• Members 680 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 7:12 p.m.

    You nailed the perspective—it’s a good photo.
    As for the crowds, that kind of density would make me feel like I was suffocating.

  • Members 680 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 7:19 p.m.

    These two full-size photos give me a sense of the scale of the space where the bees move around.
    Very good!

  • Members 1037 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 9:18 p.m.

    Heavenly Sleep

    Some well-earned rest after a busy day at the office trying to save the human race.

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  • Members 1506 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 9:36 p.m.

    Wonderful contrasts (gold vs black; polished smooth vs rough) in this image that shows the buddha in an unconventional way. Love it.

    Change nothing.
    Print large.
    Display.
    Watch viewers be amazed.
    Be very proud.

  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 10:42 p.m.

    A study in balance. The straight lines of he buildings V the silhouetted curves of landscape behind. A narrow tone range that works on highlights v shadows. The mass on the right V the large subject rea on the left.
    They all combine into a dawn moment at a specific place.

  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 5, 2026, 11:15 p.m.
  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 6, 2026, 11:35 a.m.

    A dramatic angle. The almost totally clear sky leaves the lines dominating.
    Nicely spotted.

  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 6, 2026, 11:46 a.m.

    I agree with your analysis. 2 and 3 are fine macro shots but1 has some magic and story because the bee is airborne, coming or going with pollen attached. The framing of the bee by the petals and the drop down to the stamen are visually appealing. Then there is the watcher, the ant.
    Lots to like in this shot while the other two support the details.

  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 6, 2026, 11:53 a.m.

    Just as Fireplace said. The small tongue plays a big part in the success of the shot.
    My question is the same. How big is this critter?

  • Members 2624 posts
    Aug. 6, 2026, 10:58 p.m.

    Great photo.
    Roel has made all the points, plus more, that I might have made.