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On a rainy day..
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I was going through some images yesterday and I came across this one. Initially I wasn’t a huge fan of this shot, but when I printed it A3 it looked really well, so decided to post it here for critique. Normally I size down my images a little more than what this one is at, but due to the detail in the shot, sizing it down any more gets to the point where IMO just too much detail is lost. Comments welcome.
If you do want to look at the full sized version (Warning: It’s 4 Megs) then you can see it here http://www.thewonderoflight.com/misc/archfull.jpg
When I launch the full sized version it appears to be very grainy i.e. it seems to be a different photo.
I like the framing here. I believe this monument is known as the traitors’ gate. The sombre look seems to suit the weather too.Personally I would crop maybe 15% off the bottom – it doesn’t really add any impact or interest to the photo. The inscription obviously means something, and I presume that is why you have kept it in – I think the suggested crop would place more emphasis on that aspect. It might also have the effect of moving the archway away from the centre of the image?
I like the grain which is very evident in the original!I think you were right to display a larger version of this one, as detail is the key! The level of sharpening seems spot on, as does the amount of noise. There is enough to give the image that nice grainy feel, without looking artificial.
I like the composition as it is, I wouldn’t crop anything off the bottom. The pools of water and subtle reflections add atmosphere to the scene, in fact they are the biggest clue as to the wet conditions.
I think this is a prime contender for a warm Split-Toning look. I know you love B&W, but for more details PM me.
I think I would have preferred to see more of the cornice than more of the tarmac-
then brandyman’s suggestion of cropping the tarmac to mirror the entablature (I think) is a good one.
This is a picture of days gone by, I take it?
Would make a nice print-
very correct geometry-joolsveer wrote:
When I launch the full sized version it appears to be very grainy i.e. it seems to be a different photo.
I like the framing here. I believe this monument is known as the traitors’ gate. The sombre look seems to suit the weather too.It’s the same photo alright, but when you size down you lose a lot of the grain. In fact, you lose a lot of the detail too, hence me posting the full sized version. And you’re absolutely correct, this is indeed Traitors Gate, but why it’s called that, I have no idea :?:
brandyman wrote:
Personally I would crop maybe 15% off the bottom – it doesn’t really add any impact or interest to the photo. The inscription obviously means something, and I presume that is why you have kept it in – I think the suggested crop would place more emphasis on that aspect. It might also have the effect of moving the archway away from the centre of the image?
I like the grain which is very evident in the original!I think I left it in, just to complete the picture really. I’m sure it does mean something, but as latin isn’t my strongest subject, I haven’t a clue what it is :D Thanks for the suggestion on the crop.. I’m not convinced about your suggestion to be honest, but I appreciate the response and thanks for sending on your version to me.
Thanks for the comments everyone. I think this is definitely a shot which needs to be seen in print for full impact. I posted it to guage the response to see whether or not I should enter it for tomorrows club competition.
Still undecided?
ciaran wrote:
……. this is indeed Traitors Gate, but why it’s called that, I have no idea :?:
I found this on the web:
“In another corner, however, stands Fusiliers’ Arch in memory of Dubliners who died fighting for Britain. Unlike a missing statue of King George II, the monument, also known as Traitors’ Gate, survived the long struggle for independence.
It did not escape unscathed, however. Like the nearby Royal College of Surgeons, the arch is pockmarked with bullet holes from the 1916 Easter Rising when insurgents took over the park under the command of another unlikely duo — socialist rebel Michael Mallin and Anglo-Irish aristocrat Countess Markievicz.”Interesting history – and maybe it isn’t grain after all, it may be bullet holes….. :lol:
ciaran wrote:
I’m sure it does mean something, but as latin isn’t my strongest subject, I haven’t a clue what it is :D
Have a look at the original where it is clearer – the inscription above is in Old English! It is in memory of the Royal Dublin Fusiliers.
It’s a memorial to the Dublin Fusiliers who died fighting on the British side in the Boer War in South Africa. There were Irishmen on the other side too.
i love these kind of shots, wouldnt touch the bootom of the shot it leads u in.
just leave the bloddy thing alone. Jesus if it aint broke dont fix it LOL
Well considering the cost of A3+ premium paper and damn inks.. it’s HIGHLY unlikely I’ll be printing it again anyway :lol: . But thanks again for the comments and suggestions.
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