Lovely image, Tatu. The only thing I would add is a radial focus on the center to bring up the exposure slightly.   Posted: 12/09/2023 21:10:25

I think Debbie's idea of a radial focus is a good one. If you have Lightroom, it is found under the new masking tool. I just learned this is also a nice way to focus your vignette - invert the radial and decrease the exposure. Voila, a vignette with the light on the subject. I love waterways and boats, and to me this is an action shot, well maybe slow action. Very interesting. A darker sky might give more contrast too.   Posted: 12/10/2023 02:04:09

Tatu,
I think the composition of this image is very good. However, the image itself is a little flat. I agree with Debbie and Lauren that these changes should give the image a punch. Susan   Posted: 12/16/2023 21:10:15

Is this better? At least in full size your advices made the trick in my mind... Thanks for you all.   Posted: 12/17/2023 06:39:48

The others have given you a technique that improves the presentation. For me the picture is a story with the tug pushing the barge into a lock and far is more interesting than just showing the tug pushing the barge. Doing the scene in IR gives it a different appeal that neither a straight b/w or color would.   Posted: 12/20/2023 01:18:22

Very nice image Tatu, I like the way the barge is up into the lock. I would bring up the shadows a bit.   Posted: 12/20/2023 20:58:53