Trying different things. All the comments I got on the article I put up last night were incredibly helpful and provoking, and so I decided to see what might happen if I experimented with different textures and lighting.
Seashell in Water
Take 2
Abstract (I just have to dedicate this one to Dannielle S who finds the most amazing shots in completely unexpected places)
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Comments: 32
that is an awesome shot
The second is dramatic. I find the shell out of it's element so to speak, but I like it there for my scrutiny. The third does grab me. I see an abstract aquarium frozen in time. I'd like #1 and #2 on hanging on our wall. Tonia, I can't wait to see where you go with this new direction. It's very exciting!
The first image has an element of magic: the soft focus of the outer edges contrasting with the sharp focus in the center makes me feel like I'm seeing a telephoto "action" shot.
The second photo is a dramatic shift: stillness and quiet.
The third photo is definitely a party! You rock, Tonia!
That first one...the colors really seem to work tho I'm not sure what the thing on top is.
I like the shell on the wood, adds some unexpected texture and the angle works good too.
The third one is interesting too tho I haven't a clue what it is. But I like.
I just love mixing it up and seeing what comes out.
The second one has clarity and elegance. I like it better now, with the dark background and textured base.
The third one is wild and new. It reminds me of crumpled silk that got splattered with paint. Wild party, indeed!
The texture and the color of the second sharpens the image of the shell.
The last one I'm not too crazy about.
bob - thanks for lending your eye - it is endlessly interesting to me to see what draws some people in and what doesn't.
Thanks Christine - I am enjoying venturing into new territory.
Madame D - glad you stopped by - I did want you to see what your critique had provoked :-)
Duckie - I am amused that the 3rd picture evokes a wild party - it was a complete accident - I had my camera set to use the viewfinder screen which I usually do when taking macro photos and as I was moving the camera up to take a shot this came into view and just amazed me.
Katherine - I am enjoying mixing it up and seeing what happens as well. It definitely keeps things interesting.
Roy - yes, Take 2 seems to be a definite improvement - and what were you doing up so late? :-)
Thanks necee
Wilma - hmmm, I may hold on to the secret of #3 a little longer since I want to experiment some more with the concept.
Rose - thanks for the positive feedback - I don't mind revealing the secret to the first one - I used water in a wineglass and the shell is sitting in the spot where the stem meets the glass.
Andrea - knowing that someone likes them is often all the encouragement one needs. Thanks.
Holly - thanks #2 does seem to be a popular one.
Dannielle - big smiles - I really wanted you to see these - you have such an amazing eye and it pleases me that you like these offerings.
Jennifer - thanks - I appreciate you stopping by.
Mother Toad - absolutely that counts. Thanks.
John - thanks, no joke.
flit - thanks for stopping by to check on the progress :-)
Sue - I took the first photo using water in a wineglass and was intrigued with the effect as well. I am really pleased with the second one as well. I changed the lighting and the background and the result is much better than my first attempt.
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Glad to see that you are spending as much time on negative space as on positive space. It's all about composition and what goes on around your image is equally crucial.
#3 is my favorite. I assume that is a gently crumpled, highly reflective surface (wrapping paper, aluminum foil, etc.) placed at just the right angle to catch and multiply the flow of all those colors. It is a wonderful river of delight.
And perhaps add, HOW TALENTED YOU ARE.