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Russian Dolls


Russian Dolls
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Copyright: Paul and Roxy Fry (prfry) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 108 W: 68 N: 91] (558)
Genre: Places
Medium: Black & White
Date Taken: 2009-07-03
Categories: Abstract
Camera: Canon EOS 1000D, Canon EF 50mm 1:1.8 II
Exposure: f/1.8, 1/25 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-07-02 21:55
Viewed: 175
Points: 8
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
I've been away from Treklens for too long; very busy with my final year at dental school! It's the winter break so I thought I'd get back into it.

These dolls were a gift from my brother when he returned from his travels which included a stop in Russia. Placed them on a glass coffee table, focused on the little one and took the picture. That's pretty much it.

Personally I find the composition a little funny; the focus point does not follow the rule of 1/3's and I find it too symmetrical and centred. Feedback is most welcome!

Roxanne

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  • Nagel Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 43 W: 82 N: 94] (474)
  • [2009-07-02 23:38]

Hi Roxy,
I really like your composition!
The way the bigger figures fade into blurriness and are reflected, gives a wonderful dof. I like the choice of sepia though I am curious about what colour your matrjoshkas have.

kindest regards,
Heike

Shallow depth of field works for this close-up shot Roxanne, colour version would have had a stronger impact on the viewer, perhaps getting rid of the dust off the surface would improve your shot too, good luck in your final year :)

aK

Hi Paul/Roxy,

Great creativity and result. YOur DOF used here is very effective and conversion to B&W a great choice. THe dust particles on the glass does diminish the outcome a little. I personally have no issue with the 'thirds' rule not being observed here, the 50/50 split black - white composition is appealing to me. TFS.

Regards,
Martyn

hello stranger how are you see your photgraphy skills have not suffered with you abcess sorry absense i like this shot good dof and reflection tfs
regards bryan

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