This was an experiment to see how the image would turn out without back, side or front lighting. Photographed with only a 100 watt overhead can lighting. Vase was placed on an irridescent silver paper. No flash; however, the results were on the dark side, and ultimately I lightened it a bit in Photoshop, cropped an edge that was showing and desaturated some. Being irridescent, the bend in the paper resulted in 2 colors where the light hit. After that bit of adjusting in PS, I was then satisfied that the image was good enough to submit in the challenge. We shall see. As I said, this was an experiment.
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Interesting background you have going on here, two different light sources? Good exposure on the vase, perfect. This vase has some very interesting texture, which, in combination with a different light source could yeild some interesting shadows.
This is a nice image. The terra cotta goes well with your choice of background and lighting. The coral/peach color along the horizon brings out the color in the vase. I also like the way the light plays on the surface - it gives me an impression of a sunset viewed through a cloud layer so the light and color is diffused. I do find the white light a bit harsh where it is centered in the background. It looks as though there is a barrier between it and the subject, but its still a little bright especially compared to the soft color along the image's horizon. Focus is great, nice and crisp. 6
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