Rusted

[sillyphaunt]

I can't decide which version of this picture I like better... Color or Black and White?

Any other critiques welcome.

 

[craig]

Color! The BW is flat. There are ways around that. The rust color pops from the rest of the frame. I do not think BW could capture that effectively. Seems like it was shot midday. Maybe try some when the light is softer and more directional.

 

[sillyphaunt]

Originally I took the picture becuase I liked the color so much, but then I couldn't decide if I wanted the focus on the color or the eroding paint.

You're right about shooting time.. It was HARSH light.. Unfortunatly, this was taken on our trip to North Carolina, so I can't retake.

 

[craig]

That's all right. You can remember this shot next time you roll up to a rust spot. Personally I am fascinated by rust and shoot it a lot. I think it is the whole; weather and the natural order of things will eventually transform and or destroy anything.

 

[sillyphaunt]

Exactly! Finally, someone who appreciates Rust like I do!

 

[craig]

Since you said that... http://www.phototalk.net/photos/showphoto.php/photo/43900/sort/1/cat/500/page

I think you would like it and it is one of my stronger rust moments. I posted the url because I did not want to "jack your thread".

 

[LaFoto]

The colour version for the

, please! ~~~>"Rust". This photo will feet "at home" there.

 

[sillyphaunt]

Oh Craig, that's a great picture!! Any more Rust photos?

LaFoto, I'm going there right now!

 

[SLOShooter]

Deffinatly the color version. The B&W, is flat, and while the cracking paint is more pronounced in the B&W I feel that that rust makes a better subject.