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Hugo de Wolf
{K:185110} 3/14/2007
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Hi Tim,
Interesting approach, and a logical one at that too; reducing the negative space makes sense... Currently, I'm playing with negative space quite a lot, as it can also assist in building an image.
The elements within the composition do work together dynamically in this photo, and I think that goal is sucessfully achieved; from an observers' point of view, the tight crop - specifically on top, and it's relation with the horizon also draws attention to it, as instinctively, I think a lot of people observe the rule of thirds. In this composition, the rule of thirds is applied vertically, as well as in the lower third (roughly) but the amount of sky seems to break with this a bit, and hence, becomes more noticeable.
Of course, there's no rule that says these rules should be observed rigorously, and rules are meant to be broken and toyed with, and, as in this case, it does create an attractive and applealing image, and provides food for thought...
Now I'll stop overanalysing; I like this photo, and thanks for your explanation, I'll definitely keep it in mind and into account!
Cheers,
Hugo
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Roger Skinner
{K:81846} 3/14/2007
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yeah like where poor old Jim Loy (another UFer)from Illinois lives flat dusty and basic dont tell him I said that kekeke yeah does a fine job as a flatlander
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Roger Skinner
{K:81846} 3/14/2007
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keke thanks Tim I will see what I can rustle up !! I like the little black hole of introspection tho .. nice sound to it
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Tim Schumm
{K:29196} 3/14/2007
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Hi Hugo,
You may be aware of this already, but i consider your comments most valuable in that they are generally helpful and insightful and not just light comments made in haste and on to the next image. You have inspired me to do like wise in a kind way, and to expound fully as to what i think is the aspect of any one images positive and or negative points. I am sure that this is the case with many others here on the net. I know it is overwhelming at times and i try to not burn out on this. But I am happy to hear you are out there and thriving one way or another.
Take care my friend....
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Tim Schumm
{K:29196} 3/14/2007
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Hi Roger,
thanks for inviting me to look at Wayne Harridge's portfolio. It reminds me of areas here in Canada/USA more in the Midwest. Flat dusty and basic. A real challenge to find subject matter. Although i think i would love the challenge in some ways as you really have to look for it so actively and in a way unlike here where it all pretty much hits you on the head. Where even the dullest of minds are penetrated by the overwhelming beauty. I in fact at time do not go out as it is so engaging as to be a distraction. I sometimes need to hide in my little dark hole just for some introspection.
One thing occurs to me though, that a area such as where u live in, there must be some very dramatic things going on visually at sunrise as well as sunset. Even then the small rock on a plain of nothing can create the most amazing shadow enveloped by the sea of dust all in warm glowing reddish tones
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Tim Schumm
{K:29196} 3/14/2007
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Hi Hugo,
Responding to your question regarding the cropping. I am playing with doing tighter cropping and forcing the eye to areas in a more directive manner, thus creating some extra tension within the composition. Also i want to eliminate more forcefully areas that don't necessarily add to the image and are non active spaces. In this image it was not about the sky or what was happening in the sky. To me it was more about the tree,cliff face and the contrasting warm and cool tones, snow verses light on cliff. My thinking was that these were enough elements within the composition to make it work in a dynamic manner. Anything else would just be extra and not necessary.
I think that having 3 elements naturally creates the right amount of tension to maintain visual interest without creating confusion to the eye.
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Hugo de Wolf
{K:185110} 3/13/2007
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Hi Tim,
Long time no see - thanks for your comments; it assisted in bringing me back for as long as it lasts - life is busy....:)
I like this "summit-view". The wind-swept tree also creating the direction in this shot towards the sunlit ridge on the far right. Very good shot... Still - and that's not a critique, just an observation - the tight crop on top seems unusual for your photos; any specific reason for that?
Cheers,
Hugo
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Roger Skinner
{K:81846} 3/13/2007
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excellent stuff as usual.. while u r in nthe mood check this guy out and u will see what I mean about the underwhelming
http://www.usefilm.com/Image.asp?ID=1275702
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John Pitman
{K:8473} 3/13/2007
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Very nice.
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Dave Stacey
{K:150877} 3/12/2007
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Beautiful lighting here, Tim!
Dave.
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Debarshi Duttagupta
{K:26815} 3/12/2007
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this is an awesome shot. I think this is going to be one of you famous paintings.
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 3/12/2007
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Beautiful color and composition.
Regards,
Doyle I <~~~~~
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