New here and wanted to say Hi!

[HatMan]

I've been a photographer (in one way or another) for over 25 years and have finally decided to become a "part-time" pro doing weddings and events as well as some fine are stuff.

As a result, I've discovered this wonderful forum. As I read some of the threads, I am really looking forward to spending entirely too much time here and learning from the incredible pool of talent!

With that said, I also thought I'd throw out one of my favorite photos and see what you think...

I hope you like it and I look forward to getting as comfortable here as an old pair of slippers...

Best Regards,

Mike McCarthy

 

[Alex_B]

Welcome Mike

As a result, I've discovered this wonderful forum. As I read some of the threads, I am really looking forward to spending entirely too much time here and learning from the incredible pool of talent!

you easily get addicted here at times

the image is nice, not pushy, but also not spectacular in a sense. it leaves a calm impression of nature and is composed in a classic and pleasing way I would say.

the logo bothers me a bit as it is much more intense than the image itself

 

[HatMan]

I'm basically really nervous about posting my images anywhere as I do sell a limited number of prints and basically watermark my on-line versions with a text copyright notice or this logo in a way that is not easily removable without destroying the intent of the image.

I probably should increase the transparency so it is not so harsh as it is really not my intention to take away from the feeling of the image itself - such as the peace and serenity of this one.

I thought about tweaking the saturation and color, but this is exactly as this scene appears with no retouching at all...

 

[Alex_B]

i see the point in watermaring! but at the size you post here the images are unuseale except for www-use anyway.