The photographer is looking for thoughtful feedback on the image as a whole, especially around the areas noted below.
Feedback Focus: Artistic + Technical
About This Image
I watched this spider and beetle circle each other on the leaf. I was kind of hoping that the spider would attack the beetle so I could get to photograph the action (sorry, beetle!). But they chose to co-exist peacefully and then went their separate ways without any bloodshed. Nevertheless, this was a moment of tension when it was still not clear what the spider’s intent was.
Feedback Requested
I’d appreciate any feedback. The focus on the beetle is not as sharp as I would have liked because they were moving around, and it was difficult to maintain focus. I thought the story-telling aspect would make up for the imperfect focus. What do you think?
Technical Details
Fuji X-T5
Fuji 80mm/f2.8
On-camera Godox flash + Cygnustech diffuser
Dxo Photolab, Topaz AI sharpening, Nik Color Efex, Photoshop
Canan: Good action indeed and I think the sharpness of the beetle is OK. My only suggestion would be a tighter crop to bring even more attention to the antagonists and to diminish the impact of the dark leaf shadow in the ULC. This does tell a cool story so kudos for a good find and the persistence to follow the action. >=))>
Oh, the suspense, Canan, that you captured here. It appears that the beetle has no idea that there is a threat in the area. He is just taking his walk like any other time. Love the spider oof in the BG. Well done!
I think your sharpness will work just fine except amongst a bunch of pixel peeping fellow photographers, Canan. I really like the juxtaposition of the beetle and the spider. The tighter crop looks definitely interesting.
Canan, the view does look dramatic, like there’s about to be an attack. I’m sure you had fun watching and waiting. It does leave you wondering why there wasn’t a battle. I think the beetle is decently sharp. The somewhat oof spider is well placed.
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