Note to self...burlap is a nice background, but sure does add data to the filesize! I had to blur the heck out of this to get the image down to 200k, even then at a compression level of 10.
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2 didn't like the background, 5 did. :-)
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Hi Barry,
I think your intention with size reduction had really done the photo a huge disfavor here!
What I like about the photo: - As a product shot, I think there is consideration for the stage setting. I can see this in an advert spread or in a magazine page.
- I like the use of burlap. It's a good choice of background and allow the subject to blend into the image.
What could have been improved: - Unlike your other execution of a clean sharp image like: the blur effect makes the photo a little "out of focus" as a whole. I'm sure The original version would had been much better.
- The cropping is a little tight on top, bottom and right, making it tougher for a full bleed usage.
I like the background; I think it goes well with the product. I also like the composition. One small nitpick--the out-of-focus yellow lid is drawing my eye.
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