Challenge:Square (Classic Editing) Camera:Canon EOS-D30 Location: Studio 1-11-79 Date: Jan 26, 2003 Aperture: f27 ISO: 100 Shutter: 1 second Galleries:Abstract Date Uploaded: Jan 26, 2003
Technically, this is a very good shot. I don't know what kind of lens you used, but whatever it is worked well. F27 seems a bit drastic :) I believe you were going for strong depth of field, which you achieved.
I believe the 'sharpness' could be a little stronger in this image. Maybe a quick pass with the photoshop sharpen filter?
The color of the light reflecting off the metallic surface is also picking up a yellow glow from your light source. A little desaturation on the yellow/red channels may have brightened this up a little also :)
The image is very strong technically... that is good work for sure. Subjectively, I think it's a little weaker maybe. In the past, I have always strived for technical perfection in my images also. I am in a stage now where I'm trying to integrate technical excellence with subjective 'wow' factor at the same time...
The use of the compass makes this an original image (and it adds color without breaking the balance), the combination of angles is very good.
Good lighting, nice frame.
You are the only one who actually naided it right on. Besides that this is a really good photo. I especially like the color to it.. Great composition with really good execution. Nice border. Because you nailed it with a good photo you get a 10.