Up, Up & Away

[Judilori]

This photo was taken as I backed up to the boulder and bent over backwards as far as I could go. I did crop this photo using thirds but had difficulty finding a focal point. Sharpened a bit. Interested in what folks think about the angle the photo was taken. There is something about the color of the sky that I don't like, you?

Sony DSC H50
72 dpi
f/4
1/200 sec
ISO 100
focal length 5m
aperture 2.875
no flash

[BryanPanting]

Its not a bad shot, but there is not much going on in it. Like you said before not much of a focal point in the image. The angle is not bad, but it might be more interesting if you got in close to pick up some more of the texture in the rocks.

[dcclark]

I agree about the focal point -- what is this "about"? You could perhaps make it into a color/texture composition -- blue vs. red, smooth sky vs. textured rocks -- but currently the photo doesn't emphasize that aspect.

[naco]

I would start by saying that your composition is completely missing the subject and therefore is, at least, confusing. There are tons of good publications out there; dPS also offers tons of very good examples; try to study the good ones, understand what makes a good image and also understand that any good photograph starts in the photographer’s mind not in the camera or in the field. Moreover try paying more attention to the background elements you introduce in the frame and avoid artefacts like electrical wires, poles and the like. A blue sky is said to be dull and therefore if chosen to be in the frame it's not to take too much “weight”. Just a few thought...but this is just the beginning.

[LoveDSLR]

An sample crop with a leading line (in red).



Here is a Classic Landscape Technique. Place an interesting dominant element very close to the camera and having a beautiful background. For samples, checkout Naco's 'Bell River Marina', 'Trembley beach in winter' and 'Detroit River 3'.

[Judilori]

WOW Thanks!! I didn't there was much to be salvaged, but wanted to confirm my thoughts.