Glowfari - Oakland Zoo

3 years ago by Justin to c/photocritique

It's hard taking pictures in the dark. We went to see the Glowfari lanterns at the Oakland Zoo and this was my favorite photo. I like the composition with my daughter here looking at the clam shell but I always struggle with how dark is too dark and wonder if I should brighter up the subject a bit.

load all comments
clicky 4 points 3 years ago

This is a cool photo!

My main critique is that there is too much light on the left. I think the composition would be stronger if the camera were closer to your daughter to show the light hitting her face, and possibly with more darkness behind her. The squiggly lights in the background are fighting for attention with your daughter, when it really feels like her silhouette (lit by the light in front of her) should be the subject.

I like the colors though, and I don’t think she’s too dark (like you mentioned). Great photo! :)

path: 0 672526, hotness: undefined, score: 4, children: 1
mrpibb 2 points 3 years ago

Thanks! I think you’re right. This would look better cropped a little tighter.

path: 0 672526 674147, hotness: undefined, score: 2, children: 0
photocritique
photocritique

@lemmy.world

login for more options
451
42
1

A community to critique photographs and learn from others.


Rules
  • OC only for critique
  • Film & Digital are both welcome!
  • General photography questions are also welcome
  • Critique requestor should critique their own work (it really helps!)
  • Above all, be kind :)

Trying to create a similar space to /r/photocritique

go to feed...