Sometimes placing the subject of your photograph in the dead center of the photo creates a static image. You might try using the rule of thirds for a more dynamic image. Good luck in the challenge.
ok, what image says to me is that somebody let you take their picture, but was not exactly thrilled with it, leaving you with an image that documents that you were out in a field. basically, it comes across as a bad snapshot taken with a good camera. but, with just a little tuning, though, you could turn this opportunity to your advantage--in the future. rather than shooting dead-on, simply lock your focus, and turn the camera to the right or left, capturning an interesting part of the background, as well. or, change your perspective dramatically. ask your subject to knell so that you can tower over them, or, throw yourself on the ground and shoot up at them. the point is, don't just shoot straight. have fun with your camera. learn to see beyond what is simply right in front of you. and, if shooting people, work with them so that they are having fun, and not just feeling that you are pointing a camera straight at them. and, as for challenges, keep in mind, you need to engage the viewers with something that will keep their interest and not give them reasons to simply blow by your entry. from the looks of things here, if you had waited just a bit, until the sun was starting to set, you could have used a fill flash to capture your subject, as well as some pretty dramatic skies. hope this helps some, good luck in the future!
Good exposure and focus. Now dont think I am being mean but there are a few things that I would have done differently.
Although a lot of people say you should never put a subject in the centre of a photo I do not agree - if it works do it. However I dont think it works here. If you look at the person it looks like the tree is growing out of head! (I have done this so many times!). If you had positioned the person more to the right or left of the frame it might have looked totally different. Also try changing this to black and white and see if that would have been better. Anyway I hope these comments help and I wish you good luck.
Centered subject with harsh shadows on the face, with tree growing out of back of head and deep dof resulting in distracting background... a great example of a typical snapshot.
Try waiting for a different time of day when the light is low and less harsh, use rule of thirds for your subject and try experimenting with a reflector. Make sure the background is not distracting, and try some more flattering poses and expressions without the strap around the neck.
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