Sun and wind

Image Critiques Weekly Challenge
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Description: When I made this photograph of plumes on grass, my intent was to show the wind but as I looked at it this week in light of “high-key,” I adjusted white/black points and wonder if it also works here.

Specific Feedback Requested: Does this image keep your interest or is it just blurry and bright? Again, I’m new with working in high-key, so your thoughts are valued.

Pertinent technical details or techniques: Sony 7000, 1/10 .f/22, ISO100, 210mm

Is this a composite? (focus stacks or exposure blends are not considered composites) No,a single image

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John, I like the patterns created by the blurred lighter plumes. It works for me.

I do notice several dust spots that could be cleaned up. These become more prominent with longer exposures, of course.

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“Several?!?” You are being polite. I could blame it on using my small screen in bright light but still! Here it is cleaned up. Thank you. And thanks for your positive comments about the photo too.

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John, you’ve got a nice feeling of clear but not drastic motion here. While it might take away the high-key aspect, I wonder how more contrast would look, especially between the white and the greys in the top half.

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Thanks, Mark. I worked a bit more with it, given your comments, and think it IS improved. Maybe not a great image but one I can learn from. Thank you.

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Hi John, I too like the patterns you’ve captured, seemingly radiating out from the lower right. Your reworked version is much better with the increased contrast.

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Thanks Jim. Not sure it qualifies as high-key but it works. I appreciate your feedback.