Which one? (6 images)

[Rob Ekins]

#1 is stunning Paul, the CA in the foliage could use some love though.

[pnodrog]

#1 is stunning Paul, the CA in the foliage could use some love though.

Glad you like it and can see past the flaws.....

You are absolutely right. The love has been provided.(not uploaded) Thanks Rob correcting CA is something I should do as standard with that lens. You have probable saved me from throwing a print in the bin.

[terrib]

It's always amusing to read threads like this to see all the varying views. Probably don't need another opinion, but here goes.

I'm drawn to #1 because of the nice light and as someone mentioned, the way it lights up the reeds.
Between #2 & #3, I prefer #3 because it seems more balanced to me and there is depth to it. The colors are nice in both. I'd probably darken #3 a bit to take deepen the color but still leaving a hint of detail as in #2.
I'm in the camp with several others that #4 & #5 don't do much for me.
I do like #6 as there is a story there. It's very nicely done, IMO, as far as colors and exposure. You might consider cropping to remove the ladder, though, as I think it distracts from the main subjects.

[Brev00]

#1 has a Monet-ish sense of light and the ephemeral quality of the moment. The others are static and more comparable to each other than the first which stands apart imo.

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[pnodrog]

It's always amusing to read threads like this to see all the varying views. Probably don't need another opinion, but here goes.

I'm drawn to #1 because of the nice light and as someone mentioned, the way it lights up the reeds.
Between #2 & #3, I prefer #3 because it seems more balanced to me and there is depth to it. The colors are nice in both. I'd probably darken #3 a bit to take deepen the color but still leaving a hint of detail as in #2.
I'm in the camp with several others that #4 & #5 don't do much for me.
I do like #6 as there is a story there. It's very nicely done, IMO, as far as colors and exposure. You might consider cropping to remove the ladder, though, as I think it distracts from the main subjects.

Terri thanks for commenting. I nearly cropped the ladder out but was a bit undecided so left it in. However I am leaning towards your point of view. Glad that you mentioned it.

[pnodrog]

#1 has a Monet-ish sense of light and the ephemeral quality of the moment. The others are static and more comparable to each other than the first which stands apart imo.

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Larry I am happy with any comparison to Monet ..... A quote from him "Everyone discusses my art and pretends to understand, as if it were necessary to understand, when it is simply necessary to love." may have been worth using in my replying to Izzie's post on the previous page.

#1 I was always happy about as it stood out from the others taken that morning. All the other photographs were taken around sunset and the feedback has been very useful.

[Brev00]

I said Monet-ish which is a notch or so below Monet-esque. So, don't let it go to your head. I do like the quote. I was troubled by my lack of understanding so, now, everything is cool.

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[pnodrog]

I said Monet-ish which is a notch or so below Monet-esque. So, don't let it go to your head. I do like the quote. I was troubled by my lack of understanding so, now, everything is cool.

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Are you sure? I have always ranked English spelling a few notches better than French - not that I am proficient at ether....

[Brev00]

Monet was French.

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[IzzieK]

I don't like Monet -- I like Paul's images. They are simple and straightforward and nothing to pretend to understand. They are either good or bad and in this case, they are good, almost perfect like #1 without the CA. When he makes a mistake, he can call it "art" or Monet.This is my take and I am not changing my story to please anyone. Not even Paul.

P.S. Actually, I cannot choose which one I like because they are all good.

[pnodrog]

Monet was French.

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Yes, but when I visited his house and gardens it was packed visitors and French was a minority language. The American accent was dominant but I don't rank their spelling at all... All that aside I reserve the right like every other member on CinC to interpret any post exactly how I like.

Thank you for your interest and ignored guidance.

[pnodrog]

I don't like Monet -- I like Paul's images. They are simple and straightforward and nothing to pretend to understand. They are either good or bad and in this case, they are good, almost perfect like #1 without the CA. When he makes a mistake, he can call it "art" or Monet.This is my take and I am not changing my story to please anyone. Not even Paul.

P.S. Actually, I cannot choose which one I like because they are all good.

Izzie you are right. The enjoyment or otherwise is a totally personal thing and although others may not share it, it can never be argued with.

[DigitalScape]

Very hard to select just one (I would be a proud photographer to have shot any of these). Images 2, 3, and 6 are the ones I like the most.

[John 2]

Paul, missed these somehow. It's an outstanding set and demonstrates that old maxim "Photography is all about the Light" to a "T".

[Sailorstu]

A great set but my two preferences are #1 and #2. While technically placing the horizon in #2 at or near the centre isn't in keeping with theory - it really works for me, as do the breadth of colour and the exquisite reflection. Beautiful photography.

[dennybeall]

OK, then to expand on my earlier comments, I'd say keep #1, #2 and #6 and discard 3,4 & 5. But that's just my opinion....

[pnodrog]

Very hard to select just one (I would be a proud photographer to have shot any of these). Images 2, 3, and 6 are the ones I like the most.

John I am delighted to know I made it very hard for you..... Thanks for providing me with your preferences.

[pnodrog]

Paul, missed these somehow. It's an outstanding set and demonstrates that old maxim "Photography is all about the Light" to a "T".

Both the dawn and dusk lighting was superb that day. The dusk lighting seemed to carry on longer and I had time to shoot from a couple of locations. Actually I basically thought it was over and heading back to my motel when I spotted the two fishing on the wharf about 300 meters from the motel. Pulled up leaped out of the car and grabbed a few shots before the light faded completely.

Thank you for your comment.

[pnodrog]

A great set but my two preferences are #1 and #2. While technically placing the horizon in #2 at or near the centre isn't in keeping with theory - it really works for me, as do the breadth of colour and the exquisite reflection. Beautiful photography.

Not having the horizon in the centre is a composition rule/suggestion that I usually adhere to. However now and again I get a bit disobedient. My attitude if the horizon needs to be near the centre it should be smack in the centre so everyone knows it was deliberate.

Stu I am glad you enjoyed them.

[pnodrog]

OK, then to expand on my earlier comments, I'd say keep #1, #2 and #6 and discard 3,4 & 5. But that's just my opinion....

Denny thanks for the additional comment. Actually a photograph has to be dreadful before I will discard it. There have been a number of times that I have being browsing through old photographs and spotted one that I had completely overlooked at the time but with a different crop or treatment becomes an unexpected gem. I think all photographers should review their past efforts every now and then.