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The Art of Photography => Landscape Showcase => Topic started by: Bob_B on October 29, 2023, 09:17:17 am

Title: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Bob_B on October 29, 2023, 09:17:17 am

A sloop named "Guinevere" sails passed the old and now defunct Sparrow Point steel mill. This photo was taken in the early 2000s when the mill was operating albeit at a minimal level. The mill serves as a nice contrast to this beautiful sailboat.

I've applied a fair degree of artistic license in processing this image. I trust you'll find it appealing and different.

C&C welcomed.

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Frans Waterlander on October 29, 2023, 11:25:55 am

Love the subject, but the vignetting turns me off big time.

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: francois on October 29, 2023, 12:37:44 pm

Yes, I agree, vignette is a bit too strong. Other than that, it's a beautiful shot with a dreamy mood.

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Mark Nadler on October 29, 2023, 01:06:11 pm

I agree with both the positive and negative comments. 

Mark

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Bob_B on October 29, 2023, 05:28:15 pm

Frans, Francois and Mark: Thank you for taking the time to comment. I take full credit for the vignette: I wanted it emphasized, but knew in advance it wasn't for everyone. C'est la vie.

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: francois on October 30, 2023, 04:16:17 am

Quote from: Bob_B on October 29, 2023, 05:28:15 pm

Frans, Francois and Mark: Thank you for taking the time to comment. I take full credit for the vignette: I wanted it emphasized, but knew in advance it wasn't for everyone. C'est la vie.

I'm not against vignetting but here, it's just too strong...

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Bob_B on October 30, 2023, 09:02:01 am

A different version of the same photograph with much less vignetting. Thanks for the advice!

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: francois on October 30, 2023, 09:04:14 am

This one is much better... at least for me.

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Frans Waterlander on October 30, 2023, 11:58:36 am

Same here!

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Mark Nadler on October 30, 2023, 12:49:10 pm

I agree.

Mark

Title: Re: Passing Sparrows Point
Post by: Bob_B on October 30, 2023, 04:59:30 pm

I appreciate your feedback. Thanks everyone.