Jack Florence Jr
February 2025 - Cambodia Temple
About the Image(s)
I liked the light in this late afternoon image, and it has some natural framing elements. I realize now there's a thin branch that needs to be cloned out. Thanks for your comments.
5 comments posted
Hi Jack,
In this image, you got the beautiful light that highlighted the golden temple against the background. The composition is well done with the tree on the left and the white statues on the fences on the right that framed the scene.
I'd prefer to remove a thin branch on top of the screen (as you already realized it), and a white element on the lower left corner to make the image more beautiful. Nice shot!
My question is: Where is this temple located since it looks new & modern, and is totally different than the temples in Ankor Wat that you presented in your previous images? Posted: 02/05/2025 14:15:46
In this image, you got the beautiful light that highlighted the golden temple against the background. The composition is well done with the tree on the left and the white statues on the fences on the right that framed the scene.
I'd prefer to remove a thin branch on top of the screen (as you already realized it), and a white element on the lower left corner to make the image more beautiful. Nice shot!
My question is: Where is this temple located since it looks new & modern, and is totally different than the temples in Ankor Wat that you presented in your previous images? Posted: 02/05/2025 14:15:46
Thank you Kieu-Hanh, this temple is at Phnom Sampeau, near Battambang, in western Cambodia, built in 1964. In the distance you can see the expanse of rice farms. Posted: 02/05/2025 17:29:58
Thanks for the info, Jack! Posted: 02/09/2025 03:24:00
I like this image - a part of the world I have never been to. Interesting temple/fence in foreground. Things I would consider if I were editing:
1) does the tree on the left help or hurt the image? I understand that it provides a frame on one side; but it could also be a bit of a distraction. I tend to prefer a cleaner shot of the temple.
2) try toning down the blue sky (it's a beautiful color, but not terribly interesting) - it's the brightest/largest part of the image - pulling my gaze away from the primary subject.
3) consider brightening/increasing saturation/sharpening the temple and white fence to help draw the viewers gaze
Posted: 02/06/2025 11:55:04
1) does the tree on the left help or hurt the image? I understand that it provides a frame on one side; but it could also be a bit of a distraction. I tend to prefer a cleaner shot of the temple.
2) try toning down the blue sky (it's a beautiful color, but not terribly interesting) - it's the brightest/largest part of the image - pulling my gaze away from the primary subject.
3) consider brightening/increasing saturation/sharpening the temple and white fence to help draw the viewers gaze
Posted: 02/06/2025 11:55:04
Thanks Steven, something seemed not quite right to me and I think you've hit on it, I will crop out the tree. Posted: 02/06/2025 22:37:01