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What a beautifully timed shot. Loved the lighting of the figure as she is illuminated by the light flowing from the skylight and how the rest of the frame is under lit making sure all attention is on figure. I also appreciated how the repetitive light circles from the skylights above give depth to the image and how the lone figure dominates the frame as she is walking into one such pools of light. The "traffic" at the far end of the alley might be a but distracting, especially so since the lines lead there, but overall the composition is works very well. Thank you for sharing your inspirational work.
The slivers of light and the position of the figures, whether intentional or accidental, really make this composition stand out. I really appreciate the atmosphere and the mood conveyed by the low light in contrast with the light and the details that are subtly present and emerge as the viewer stays with the image without taking center stage.
Thank you for sharing your truly inspirational shot.
...either way a beautifully timed capture. Appreciate how the "mystery figure" is framed by the buildings left and right and silhoutted against the animated sky feeding the mystery while the sky above with the sunset painting the clouds with colorful steaks add to the drama. A very inspirational composition. Thank you for sharing.
I was really drawn into this capture. The colors, the light, the reflections on the wet pavement and walls, the composition of the lone figure in the center, all work so well. There are a couple of distractors, like the orange light on the doorbell on the right, that might steal some attention but overall an inspiring shot. Thank you for sharing.
A very well composed shot. I know I will be looking at puddles with a different perspective from now on. Appreciate how the reflection draws the eyes and puts emphasis on the tower. All distractions of the busy alley are removed and it serves as a leading line to the actual tower ahead.
Thank you for sharing this truly inspiring work.
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Enter your photos of alleys, whether in picturesque villages or busy city centres, that capture the atmosphere and life of alleys. There is often something about alleys that render them photogenic; light, frame, guiding lines. Colour and black and white photos are welcomed.
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