This is my first submission, so all feedback is very welcome. My camera is only 1.3MP, although I won't use that as an excuse! :-)
The props were put on a cream cloth near two large windows. That provided good light, but the day was quite overcast, meaning shadows were not too sharp.
The photo was taken with a flash, but using a piece of paper to soften and reduce the brightness. Tripod and timer were used to improve focus.
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Seems like the colors here are muted, like the brightness was over brightened. Makes it look like there's a haze over the shot. I like the idea, and your focus and clarity are good. It does portray the song, and lighting is good as well. Good luck in the challenge.
Seems a little overly pale, even the pen. (Did you lighten the brightness?) Maybe try re-saturating the color afterwards (If this is what you did) 6 Swash
The image looks a little washed out. Perhaps you were working without enough light. Also perhaps a different background (like a wooden desk) might have made the sheet of paper stand out more. The comosition of objects is good though.
rather washed out. White paper on off-white background? Can't tell if is out of focus or if appears this was because it is washed out. Not too sure how they feel about this note here either. I think they look down on it. Photo wise though I can only give it a 4. PTL
Unfortunately, this photo lacks punch. It could have stood more contrast, as well as a litlle more colour saturation. The soft focus works in this case, because of the mood represented.