Martin Newland, QPSA
About the Image(s)
I was inspired by Nick Turpin’s series of photos in his book “On the night bus” where he took a series of photos through the bus windows of London commuters going home after work.
I am still trying to get an interesting photo. This is an ongoing project… a work in progress! Tech stuff: Canon R5 camera, 1/100 sec, f/1.8, ISO 1250 with 50mm lens
6 comments posted
I think it is a good "a moment captured" image. I am a proponent that an image is not finished in the camera; in the film days, we had darkrooms and printing tools. Now, we have those and digital platforms to help us form an image that tells the story we want. You have done that. Nonetheless, I think by processing it slightly, you would increase the image's impact. This, of course, is my personal taste.
Congratulations, Martin.   Posted: 08/10/2026 23:53:29
Congratulations, Martin.   Posted: 08/10/2026 23:53:29
Martin,
You've captured an engaging image of commuters, especially through the expressive gesture and warm smiling reaction. Those human elements immediately draw the viewer in and give the photograph a strong sense of connection.
I agree with Cisco that the image would benefit from some thoughtful post-processing to add more depth and visual dimension. Right now, the tones feel a bit flat, so consider adjusting contrast, highlights, shadows, and perhaps selective clarity to bring out the emotional energy already present in the scene. With a stronger edit, the image can better express the feeling and interaction that make it compelling.
  Posted: 08/16/2026 20:55:08
You've captured an engaging image of commuters, especially through the expressive gesture and warm smiling reaction. Those human elements immediately draw the viewer in and give the photograph a strong sense of connection.
I agree with Cisco that the image would benefit from some thoughtful post-processing to add more depth and visual dimension. Right now, the tones feel a bit flat, so consider adjusting contrast, highlights, shadows, and perhaps selective clarity to bring out the emotional energy already present in the scene. With a stronger edit, the image can better express the feeling and interaction that make it compelling.
  Posted: 08/16/2026 20:55:08
Hi Martin. yes, it is a nice project. so go for it! I agree with Trey and Cisco about the post editing details, and I would add one more idea. Give them a better framing since it's a project, using the window alone. Nice detail the yellow color from the supports, is key.   Posted: 08/22/2026 16:23:39
Martin your reworked image works for me. Well done and it only shows how the group can help us all to learn from creative suggestions.   Posted: 08/24/2026 06:43:14
Thanks Gerhard. You are right. The feedback can be good in these rooms   Posted: 08/24/2026 12:50:45

