Mal Mcilwraith’s stunning painting/photo montage that he posted last week reminded me of a “problem” I had shelved a couple months ago. This photo was taken on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation in central Oregon. I like it for its pastel colors and also because it somewhat has the appearance of a painting. However, I think the sagebrush in the foreground detracts from the illusion of a painting and also further complicates the color palette (what was once a muted red/white/and blue, but now also contains green and orange), but I don’t see how to crop it out without upsetting the overall composition. On the other hand, maybe the distraction in the foreground adds interest? Or it isn't as much of a distraction as I imagine?
I’d appreciate some criticism and advice. Thank you.