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GSPeP · November 7, 2013

An unusual picture, but I like it

Juano · November 7, 2013

Great abstract Eric. I like it a lot!

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black mamba · November 7, 2013

Got yourself a winner here, Eric. I can see this one getting great reviews at a showing of modern art. I'm torn, though, about the inclusion of the small, dark triangle on the extreme right. In one sense, I see that spot adding tension and drama....perhaps even a sense of uncertainty. On my monitor, I cropped out that spot and the overall scene assumed a more " peaceful " overture. Very interesting....it's amazing how little changes can affect perceptions.

I've always thought that, in dealing with subjects like this, a good picture will solicit a wide range of interpretations and reactions. This one sure does that. Bravo.

Take care,

Tom

Juano · November 7, 2013

black mamba wrote: »

Got yourself a winner here, Eric. I can see this one getting great reviews at a showing of modern art. I'm torn, though, about the inclusion of the small, dark triangle on the extreme right. In one sense, I see that spot adding tension and drama....perhaps even a sense of uncertainty. On my monitor, I cropped out that spot and the overall scene assumed a more " peaceful " overture. Very interesting....it's amazing how little changes can affect perceptions.

I've always thought that, in dealing with subjects like this, a good picture will solicit a wide range of interpretations and reactions. This one sure does that. Bravo.

Take care,

Tom

I saw the triangle too and it didn't bother me, I thought it added an additional layer of geometry. Now that Tom brought it up, I can see his point and think he is right. Great image nonetheless!

Earache · November 9, 2013

GSPeP wrote: »

An unusual picture, but I like it

Thanks for commenting Peter - your reaction is what I aim for in an image like this.

Earache · November 9, 2013

black mamba wrote: »

.....I cropped out that spot and the overall scene assumed a more " peaceful " overture. Very interesting....it's amazing how little changes can affect perceptions.
Take care,

Tom

Juano wrote: »

......I thought it added an additional layer of geometry. Now that Tom brought it up, I can see his point and think he is right.

Hey Guys!
Thanks for taking a critical look at this one - I really appreciate your comments and feedback!
So, I've used my on-screen cropping tool (an envelope

) many, many, times taking a look at your suggestion, and I have to agree with y'all - most of the time...
Tom is right - it is interesting how perceptions change, but, I keep going back and forth 'cause I originally left it in for the very reason Cristóbal mentioned - geometry.

The object in the image is an abstract metal sculpture on street display in downtown La Jolla, CA and I wish I could credit the artist, but, I did not note that fact...
I think it's important to mention because my image is just an interpretation of the artist's original work.
Search Google Maps (street view) - 1020 Prospect St., San Diego, CA to see the original in situ.

Eia · November 22, 2013

This would scream on a metal print!

kobistar · November 22, 2013

what is it?>

Earache · November 22, 2013

Eia wrote: »

This would scream on a metal print!

Thanks for commenting AnnaMaria... I may just try your suggestion!
Nice to see you online too... hope you'll be posting some new stuff!

kobistar wrote: »

what is it?>

Hi kobistar
Please see my last post for a description of the object and how to see it if interested.

Dogdots · November 27, 2013

Wonderful abstract

Earache · November 28, 2013

Dogdots wrote: »

Wonderful abstract

Thanks so much Mary - appreciate your feedback!

mayfly · November 29, 2013

Eric, I like the architecture of this image very much. I anted to add a comment on the post processing, which is really good.

rwells · November 30, 2013

I like the image

But, as much as I hate to, I agree with Tom

Earache · December 2, 2013

mayfly wrote: »

Eric, I like the architecture of this image very much. I anted to add a comment on the post processing, which is really good.

Thanks much for the comment mayfly - it seems well suited to B&W... the object was too red when processed in color.

rwells wrote: »

I like the image

But, as much as I hate to, I agree with Tom

Thanks for the feedback! I'm glad to know it pleases your expert eye Randy.
As for Tom, perhaps you can consider that agreement as his Christmas present...

Maestro · December 7, 2013

I was thinking a metal framing too...cool looking abstract.

Earache · December 8, 2013

Maestro wrote: »

I was thinking a metal framing too...cool looking abstract.

Thanks very much for your comment.... so, the consensus is - metal print... thanks for the tips youse guys - going to order one soon.

redleash · December 16, 2013

Eric, I really like this one a lot! The conversion is very, very well done. In person, I imagine the red sculpture is very striking but I have a hard time envisioning how a color image could be better than this one. But that triangle does bother me--and I don't mind in the least agreeing with Tom or Randy!

Excellent work.

Lauren

Earache · December 19, 2013

redleash wrote: »

....and I don't mind in the least agreeing with Tom or Randy!

Lauren

Oh... now you folks are just ganging-up on me

I have looked at that triangle a bunch and now I am on your side... but only 52 to 48 percent

Thanks so much for you comments and support Lauren - very appreciated.
Have a safe and warm Christmas!

redleash · December 20, 2013

And a Merry Christmas to you, Eric!

Lauren

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