Just Dandy
by panderbear

Comment by karmat:
CRITIQUE CLUB CRITIQUE
by karmat

Compositionally, I think this shot could be cropped to emphasize the rule of thirds more, and to give it a stronger composition. I think cropping some off of the left and a lot off of the bottom would close the frame into the hand and the flower more, and wouldn't have the distracting empty space at the bottom. It doesn't quite fit the shot well enough to be "negative space" so it becomes a distraction rather than an asset. Also, that would set up a diagonal "line" between the flower and the hand, and would make the hand to appear out of nowhere. As a result, the viewer's eyes would go from flower to hand and back to flower.

Technically, I like the brightness and richness of the colors in this shot. There is a good balance of contrast, and the details are fabulous. The lighting may be a touch harsh, but I tend to like that effect.

Overall, it is a good shot that meets the challenge, if not in a direct way, at least in a subtle way.

Welcome to dpc, and I look forward to seeing more of your entries!

If I need to further clarify or explain, please feel free to contact me by pm.

karma

Circular Symmetry
by panderbear

Comment by Grainey:
wonderful shot - well done

Circular Symmetry
by panderbear

Comment by locusfocus:
classical, but nicely done

Just Dandy
by panderbear

Comment by boyd2000:
I think it would be better without the out of focus hand. Either focus the hand, use a black glove or put the flower in something

Just Dandy
by panderbear

Comment by scmaxfield:
Nice coloring on the top half... I like this image because it makes me want to see more (in a good way)... not sure on the darkness on the lower frame though... I do like the "photo/un-edited" look.

Just Dandy
by panderbear

Comment by drofpilneb:
I love the title