You have composed an interesting shot here. You've used dof very well to isolate your main subjects against a pleasantly blurred background. I also like how the top part of the hinge is oof and the part connected to the lock is crisp. I helps pull my eye through the shot as does the angle of the elements.
I agree that the hot spot detracts a bit.
The blues and grays make a subtle color statement that completes the overall effect.
To make it a bit better? I think playing around with the location and angle of the light might add some punch to the rust tones and bring out some interesting shadows without interfering with your existing colors. The flat lighting, while effective, doesn't add depth or interest.
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I find it interesting how the focus drops away from the top to the bottom of the image.
Is that you reflected in the shiny metal of the lock? That bit is slightly distracting. I am unsure how you would 'fix' that in future shots. Perhaps someone with better knowledge could answer that...
Composition: Subject Placement, Cropping, Background 5
Technical: Focus, Exposure, Lighting, Processing 7
Appeal: Is it Interesting, Motivating, Etc.? 3
How well does it meet the challenge: 10
Total Averaged Rating 6.25 Dick
Composition: Subject Placement, Cropping, Background 7
Technical: Focus, Exposure, Lighting, Processing 7
Appeal: Is it Interesting, Motivating, Etc. 6
How well does it meet the challenge: 7
Total Averaged Rating(Rounded) 7
Simple yet effective. Good handling of DOF. The bight white on the lock is a tad of a detractor, but the reflection of what looks to be a flag is a plus.
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