I originally tried to get the woody in focus as well, but because of the lack of depth in the image (as in from lens to backdrop) I had to basically shoot a macro shot which, even with f/22, could not give me enough DoF to get the woody in focus. That said, I realized as I looked at the original unedited image before I went to edit it that I prefer having the woody out of focus because it adds dimensionality to what would otherwise have been a very flat and simple feeling image.
As I mentioned in my very short comment during the challenge, I really like this concept. What worked for me with this was the OOF actual woody and the in focus "on film" woody, both in the same pose. I'm not exactly sure WHY this works for me, but it does. I find it interesting that a lot of the other commenters wanted the real woody in focus - I don't think that I do at all - it would change the tenor of the picture completely. Composition with the strong diagonal works well.
The toning also works quite well, though given the "darkroom" imagery, I could also see it toned in red. And you do mention cloning out sensor dust - you missed a few. It's not something I noticed during the challenge but is something when I spend more time with the picture.
Nice work - this is the second of yours that's shown up on my "it's in my top 10, why not everyone else's?" list (the other was the feather).
Great duotone, interesting colours. The sharpness in the negative is great, just my opinion, I'd have liked to have seen this through out the image. The photo doesn't tell a story as cleanly as some of the photos, however taken on purely face value - I like it -6
I stopped and looked at this one for a while. It's cute. Honestly, I'm trying to figure out what is in the frame(s) of film next to the Woody negative. Probably not your intent. The color cast is also a little uncomfortable. If you're going to shift did you consider blue or even B/W? Sorry, I wish I could put my finger on what isn't pulling this off for me. :( Best of luck to you in the challenge.
Not sure I like the green or the dof. But it is a great concept and very imaginative. If the frame is the point of view, it doesn't stand strong enough for me.
COOOL!!! Love the green. I wish the big woody on the right were a tad more in focus. I understand the shallow DOF, but to me, it would've worked had the entire shot been in focus. Maybe not... just thinking out loud.
Interesting idea and image, good composition, nice curve made by the film. I'm not certain about the DOF choice, I think that the woody begs for attention versus the film frame, so I'm looking for sharpness/DOF to include woody.
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