Time to Rest
It is difficult to keep an open mind when photographing people or things we love. In our mind we see them through rose colored glasses. We know their personalities, their likes and dislikes so well we can only see them as wonderful. When presenting images to dispassionate viewers we have to ask ourselves is this an image that would appeal to them. If we think so, be honest and ask “why?”
The dog in this photograph has been photographed against a simple dark background with nice texture. The exposure on the subject is excellent, giving good detail throughout the highlight to shadow range. There is a good catch light in the eye giving the viewer the feeling that he is looking at us.
The only objection I have, as a viewer, to this image is the exposed gums and underside of tongue. I’m sorry but I just don’t find this appealing. The photo-artist as always is the one to make the final judgment about their image, but I find this angle of view unappealing.
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