Since I was looking for details to photograph, the dice were a natural subject. As I was trying to get just the right composition, I noticed the reflection of the flags. I really like the additional element that the flags added to the photo, but, it did complicate my composition somewhat. I tried a lot of different looks, however, I settled on placing the dice on one of the power points and having the lines of the trunk move you towards them.
To make sure that I had really saturated colors, I set my exposure compensation to -1.0 EV.
Enjoy.
Camera settings: Nikon D700, 28-70mm f/2.8 at 62mm, shot at ISO 200, f/13 and 1/180th of a second with exposure compensation of -1.0 EV.
Post Processing:
Lightroom—Set white and black points, added mid-tone contrast, clarity.
Photoshop—used onOne Photo Tools Kuboto Lord of Rings and Hollywood Intensity filters to add an edgy look to the photo.
A photo that makes you look twice and then study it for a few minutes. It has several layers. I do think that the colors seem to compete against each other, but I do like the photo.
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I like edgy! Nice photo!! Makes me want to attend a car show. Nah!
ReplyDeleteGreat photography,if you would like to submit a picture or two to www.linkathought.com, it would be great! We are looking for great photographers to show off their work of art. Thanks Bren
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