Forum: Photography

Subject: Would this be believable

DJB opened this issue on Jan 13, 2005 · 14 posts

DJB posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 2:11 AM

I know this image may not ever be good for a print,but think not bad for internet. What I would like is opinions on whether adding this gull makes it believable or if it ruins it. I have not completely got the layering perfect yet...But may if worth it.

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DJB posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 2:12 AM

The with a gull. Is it too dark on the waves and sky?

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neverfinder posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 2:22 AM

I really like both and if you have it as a large file. I think it could be a great print. I can't make out my favorite. I like both.

Misha883 posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 8:23 AM

Is the light direction on the gull correct?

deemarie posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 8:27 AM

I really like the second version the best - very dramatic :) Great lighting, and I like the addition of the larger gull in the foreground, as it adds more interest and draws the eye into the scene. Dee-Marie

cynlee posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 10:25 AM

yes... as dee, i do like the addition of the gull leading the viewer in :]

DJB posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 10:50 AM

Good Point Misha...Might try some lighting effects.

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Michelle A. posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 12:55 PM

Looks great to me Doug...... I think someone would have to have razor sharp eyes to see it wasn't originally in the scene.

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LostPatrol posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 4:42 PM

It works for me, I dont think I would have noticed the light direction. I like the scene overall, but I do feel that the gull adds a great finishing touch to it.

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randyrives posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 9:59 PM

I really like the 2nd one. I also questioned the lighting on the gull when I first looked at it. I think the tail is lit to well, but it is really hard to tell (pun not intended) I think the image is believable. Nice job!

tvernuccio posted Thu, 13 January 2005 at 11:02 PM

i guess as usual I'm the weird one. I like the first image MUCH better. somehow i think the gull takes away from it. but apparently i'm the only one who thinks so. i just commented on this image in your gallery. i'm glad you left it as it was. it's perfect without the gull!

Tedz posted Fri, 14 January 2005 at 11:15 AM

Post Work is not a Crime....and I believe the Big Gull enhancers the Image Ten Fold :]

Akinom posted Fri, 14 January 2005 at 1:28 PM

As Sheila said... I also think the gull captures the eye to much and keeps it away from the sky and light rays... have the slight feel the amazing atmosphere gets a bit lost.

curly-locks posted Fri, 14 January 2005 at 2:34 PM

I LIKE THE GULL, what if u scooted him over to the left just a tad?