Re: [Leica] Tina's pictures

[Carl Socolow <csocolow@microserve.net>]

This is an example of a constructive critique. The writer expresses what
he finds worthwhile and also explains what he dislikes. His explanation
of what he finds unsuited to his taste helps everyone understand where
he is coming from rather than just a blanket rejection. Also, he
indicates that he is new to the LUG and he does all of this with a hint
of humility. The bottom line, honest yet not confrontational or
arrogant. Welcome Jens-Peter.

Carl S.

Jens-Peter Horst wrote:
> 
> Hi Tina,
> 
> I looked at some of your pictures. Most of them I really liked,
> especially 'Oscar' or the indio woman with the reddish dress. In the
> case of the latter however I was wondering why her shirt seemed out of
> focus while her hands and faces were pretty sharp. Distancewise I
> figured the shirt somewhere in between hands and face. Most of the
> picture also conveyed a strong emotional atmosphere which I found
> impressive.
> However some pictures were a little bit too contrasty (with a tendency
> to the dark side) for my taste. Although this strengthens the dramatic
> situation of some subjects, it kind of wears off if one sees this
> technique used too frequently.
> 
> I am relatively new to the Luglist and enjoy reading it a lot, but I am
> no professional. Therefore you probably shouldn't pay too much attention
> to my opinion anyways.
> 
> Have a nice Easter weekend,
> 
> Jens-Peter