Sorry it took so long to respond back. I've been traveling since 3:30am. Finally, free WiFi in Denver's airport!!
What a great discussion! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading everyone's perspective (no pun intended) regarding croposition. I'm glad to see, for the most part, we are all on the same page about it. True, Martha, cropping in too tight will cause serious degradation in the quality of the image. Rarely do I crop more than 20 or 30%. Again, with hi-res sensors, you don't really lose much. After I cropped and posted those flower water-drop images and got everybody's warm and kind comments, I started to develop a guilt complex. Many of the compliments were those regarding the composition.
So, I wanted to clear the air with everyone to see if I was too far outside the box with what I do.
You all collectively, and individually, are an incredible group of photographers...more importantly, people. It's an honor to share my pics, opinions, and time with all of you. Thanks so much for everyone's contributions!!
Jim
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