Creekside at Night

[NightEyes]

These are two of my pictures of a night shot by the corniche in Dubai...

Please feel free to comment on areas that need improvement (composition, exposure etc)..many thanks Guys!!!

From Night Pics

Model: Canon EOS 7D
ISO: 100
Exposure: 4.0 sec
Aperture: 11.0
Focal Length: 81mm
Flash Used: No
Tripod: Yes
Timer: 10sec

From Night Pics

Model: Canon EOS 7D
ISO: 100
Exposure: 20.0 sec
Aperture: 11.0
Focal Length: 41mm
Flash Used: No
Tripod: Yes
Timer: 10sec

[Krusty79]

My two cents is that you have captured some nice reflections in the water, but there is no strong subject in the images that draw my eye. Most of the reflections are of similar color and size, so none of them in particular stands out and my eye wanders over the images. Without a compelling subject, the images do not keep my attention.

Just my opinion,
Greg

[Aleix]

I agree with Krusty79. I'd like to add that regarding the first picture, different composition could make a big difference. The vertical reflections and lightned buildings can be used as powerful vertical lines, suggesting a vertical orientation of the picture rather a horizontal one. If you cropped the original, try a vertical crop. Furthermore, it would also show the taller buildings which now appear cut, and which would probably add interest to the picture. Look the following example and see what I mean... which one looks more interesting?




Source: India Pictures, Photo: Taj Mahal Reflection - National Geographic

Greetings

[NightEyes]

Hmmm, now that the both of you mentioned it..I totally agree. My next shots on reflections would try to emphasize on strong subjects.

Very nice example Aleix, visual aid sure makes things clearer to understand.

Thanks so much guys!!!!