Cultures around the world being in India

[ravidatta]

Hello and Namaste to everyone!!!

I am new to DPS family and immature in photography. There is a photography contest going on in my company in Mumbai. I am taking part in that. The contest comprises of 3 rounds. In first round the theme was as such:

'Being in India capture the different traditions of different countries such as their cuisines, festivals, attire, religious beliefs, monuments, religious places, art, lifestyles or anything you think captures their culture.'

I took a few shots and posted the one attached here for contest entry with following caption:

"Sculpture portraying villagers of Masaai Tribe from Southern Kenya; The most recognizable tribes in Africa"

Since I am new, I would like to know your opinion on how I shot, my understanding of the theme and what I could have done better.


Where Was it Taken?:
--- In a shop
What settings did you use?:
--- Auto
What gear (camera, lens etc) did you use?:
--- Canon EOS Rebel XS with 18-55mm lens
Why did you compose the shot as you did?:
--- No idea what does that mean
What post production work have you done on the shot (if any)?:
--- Increased midtone to 29 on Microsoft Picture Manager
What were you hoping to achieve with the shot?
--- Tried to capture the people and their attire from the sculpture
What did you do well?
--- To make sure whatever I am clicking makes absolute sense to the theme.
How could you have improved it?
--- No sure... need guidance


Warm regards,
Ravi

[ravidatta]

Am I so bad that no one has replied?

[Vallie]

Hi, I am only new here so dont feel qualified to offer critiques. Dont despair about no comments yet, this site is open to people all over the world and time zones are different. I am sure you will get some advice soon.

[skyline photo]

dude this is for "how I took it" put your photo in the critique forum or share you shot forum.
also make sure its sized correctly. 740px on the long side. you should read the rules first;. other than that nice pic. good dof

[lrivetz]

It is a great capture. One thing though, one of the couple looks like he just elbowed the lady. It looks kind of humorous.

[Glayva]

Go to the correct site section and you are likely to get a faster and more accurate critique. Not bad shot though!!

[kgb224]

Outstanding picture captured by you.Do as the DPS members suggested and i am sure you will get some response.

[robconnelly]

Originally Posted by ravidatta

Am I so bad that no one has replied?

Not bad at all, This shot is a good representation of the cultural dress of the tribe. I like the depth of field you chose to blur the back ground and not have it distract from the subject.

[ravidatta]

I really appreciate everyone's replies. I will make sure next time I put it in the right section!