Scottish Rose (a simple Thistle)by
illicit_commentComment by Gracious: Critique Club Comments by Grayce
Greetings!
This image is very strong on texture. I like it!
Your composition is good, and it fills up the frame nicely. You have a good, strong diagonal, which is appealing.
Lighting and exposure are good. The shadowed part could probably have a bit more light, but there is enough to see that great texture.
Some have said the focus is a bit soft, yet your depth of field appears to be good. I suspect there was a bit of camera shake, or the thistle moved. For a close up like this, it's best to use a tripod. I've taken many closeups without one, and have had the same problem. Slight blur.
The coloring, which is the theme for this challenge, doesn't stand out too much. Although I love your subject, the thistle, it isn't the best subject for a "color challenge."
Overall, I like this, and I look forward to seeing more of your work. Welcome to DPC!!!
If you have any questions regarding my critique, please contact me through my profile.
Regards,
Grayce
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