Depth Of Field

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16 Aug 2010 - 7:04 PM

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There are some interesting elements to this picture, Ash, but I'm not sure they work as a whole. You have processed well to give the texture and variation in the stonework and a good contrast.

The tree has got some amazing shape and texture as have the ruins around it, and there is the contrast of the daffodils, but overall they don't relate well - it's not clear what the subject of the picture is or where the eye is going to focus.

You also have the problem of this time of year that a blank sky shows through the leafless branches and gives a whiteness that is just distracting.

I think it's one of those situations where you've got a lovely scene in front of you but it's hard to make it into a photograph.

The solution is not easy when your not there, but I would be looking for a detail in the tree to stand against something interesting in the background (there's nothing you can do about the sky).

As it stands I think you would have more impact with a portrait format, cropping towards the middle and using the shape of the central walls and space to give you your composition.

I hope that doesn't sound too critical - you've spotted a good subject and I think you have focused on the amazing tree but need to work out how to make the other elements complement it.

(I have added a little in the B&W Group posting too.)