Breaking the rule of thirds

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Breaking the rule of thirds

Postby Neeper on Sun Apr 10, 2005 5:05 pm

It doesn't get more "bullseye" than this. But for some reason, I think it works. What do you think?

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Postby stubbsy on Sun Apr 10, 2005 5:12 pm

Neeper

Greate capture, great colours and there's nothing wrong with "neat and in the middle"

Rule of thirds is just a guideline.
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Postby Killakoala on Sun Apr 10, 2005 5:34 pm

Looks great mate. Well done. I love how the D70 oversaturates reds and makes them look that great, especially against that blue sky. Awesome.
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Postby redline on Sun Apr 10, 2005 5:35 pm

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Postby dooda on Sun Apr 10, 2005 7:06 pm

Circle in a square is always compelling for some reason. It is actually an ancient symbol used in many different ways of worship. Using the rule of thirds for this shot I think would weaken it.

Yes, nice shot.
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Postby Alex on Sun Apr 10, 2005 7:10 pm

I agree with the rest. A very nice shot, indeed. Can I have some exif data, please? Did you do much PP?

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Postby SteveGriffin on Sun Apr 10, 2005 7:13 pm

Very nice - suprised it isn't still covered in ice!!
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Postby KerryPierce on Tue Apr 12, 2005 11:06 am

Looks fine to me, Neeper. Colorful and interesting shot, IMO. :)
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