Abstract Dock

EddieAmzel · 07-08-2010, 10:22 PM

My original reason for taking the image was the reflected light. I felt the image was more interesting as a rotated abstract than as an upright still. Is this rotation too contrived/cheesy, or does it accomplish the intent? Also, any technique feedback regarding image capture and post processing would be greatly appreciated. (500mm f/6.3 ISO100 1/125 sec)

Adam · 07-09-2010, 03:04 AM

It took me a few seconds to figure out what I was looking at, but I think this might work as an abstract in the eyes of some. For me, however, it's a bit too busy and confusing as-is. Creative, though!

EddieAmzel · 07-09-2010, 08:53 PM

Thanks for the feedback!

SpecialK · 07-09-2010, 11:00 PM

It is pretty abstract to start with. Turning it sort of forces the issue, and makes me say "why?". Although you've answered why, I still ask it :-).

tibbitts · 07-10-2010, 11:39 AM

I think it would be better without the rotation. Not sure I like the bolt hole without the bolt in it - it's the first thing I noticed.

Paul

sir.b · 07-11-2010, 11:38 AM

seems like a stronger shot rotated this way, and pretty mundane right side up
i'd do a tighter crop
there is too much grey in the bottom right, which overpowers the current composition
i say the fence can go too, keep the water tho, so the black square lands off center

EddieAmzel · 07-12-2010, 09:37 PM

Thanks for the constructive tips. I tried various combinations of cropping and alignment, and ended with the image below. Eliminating the chainlink feels like it got rid of some of the clutter. I'm going to pay careful attention to balance between simplicity and "greeblies" in the future. Thanks again!

smf · 07-17-2010, 07:43 PM

I like both the horizontal and the vertical presentations.
For me, the horizontal is more thought-provoking. I don't consider it contrived or cheesy.
Best wishes,
Stu

07-08-2010, 10:22 PM	#1
EddieAmzel Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 54	Dock Lens: 500mm Mirror Camera: K-x Photo Location: Lake Poway ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: 1/125s Aperture: F5.6 My original reason for taking the image was the reflected light. I felt the image was more interesting as a rotated abstract than as an upright still. Is this rotation too contrived/cheesy, or does it accomplish the intent? Also, any technique feedback regarding image capture and post processing would be greatly appreciated. (500mm f/6.3 ISO100 1/125 sec)

07-09-2010, 03:04 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	It took me a few seconds to figure out what I was looking at, but I think this might work as an abstract in the eyes of some. For me, however, it's a bit too busy and confusing as-is. Creative, though! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-11-2010, 11:38 AM	#6
sir.b Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: San Francisco Photos: Gallery Posts: 51	seems like a stronger shot rotated this way, and pretty mundane right side up i'd do a tighter crop there is too much grey in the bottom right, which overpowers the current composition i say the fence can go too, keep the water tho, so the black square lands off center Last edited by sir.b; 07-13-2010 at 02:44 PM.

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EddieAmzel Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 54 Original Poster	Thanks for the feedback!

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SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,482	It is pretty abstract to start with. Turning it sort of forces the issue, and makes me say "why?". Although you've answered why, I still ask it :-).

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tibbitts Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 2,196	I think it would be better without the rotation. Not sure I like the bolt hole without the bolt in it - it's the first thing I noticed. Paul

07-12-2010, 09:37 PM	#7
EddieAmzel Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 54 Original Poster	Thanks for the constructive tips. I tried various combinations of cropping and alignment, and ended with the image below. Eliminating the chainlink feels like it got rid of some of the clutter. I'm going to pay careful attention to balance between simplicity and "greeblies" in the future. Thanks again!

07-17-2010, 07:43 PM	#8
smf Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Midland, MI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,083	I like both the horizontal and the vertical presentations. For me, the horizontal is more thought-provoking. I don't consider it contrived or cheesy. Best wishes, Stu