You captured the essence of the moment very well.
March 20, 2026
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I believe there’s a real opportunity here. I might try capturing the bench and windows behind it from a different perspective. Alternatively, if the camera is pointed upwards from a very low angle almost on the floor it could create a majestic feel of a high ceiling.
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It is a creative post processing and suits the scene well.
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Thanks :)
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Thank you Doc !
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OK, I know Brian Duckett and his FB group. I was a member of the group for a while, but eventually left as I found it uninspiring and not very educational. There were a few very good photographers and some good shots, but that was it.
A few members of his group (and some other photographers I’ve read elsewhere) constantly criticise others’ work due to a lack of interesting elements, fleeting moments, etc. To a certain degree, I agree with them, but I think it doesn’t help anyone. Telling someone their work lacks whatever you are looking for is not constructive criticism.
It is not easy to provide meaningful, constructive criticism, particularly due to time constraints. I also find that we are not very good at receiving criticism and tend to become defensive. That’s why I usually refrain from giving it.
In relation to your skater shot, it is easy to see Brian’s point, but that does not make the photo a poor street photograph. It is technically good, nicely focused, and captures the subject and his shadow at the height of the motion. -
I thought it was a good "street" picture. I can see Brian's point, but, in my opinion, not everything has to have some amusing side point. For that shot, I knew what I wanted to take before I took it - which is what I am working to get better at. And, I thought the end result was what I was looking for. So, thank you for your support.
Is it "street"? I think so. Could it be better? Well, yes, but so could most pictures that anyone takes.
Alan
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this is my humbled opinion, a photographer (as long as there is no professional aspect of their work) should only make photos for themselves, if you are happy fuck the rest.
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Alan,
What I like about your skateboarder is that he is totally committed.
He has thrown his hands behind him and thrust his unprotected chest out in front of him. If he misses that landing, he will crash and burn and maybe die.
His feet have left the board and for just that moment, he is untethered to anything solid. He is alone, floating in time and space. For just that brief moment, time stands still and sounds fade away.
Steve Thomas
