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• germma (9554)
• [2008-07-09 1:13]

Good morning Helen,
very nice image, good timeing,
excellent details..

TFS

Regards!

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• juyona (12756)
• [2008-07-09 1:15]

Hola amiga,
interesante trabajo,
bello momento y pov,
excelente encuadre y original escena,
saludos Helen.

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• Portraits_Only (67)
• [2008-07-09 1:15]
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The shot is well composed and I think the pp work in terms of the frame is a distraction, not an aid to the overall presentation. Apologies but I think the shot is certainly strong enough to stand on its own without the frame.

At least that was until i read your note properly and realised you have actually been clever in trying to disguise the rope! So many congratulations on the clever work and a slap on the wrist for me for jumping to conclusions!

As I mentioned, I think the composition is strong and the image interesting, especially the dog in the carriage. It's a slight shame the face of the gentleman isnt more clear, but the sunshine and shadow combination was the issue there.

A strong and interesting image.

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• trampas (2342)
• [2008-07-09 1:19]
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hi helen.
this is still a fine image regardless of its minor flaws.
it is great to see this magnificent animal in its glory. he looks as if he is enjoying himself, ears up and trotting with a proud gait.
i will show this to my equine fixated wife later once she has finished working with the horses, here, at the school.

just one last note;
would somebody, please, feed that dog. wow! is that thing skinny? ;)

your series is beautiful.
Brian

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• jone (16675)
• [2008-07-09 1:29]

Greetings Helen ;)))
Have a nice day,
J ;)

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• Ejtaan (9192)
• [2008-07-09 1:57]

I think this guy is tall enough Helen! It sure is a beauty and I guess that counts even more...

I must say that I really do like this view, the angle is great.
I do miss a bit of detail/contrast in the people's faces, but... that is not quite the subject of this image. The horse has many details!!
Good composition due to the fact that there are little or no other people in the pic!
Nice work!

Cheers,
Anneke

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• lgfoto (2120)
• [2008-07-09 2:01]

Hi Helen, beautifull shot with dreamy atmosphere and very ballanced composition. Very suitfull framing.TFS

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• Radarflyer (1101)
• [2008-07-09 2:06]

Hi Helen,
Its so difficult to notice ever distraction when you are shooting at shows like this and its not till you get home and download them that you see them, but I applaude you for making this shot fantastic. I love the detail and the the colours.
This horse is so lovely, its unusual to see a horse of this size pulling a 4 wheel scurry trap but he looks like he is enjpying it.
TFS
Jane

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• patshoo (726)
• [2008-07-09 2:19]

Smart and charming scene,POV and composition made an attractive action scene.Good work,TFS.

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• jonathanhart (9963)
• [2008-07-09 3:35]

well framed, nice scene, is the dog ready to jump ?
regards
jo

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• riverfriends (6674)
• [2008-07-09 4:59]

Hi Helen:
You have done a pro work here:)
Superb angle, and though the faces may not be that lit but such an mazing feel with this contrast...
superb details & 'stop-action' that you have mastered!
david

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• shelbeesmom (32272)
• [2008-07-09 5:21]

No, I REALLY like this one Helen and the motion probably causes a tad bit of unsharp, but I like it! Nice details! The horses stand out BOLD in this shot! Super composition here!
B-)
Linda

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• gabbypal (3799)
• [2008-07-09 7:22]

Hi Helen,
how nice to live in this beautiful countryside
and away 'from the madding crowd'. Lovely soft picture and a marvelous horse. Best & T>Y>
Janos

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• RSK (3103)
• [2008-07-09 9:59]

Hi Helen,like any event one can't get a clear shot of the main subject as there are to many distracting elements, crowds,tents,etc,etc.so you have done well to capture the strength & beauty of this horse.I'm not sure if a flash would have helped in making the peoples faces a little more clearer but as they are not your main subject its a week point on
my critiquing.I like the inclusion of the greyhound,hope I got the right breed,it looks as though he may take off at any minute.Hope your weather is improving.This looks like a great days outing.
TFS

Ron

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• lele (3920)
• [2008-07-09 10:53]

ciao helen....simpaticissimo lavoro...ottimo soggetto...belli i dettagli e i colori...complimenti per la presentazione....
lele

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• Royaldevon (7808)
• [2008-07-09 11:27]

Hello Helen,

I really like this.
As you say, the angle is just right and the subject, wow!

I see why you think it is not sharp enough but a few minor adjustments make a great difference. I cannot do a w/s as I am at my limit for the day but this is what I tried:
isolated drivers' faces, lightened, brightened and sharpened. isolated horse and sharpened. It worked very well!

Thanks for this.
It is a lovely shot.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

pl :-)

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• hay_kes (35354)
• [2008-07-09 13:33]

Hi Helen,
Very beautiful photo vith excellent atmosphere.TFS.
Cheers,

hAyAti

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• Silke (23100)
• [2008-07-09 14:21]

You're right -- the quality is just not as fine as your earlier ones, but I do like the PoV an composition
TFs
silke

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• Refugee (24138)
• [2008-07-09 15:28]

Sharp it may not be Helen but sharp enough for me. A good POV, nice colour and well framed. A real chunky horse that one,
David

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• Doudou (2710)
• [2008-07-10 1:33]

Bonjour Helen,

Joli cliché de ce superbe cheval blanc accompagné de ces élégants conducteurs au chapeau blanc
Bien vu et surtout jolie prse de vue!!!
Amicalement Odile :)

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• luckybry (874)
• [2008-07-10 5:32]

very nice shot Helen and well noted also