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Hugo de Wolf
{K:184670} 4/9/2006
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Hi Miranda, that's what the CC is for, and an intersting photo. I can see your delibrations. It's a difficult decision.
I think keeping the middle spiral in focus is a good call, it creates a feeling of depth in both directions (towards the viewer as well as away from him/her) Also, I think it keeps the focus pane well away from the center of the image, which I generally consider a good thing.
On the other hand, because of the large area occupied by the spiral in front, I think the effect falters a bit. Eventhough the second one is still well visible, the effect is reduced by the relatively large negative space on the left. Besides, the spirals in the rear occupy even less space, reducing the feel of depth even more.
Considering your options (or rather guessing your possible alternatives), I think panning to the right a bit would balance the composition, and maximise the effect of keeping the middle spiral in focus. That would, however, place the in focus area more towards the center, but I think the already dynamic shape and combination of tones would prevent the photo from becomming too static.
Another alternative would be to chose a different point of view, possibly more to your right, but I can't judge what else you would've included in the view. Besides, It would've forced you to take a few steps back, I believe.
Maybe a longer focal length lens would also have worked, but I rather like this overview.
Hope this is of some use, I'm left pretty indecisive. Bottom line is that if it were possible, I would've panned to the right a bit, reducing the area occupied by the spiral in front and including more of the spirals in the rear, but keeping the focus area where you've placed it.
Cheers,
Hugo
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Miranda Legg
{K:619} 4/9/2006
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Hi Hugo...
thanks so much for taking the time to write that....yes..my feeling is that the first spiral is just taking up too much space over what is in focus.
I love this place. I think I should go back and play around some more with perspective
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Hugo de Wolf
{K:184670} 4/9/2006
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Hi Miranda, just curious, where in Hong Kong did you find these? I'd love to have a go at such a theme when I'm in Hong Kong the next time... Been looking up most of the time during my previous visits...:)
Cheers,
Hugo
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Rashed Abdulla
{K:153374} 4/9/2006
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very great image ,wonderful prespective and very great colors and details, all of the best my friend
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Miranda Legg
{K:619} 4/9/2006
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Hi Hugo
It is a plce called Man Mo Temple.
It is on Hollywood rd actually in Central...very easy to get to....I have put up another picture of it if you look at "recent pictures".
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brit warren
{K:1516} 4/9/2006
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I like it. Really adds a different dimension to the dof. Puts the focus directly on the red and the ashes. I think its a great shot.
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Paul Lara
{K:78113} 4/9/2006
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It's rather typical to have the foreground in focus, and in this case, I'd say a foreground focus would have been stronger. That would have allowed the presentation of bigger characters (for those that can read it) and also a better glimpse at the textures of the incense.
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Miranda Legg
{K:619} 4/10/2006
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interesting to have such different answers...i just can't make up my mind...i guess that is the beauty of photography. Would be interested to hear more from people.
Thanks!
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Aaron Proot
{K:329} 4/10/2006
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The out of focus front spirals throw the image off. Also, you leave no room for your viewer to determine what these things are or what they mean. A reshoot is in order.
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Umberto Fortini
{K:870} 4/10/2006
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Uno scatto emozionante... imho, complimenti!
Umberto
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:99839} 5/22/2006
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Miranda:
Definitely prefer the central focus. The large left-side negative area can be cropped, and the entire image enlarged to pull balance to the more central focus of the composition (attached example) - I really like this shot!
Regards,
Doyle I <~~~~~
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