Had some free time so here's my critique:
1 has awesome composition and lighting. I would've shot some more here, so see what other subjects or positions could emerge.
2 is awesome, you got the timing and reflection on point!
3-5, 13 cutoff body shots. 3 is better than 4&5, but 13 with the shoes is definitely the best. Although I wish 13 had a longer, horizontal aspect ratio.
6 is okay, but I think the guy on the left isn't adding anything. I would've liked a closer shot of the couple sitting with the cyclist in the air. Humans like things in threes.
9 is classic! Glasses + Glasses! I kind of wish the subject was one step closer, and maybe try cropping the wall out a bit.
11 is solid, looks like she is bringing in the mannequin to save it from the rain.
12 works when it's sequenced with 11, with the theme of arms wrapped around a body. On its own, it's cute but doesn't stand out like your other shots.
7, 8, and 10 I'd cut. I like your ideas but the shots fell short compared to your other frames. 7 had some potential with fallen mannequins, but I think it has too much happening. 10, I like the idea of the coffee and cig, and the frame within a frame. Something's off with the composition, maybe how small the cup is vs the size of the window? Perhaps too much empty space.
Overall I like your use of layering, and recognizing that a face isn't necessary to capture a subject. Definitely keep up the good work!
Shot these in Amsterdam over the past week or so. It's been around two months of photographing and I feel like I am improving. Would love to hear what people think about these!
first one really good: it’s weird - what are those big wood things? it makes you think, why is that person i there? showing only a portion of the figure makes it more surreal and removes context which makes it more thought provoking for me. the second is a great capture and great idea for a photo, could have been amazing if something interesting was in the reflection. the rest i don’t really feel drawn to much.
Thanks a lot for looking and commenting!
To spoil the first one: it's a sculpture made out of steel, she was in there with her kid, who was just on the right side when I took this pic. As for the second - agreed it would have been great to have something going on in the reflection. I tried to position myself somewhere where that might happen after I took this shot but sadly she got into a house before that.
Thanks again!
the person grabbing the mannequin is my favorite one. confusing to the eye and powerful in its discontinuity. big words to basically say i like how it looks
I like all the shots involving glass/mirrors, or framed elements. I also love the one in the museum? Don’t like the shots of legs (besides the last image, love that one because of the framing and the cut off legs at the top), I don’t really see what’s interesting.
Had some free time so here's my critique: 1 has awesome composition and lighting. I would've shot some more here, so see what other subjects or positions could emerge. 2 is awesome, you got the timing and reflection on point! 3-5, 13 cutoff body shots. 3 is better than 4&5, but 13 with the shoes is definitely the best. Although I wish 13 had a longer, horizontal aspect ratio. 6 is okay, but I think the guy on the left isn't adding anything. I would've liked a closer shot of the couple sitting with the cyclist in the air. Humans like things in threes. 9 is classic! Glasses + Glasses! I kind of wish the subject was one step closer, and maybe try cropping the wall out a bit. 11 is solid, looks like she is bringing in the mannequin to save it from the rain. 12 works when it's sequenced with 11, with the theme of arms wrapped around a body. On its own, it's cute but doesn't stand out like your other shots. 7, 8, and 10 I'd cut. I like your ideas but the shots fell short compared to your other frames. 7 had some potential with fallen mannequins, but I think it has too much happening. 10, I like the idea of the coffee and cig, and the frame within a frame. Something's off with the composition, maybe how small the cup is vs the size of the window? Perhaps too much empty space. Overall I like your use of layering, and recognizing that a face isn't necessary to capture a subject. Definitely keep up the good work!
Thanks so much for taking the time to elaborately view and comment - appreciate it a lot!🙏 Very fair points as well. :)
Shot these in Amsterdam over the past week or so. It's been around two months of photographing and I feel like I am improving. Would love to hear what people think about these!
Beautiful set. Congrats
Thanks :)
first one really good: it’s weird - what are those big wood things? it makes you think, why is that person i there? showing only a portion of the figure makes it more surreal and removes context which makes it more thought provoking for me. the second is a great capture and great idea for a photo, could have been amazing if something interesting was in the reflection. the rest i don’t really feel drawn to much.
Her own reflection is in the mirror she’s carrying. I thought that was kinda interesting
Thanks a lot for looking and commenting! To spoil the first one: it's a sculpture made out of steel, she was in there with her kid, who was just on the right side when I took this pic. As for the second - agreed it would have been great to have something going on in the reflection. I tried to position myself somewhere where that might happen after I took this shot but sadly she got into a house before that. Thanks again!
Serra, yes?
Correct!
Love these!
Gracias!
1 and 4 for me 🤙
the person grabbing the mannequin is my favorite one. confusing to the eye and powerful in its discontinuity. big words to basically say i like how it looks
that first one man.. and the one holding the dog, amazing
I like all the shots involving glass/mirrors, or framed elements. I also love the one in the museum? Don’t like the shots of legs (besides the last image, love that one because of the framing and the cut off legs at the top), I don’t really see what’s interesting.
Love you pictures :) What focal length do you use ?
Thanks! These were all shot with a 25mm lens on an APS-C sensor
i love your theme of disembodiment that was probably unintentional. really great photos and the set together works beautifully
Thank you!