Queen of the Mountain

Image Critiques Macro/Close-up Critiques
1

-20240814-_7R43241-untitled-Edit-Edit.jpg
-20240814-_7R43241-untitled-Edit-Edit.jpg2048×1564 1.52 MB

Critique Style Requested: Standard

The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image.

Description

I saw this Bumblebee overnighting on a cone flower this morning and had to get out the pseudo-macro lens to see what I could do with her.

Specific Feedback

I liked the idea of shooting from a bit under her level and getting her partially behind the bloom. Does it work for anyone else?

Technical Details

Sony A7Riv, FE 70-200 f/4 “macro” @ 200 mm, tripod, f/22, 1/40, iso 640. Processed in LR & PS CC. Microcontrast enhancement to the bee, luminosity adjustments locally and globally and a few removals of annoying small elements in the image. Taken at 6:50 this morning under overcast skies.

Critique Template

Use of the template is optional, but it can help spark ideas.

  • Vision and Purpose:
  • Conceptual:
  • Emotional Impact and Mood:
  • Composition:
  • Balance and Visual Weight:
  • Depth and Dimension:
  • Color:
  • Lighting:
  • Processing:
  • Technical:
2

This is a really fun peek a boo shot of the “queen” Dennis. Great focus on the eyes and great colors in the flower head. It is huge!

3

Yes, totally cool shot with a wonderful perspective! It evokes a wide angle feel. You could have a second version with the petals cropped off and go even more abstract.

4

This is great, Dennis. And it needs to be viewed in the large view to really appreciate the peek a boo look. Nicely seen and captured.

5

Dennis: I love coneflowers and then to get a really good bee on top is the icing on the cake. Great find and a fine capture. >=))>