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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/4/2005 1:30:28 PM
Bhaskar, You have a wonderful portrait here. I am impressed with the background treatment as well as the sharpness and tones of the photo. Very well done. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Bhaskar A. V.
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Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/4/2005 12:44:47 PM
That sky is aluring and delicious - to say the least. Beautiful composition and capture. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Bogdan Lutostanski
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Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/4/2005 12:42:34 PM
Simple, BW, and beautiful! For me, the softness adds to a classic sense and feel - making it more arty and painterly. Well done. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: mick ryan
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Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/2/2005 1:54:37 PM
Well, I like the crop just fine. Cropping is part of the overall composition and statement by the photographer. If you intent is to show the installation that's one thing, others might go in tighter, but will lose context. At first, I was unsure about the edges (bottom and right), but the overall impression comes from the compelling pose and beauty of the model. Well done. Sam
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| Photo By: ignacio ayestarán
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/1/2005 11:44:38 PM
Hi Elena, I didn't see the original - I like this version. I like the inclusion of textures such as scratches - for me it adds depth and interest (what a good photography should have). Well done. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Elena Zabelina
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/1/2005 11:25:10 PM
Interesting portrait with beautiful colors... The angle and pose make this one happen. Well done. Sam
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| Photo By: ignacio ayestarán
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/1/2005 11:17:32 PM
Hi Tiffany, A classic "fist for dinner" shot - and well done at that! Cheers ! Sam
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| Photo By: Tiffany Hix
(K:5012)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/1/2005 11:02:01 PM
Hi Tiffany, I like the pose and the softness - they work great in this captured moment. I could use a little more highlight or light modeling in the face - to even better make it the draw of the eye... Well done. Sam
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| Photo By: Tiffany Hix
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
3/1/2005 1:17:30 PM
Hi Carlos, compadre, thank you for your kind and supportive remarks. Yes, if we lived in the same city, I'd take you up on the beer offer in a flash. Thanks again. All my best. Sam
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| Photo By: Samuel Downs
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/28/2005 4:11:31 PM
Wow Mitchell, Wonderful image here. I am deeply impressed by the merging of images and themes here. Congrats! Sam
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| Photo By: Mitchell Miller
(K:3009)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/28/2005 4:09:32 PM
James, Thanks for the kind comment. Sam
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| Photo By: Samuel Downs
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/28/2005 12:59:12 PM
Hi Chris, Somehow the sky background adds a wonderful punch to the floral image. Well done. Sam
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| Photo By: Chris Spracklen
(K:32552)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/28/2005 12:57:12 PM
Judi, beautiful image. The swirls in the background remind me of canyons on Arizona and the rocks that have been carved out by years of water flow. Nice mood... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Judi Liosatos
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/28/2005 12:49:36 PM
Tiffany, This photo is so sweet. Well done all around. The soft focus effect adds to the tender mood of the shot. Congrats! Sam
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| Photo By: Tiffany Hix
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/27/2005 8:28:10 AM
Hi Elena, This is one of the best flower shots that I've seen in a while. The mix of water and the bubbles is fantastic! Wonderful image. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Elena Zabelina
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/26/2005 2:49:04 PM
Hi Reza, Thanks for your kind remarks...
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| Photo By: Samuel Downs
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Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/25/2005 11:49:24 AM
Judi, Thanks for the extra information about the shoot. Wow, managing three children and taking the photo... Congrats! Sam
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| Photo By: Judi Liosatos
(K:34047)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/24/2005 6:34:59 PM
Hi Gertrud, CLASSY! Clear, delightful, interesting - not to mention a beautiful model (hey, is that you?)... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Gertrud Gozner
(K:14222)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/24/2005 1:06:54 PM
Hi Judi, I like the lighting and shadows in this one. The tones seem right on too. The expressions seem to match the lighting as well. Well done. Did you shoot them at the same time or layer them in later? If at one time - my complements in working two youngsters to cooperate for a common theme... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Judi Liosatos
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/24/2005 1:02:52 PM
Hi Ryan, I like the rich reds in this as well as the composition of the fishermen. Guess there are no 'crocks' in these waters... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: R Pike
(K:1242)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/24/2005 1:00:34 PM
Hi Arek, I was attracted to this photo first for the blur of the train and the vivid colors... I like the overall balance and composition of the shot. The blur is well done. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Arek Halusko
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/23/2005 4:35:08 PM
Hi Carlos, Thanks for the suggestion. I agree that the large black frame is distracting. I've been experimenting with presentation - hopefully, to enhance the image... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Samuel Downs
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/23/2005 1:26:50 PM
Again, wonderful work Jeanette. There is something subconscious about the images - interesting and moving. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Jeanette Hägglund
(K:59855)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/23/2005 1:01:57 PM
Nice color and soft focus. Well done.
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| Photo By: Tiffany Hix
(K:5012)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/23/2005 12:59:20 PM
Hi Chris, Great shot of the little fellow. I think you have the knack for bird photography. Beautiful. Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Chris Spracklen
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/23/2005 12:53:26 PM
Congrats on the BIP award - much deserved. Beautiful floral... Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Judi Liosatos
(K:34047)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/22/2005 9:29:21 PM
Hi Kelly, the background is a created texture in PS. I used several layers (pattern - weaved mat) to build up the background. Thanks for the comment. Sam
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| Photo By: Samuel Downs
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/22/2005 6:26:36 PM
Hi Jeanette, I am a big fan of your 'hurry' series and photo combinations. The presentation is delightful! Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Jeanette Hägglund
(K:59855)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/22/2005 6:24:20 PM
Pascal, Great pose, expression and photography. I just love this model. The eyes are magnetic! Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Pascal Renoux
(K:4077)
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Critique By:
Samuel Downs (K:7290)
2/22/2005 6:15:00 PM
Heath, GREAT shot! I was wondering how you pulled this one off (before I read about the long arms). Well done. How fast were you going? Cheers! Sam
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| Photo By: Heath Bennett
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