Alane Shoemaker
August 2026 - Golden Burst
About the Image(s)
This abstract image is a macro shot of the bottom area of a crystal glass coaster.
Nikon D90 AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Aperture 5.3107 Exposure 1/640 Focal Length 105 mm ISO 3200
f/6.3
4 comments posted
Hi Alane: I look upon this picture as a "radial pattern".
The design originates from the center of the picture. I like the warm golden colors, I would tone down the very light areas as I think they are over powering.
Posted: 08/11/2026 19:54:57
The design originates from the center of the picture. I like the warm golden colors, I would tone down the very light areas as I think they are over powering.
Posted: 08/11/2026 19:54:57
Hi Alane,
Very nice image with brownish tones. The focal point and cropping is great.
I was just wondering if the "whites" might be a tad in some areas.
Great idea - Good work. Posted: 08/11/2026 23:16:55
Very nice image with brownish tones. The focal point and cropping is great.
I was just wondering if the "whites" might be a tad in some areas.
Great idea - Good work. Posted: 08/11/2026 23:16:55
Great shot! The center is spot on so your eye goes to the center first. Posted: 08/12/2026 19:48:51
Quite a striking shot here. The composition and color really draws one "into" the image. I find myself wishing that there was a bit more detail and/or texture in the metal, especially toward the center, but perhaps there was none to be found here. You might consider adding a bit of texture to the shot to 'fill out' the presentation. Just a thought ... Posted: 08/16/2026 16:21:45