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=85540,

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=85545

It's me again!

Tonka — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 06:55:41 GMT

Okay need some serious pointers...

1.How do you like these?

2.Need advise on color tones.

3.What light do you advise when taking outdoor pics? lens? and for getting more light on the eye area?

I have not played with the monotone versions which I will and always do and this guy likes the look. Also I have not edited for skin tone or blemishes/spots..but I did brighten and adjusted some color levels..

So let me have it if you will...

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_77505.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_77515.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_77305.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_77105.jpg[/IMG]

this is the 2nd of the triplets too by the way..:D..the third looks nothing like these twins..how weird is that?...

Thank you all so very very much....

Tell me what you think.

KelCDanielle08 — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 20:36:35 GMT

Give me your honest opinion on all of these. You won't hurt my feelings. =]

hoop.

beautiful mess.

windmill.

pride.

chair.

blue.

house.

Whats wrong with this photograph?

hollarsb — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 04:56:56 GMT

Please pick this photo apart and tell me how it could be improved.

Thanks,

Brian

Future Generations

FDPHOTO — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:44:51 GMT

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=82191

Please provide any feedback, all comments welcome

Sorry to bother you all again

Tonka — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:14:12 GMT

I have a situation. I need advice/opinions.

I did not really do anything to this image but would like to know what you all would do to improve this..I wont be entering here at DA ..dont know if I will put it up anywhere but my main purpose is to get this lad a great piccie of himself..

And I asked if he minded me puttin it up and asking for this advice and he does not..( he better not lol cause he eats enough of my food lol..yes he is a relative)

Okay he is legally blind, but you mostly can't tell, he has little vision in one eye..Now the challenge is that when he looks at the camera or at anything , he has to position his better eye just so to see things which, is usually in an upward direction..So when looking at the camera his eyes are up and he does not like this at all.. it also happens when I have him look slightly to the side...So he was just sittin there today and I thought wow that is a nice pose ..snap snap..

it was not exactly a portrait and not exactly a candid and of course a very dry year here so the lawn looks like garbage.. I do not know what to do with this shot or even if it is decent..so all your opinions are welcomed and appreciated..:D

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_46745.jpg[/IMG]

What is this funkyness?

Tonka — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 19:34:54 GMT

Okay here is a photo..don't know what I can do with it but I would like to know specifically what this funkyness is,,,is there a term for it or is it just due to the specific circumstances this photo was taken under and it's subject?..

The weird look it has on the top of the bud to the left of the butterfly,,,I know the tips are very light/white and perhaps it is just the bkrnd ? or is this a technical issue, camera settings?..The whole bud just looks odd to me..

Thanks for your thoughts.

[IMG]http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o174/Tutonka/_MG_53345.jpg[/IMG]

Here are the settings on the original , which all I did to this one was adjust levels a little and cropped/sharpened..

Shooting Date/Time 7/14/2007 10:00:04 AM
Shooting Mode Manual Exposure
Tv( Shutter Speed ) 1/125
Av( Aperture Value ) 7.1
Metering Mode Evaluative Metering
ISO Speed 100
Lens EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Focal Length 100.0 mm

Reflection, What ya all think?

Tassen — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 04:45:43 GMT

Hi

Ones again I tried takin' some pictures in my garden.
This was very hard, the drops was so tiny:p

Here we go:

[IMG]http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Tazzen/drpe.jpg[/IMG]

Trond Stegarud

Hi, want some feed on this photo, im kinda new at this:)

Tassen — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:59:51 GMT

Hi

Like I said, I want some feeback on this photo. I love takin' pictures, Im tryin to get better. So feed would be great! and guys, be real to me;)
This haven't been in photoshop yet..
[IMG]http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Tazzen/ManVSTheWorld.jpg[/IMG]

Thank you guys, Trond Stegarud

Please Critique

FDPHOTO — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 23:01:05 GMT

This is one of my favorite shots. This photo was taken at a warehouse fire. As I was leaving, I noticed how the Rescue was parked, overlooking the fire scene and with it becoming daylight, I thought it would be a really cool shot to take..

As always, thanks for the feedback/suggestions..

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=80475

Request for Criticism

jlozano09 — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 19:27:14 GMT

I need some analysis on this photo. I just started picking up my interest in photography a few months ago. any comments would be much appreciated. Thank You

http://dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=79683

Requesting Feedback Please

FDPHOTO — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 21:17:51 GMT

Hi, I am still fairly new at photography and I am always looking for feedback and ways to improve my photography.

Here are links to two of my photos, any input is greatly appreciated..

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=80348

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=80349

Thanks again!

More feedback please

FDPHOTO — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 22:36:45 GMT

I've added two other photos..Please let me know what you think and thanks for checking them out!!

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=80363

http://www.dailyawards.com/image_viewer.aspx?ImageID=80362

Please critique

Tonka — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 03:50:55 GMT

I just archived this one..

So please tell me what I could have improved here..:D thank you ...

Epiphany

Won't you stop by and take a look?

crCook — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 16:09:04 GMT

Please check out my new uploads and vote or critique all you want. Thanx!!

Flower - Star

oboy — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 07:03:38 GMT

What do you think why this photo did not score better. What do you like or not like about this photo? Could I still improve it?

larger version

Usually when I take a shot if this flower, you cannot see the detail in the petals. They are just white with the green/yellow tint. I was very surprised when I looked fist at the photo, because you almost cannot see the green stripes when you just look at the flower.

A photosession in my garden! need tips and help :)

Tassen — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:22:11 GMT

Hi

I went out in my garden, I had the images in my head allready.
I just could'nt get em! I need tips and help please, anythin' would help me alot. Here are 3 photos I took :) I can see that they aint greate, thats why I need help from you guys.

[IMG]http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Tazzen/Foto3.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Tazzen/Foto2.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j5/Tazzen/foto1-1.jpg[/IMG]

Trond Stegarud

Give your opinion

JDenker — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 13:49:46 GMT

This is my first attempt at photo merge. This church was in the middle of downtown, so I couldn't get a shot of the whole thing without the image being skewed in weird ways (I think I was a little off center when I did).

But I was able to get 2 different ones while standing directly across the street, and this is what I got.

Let me know what you think!
(the lines on the bricks seem to be some kind of illusion, they aren't there on the originals that are on my computer, but appeared when compressed, and there were lines on the final one, but disappeared when I compressed it for the internet.)

Joni

Could I have your point of view on this?

Tonka — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 04:43:15 GMT

Ballad of the Balloon Flower

And so what do you all think of this??? Please feel free to play as well,,I do not mind in the least..:D

Thanks for any opinion/advice/thoughts!!

First post and picture

bclark — Thu, 10 May 2007 17:48:00 GMT

Hi all

This is my friends German Shepherd. Any opinions welcome.

[img]http://www.dailyawards.com/imager.aspx?Strict=On&Width=640&path=/contest_storage/71026.jpg[/img]

Shot with a Canon EOS 400d standard 70-200mm Lens in the afternoon.

Thanks

Something I did today

NiKiMoTo — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 13:50:34 GMT

Playing around today and came up with this.

It is my self-portrait overlayed (50% opacity) on a photo of
embossed leather. In addition to that I applied a bit
of PS Artistic filter - Paint Daubs (detail 3, Sharpness 3, Brush type
Wide Sharp).

Any opinions?

[img]http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h275/nikimoto/EmbossedLeather2.jpg[/img]