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    As I quite liked the composition of this image but was not happy with regular edit I added " More blur" in PSE.
    Also darkened and increased saturation.
    Details: Pentax K10D, Kit Lens 18-55mm @ 28mm.Taken late morning against the light.
    1/125sec @ F6.7 No EV compensation Multi-segment metering.
    Suggestions and advice appreciated.
    Ian Mc

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    I couldn't resist this one - looks like the River Avon in Hagley Park.

    I like the colours and the atmosphere but I think the composition isn't quite working for me. The dark area on the right of the image is too dominant and I can't find a point of view - my eyes aren't sure whether to follow the river or head out on the open space and bright area through to the left.

    Nevertheless - lots of nostalgia for my old home town!

    Thanks,

    Gerald

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    Ian,

    I have to agree with Gerald's assessment, lacking a center of interest, the viewer does not know what to look for in the image. Though I am sure there area images that blurring it would be a good artistic affect, I think landscapes generally don't fall into that arena unless you get really wild and go for that "out-of-the-box" look - like making it look like a watercolor painting. For me, I want to see depth and detail in the image.

    Compositionally, you placed the river well as it is a diagonal and comes in from the left corner. Diagonals and leading lines work well in images to guide the viewer.

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    Thanks Gerald and Robert
    I think I must have been blinkered by the river !!!
    Like the point of eyes following line of interest into the frame.
    Cheers: Ian Mc

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    Hi Ian,
    I'm thinking the light was definitely working against you here. Late afternoon may change things so you should take a look at that time. The above comments are also correct but you should try this same shot on a foggy or overcast day............then minimize the sky areas as much as possible! Different times of day/weather add different moods to landscapes...............worth exploring!

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    Thanks Roman
    After watching David Noton's DVD this should have registered with me !!!
    Appreciate you re-enforcing the value of mood lighting for this kind of picture.
    Cheers: Ian Mc

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    Here is a re-edit of this image.
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    Ian,

    Roman brought up some great suggestions on getting the right light and/or atmospheric conditions - that would make a big difference here. The scene looks better in focus with good DOF. It is all about the light so worth a revisit.

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    Thanks Robert
    Will explore Roman's options regarding more suitable light and composition
    Sounds like a good challenge.
    Cheers: Ian Mc

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