The message The creative input (blurriness, brightness, etc.) de-emphasizes the water used to create this image and allows the viewer to project his own thoughts and imaginations aroused by it. The differences above and below the definite edge are dramatic and obvious, and provide much fodder for the imagination. The title (chaos to calm) is but one possibility. For me, it reflects the creative process with a lot of jumbled possibilities finally emerging to a coherent stream. Others who make the effort to try will see different things. To me, that makes this a very successful image.
Creative choices As mentioned, it is the creative choices that make this image work so well, and they are great. The lighting puts emphasis right where it is needed. The background with unfocused spots works well (certainly better than a solid or gradient color would). The colors match the shapes of the corresponding areas well. The relative amounts of space in the two areas is pleasing. The slanted edge adds energy as does the vertical format; this isn't an image for one to just sit back and enjoy. Viewer involvement is needed and invited.
Technical aspects Focus, exposure, color rendition, and sharpness were all carefully controlled to achieve the final result.
I wonder how many people have twisted their necks to see how this looked the 'right' way up! Great shot and I love the colours (achieved mainly in camera then?).
Yep, all I did in photoshop was resize, usm, rotate, and brightness/contrast. I've written a How'd They Do That which Drew said he would put on the site later today, if you're interested :)
I wonder how many people have twisted their necks to see how this looked the 'right' way up! Great shot and I love the colours (achieved mainly in camera then?).
I'm sorry, this is just too cool. I wouldn't be surprised to see this one get the blue ribbon. Only thing I can pick on is the hot spots, but I really kind of like them too. Color and composition are excellent, very impressive shot.
Cool, love the colors. The water seems to be a bit bright. Also, I don't know if I like the slope of the edge of the water, wonder if it would look better if it were more horizontal?
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