The Pipe
The photographer’s eye can sometimes be distracted by a shape, a color or a subject that, thou interesting in itself, will not make a suitable subject as first observed. Often there are images within the overall scene, but it takes work to root them out. When you see something that turns you on decide what it is and then take everything else out of the picture.
The photo presented here has possibilities. There are interesting color combinations, shapes worth exploring and lots of rust (one of my favorite textures). I imagine the person that took this shot was attracted by one or a combination of these possibilities. However I believe they tried too get to much in one shot.
I would suggest that the photographer, if possible, revisit this subject and get down and close to the detail and find elements that have graphic appeal. Find colors, shapes and textures that attract your eye and focus on them. I think there a number of possibilities in this scene but they are to be searched out and developed with close examination.
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March 16th, 2008 at 7:32 am
The main attraction in the picture was the rust. The challenge was avoiding a rather uncomplimentary background, and keeping the rust in some context. This was a high shot with the camera pointing down to cut out the background.
March 16th, 2008 at 10:12 am
Rust is always an interesting study for it’s color and texture. This subject cries out for some exercise in “Macro” photography. One can use a variety of options including screw-on macro (dioptric)filters, a prime macro lens, or extension tubes used in conjunction with your existing lens. This subject is worth a second visit!