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Old 08-03-2008, 01:34 PM
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I guess this is kind of a landscape shot... I'm not sure where else it would go. Anyway, I'm here to ask whether this shot has enough interest. If not, how do you think I could've added interest? It was a quick snapshot, but looking back on it I think now I could've tried using a few different angles to shoot from instead of this one. Your feedback is always appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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Exposure: 0.033 sec (1/30)
Aperture: f/8
Focal Length: 18 mm
ISO Speed: 800
Exposure Bias: 0/3 EV
Flash: Flash did not fire

PP inc. B&W conversion, dodging and burning, sharpening and adding a vignette to cut down on some harsh whites around the edges.
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Old 08-04-2008, 12:33 AM
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I absolutely love the detail and contrast in this! For some reason, my first thought was of the 60s show "The Twilight Zone."
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Old 08-04-2008, 01:21 AM
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it does have an eerie feel to it...
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This is capital N Nostalgia...a very appealing photo.
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Old 08-04-2008, 05:47 PM
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Gorgeous contrast, I really like how sharp the leaves are.
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Makes me really want to cross to the other side and see what is over there. The image really draws you in. Great job!
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