Challenge:Black & White (Classic Editing) Camera:Olympus C-2020Z Location: San Francisco Date: May 27, 2002 Aperture: n/a auto flash ISO: n/a auto flash Shutter: n/a auto flash Date Uploaded: May 29, 2002
This is one of those photos I don't think used black and white very effectively -- it only seems to detract from the effect of the photo, rather than adding to it.
Cool! Very good focus, nice contrasts, good flash level. You've left me nothing to "pick on". Nice "interest" shot, it pulls you in well. Photo 10 Creativity 8 B&W 10 total 9
If bubble makers were your interesting you should have fill the screen a bit more with them. I see a great photo within your photo. Look at the girl on the left. She looks perfect holding up this ring and looking at it with wonder. If you would have just gotten down on one knee would have taken the picture across the table to that little girl you would have a great picture. Also unless your subject is a shadow or you are taking things at sunset or sunrise with attractive shadows, try to avoid them. You have bad shadow to the left of the boys face on the right. That sort of thing detracts from your picture.
This image has a snapshot quality for me. Ghe background distracts... both behind and in front of the fence. The headless person in the center is also a distraction. I like the idea. I think you could've done more with the composition to make it a great shot.