After all, the reason to have a critique group is to afford us such insights in our own work. Bad form on my part to start arguing, really. My apologies.
Per
2003-11-16 kl. 20.57 skrev Qkano:
<<< However, I disagree with your conclusion that the sun should have been on the goats instead. OK, perhaps a stunning image, but certainly not *mine*. On a warm day, goats (like most furry animals, and most sensible humans) prefer the shade if available. As it is, I tried to show this little flock in harmony with their beautiful surroundings (the outskirts of Stockholm, not some exotic place). Had they been spotlit by the sun, the pic would have said "look at these cute goats!" or something; now I feel it shows a relaxed family at home. I probably wouldn´t even had exposed one frame if they had been sunlit.
How about if it was rephrased then.
"I think this shot would have been better on an overcast day".
The "problem" to my eye/taste is not really the goats themselves but the contrast to the bright grass behind them.
Of course, it's all only IMO.
Bob
