Chapter 4- Composing Nature Photographs

[Jimlock99]

This shot was taken at a pond in Adirondack Park, New York.  As suggested by the author, I traced over the picture to outline the shapes and lines.  Hadn't realized when composing this shot how strong all the lines were; I was initially attracted to the scene by all the dead branches coming out of the water.  This chapter had a lot of "meat" in it and will take some time to absorb it all.

[John Mills]

Although I agree with your evaluation of the many lines in your photograph, I think that an important line was overlooked.  That line is the opposite shore of the lake.  It defines a line of reflection that runs horizontally near the center of the photograph.

Interesting features of the photo include the areas in which the symmetry in the photo is “broken” by objects that are closer to the camera than that line – the dead branches on the right side and the fallen tree trunk on the left side of the photo.

Thank you for sharing.

[Jimlock99]

Thank you for your constructive evaluation John.  Never considered that horizontal line in back and I can see how the broken symmetry adds interest to the photo.
Jim