Really like this shot. The lighting is really soft and clean. Also love the intricate detailing shown in the pieces, especially the knight. I also like that the texture of the lining is well resolved.
The key is a great touch and I like the shadow it produces on the tabletop.
I sort of agree with the comment about the brighter whites but i'm betting these pieces aren't white (beige/ivory i bet). I don't care for the "house of staunton" labels, a bit distracting.
Were you going for the opposite colors or the opposing directions of the King and Queen... or both? Just curious...
Thanks for your all your comments and sorry for my delayed response. Trying to sell a house has kept me busy. The "white" pieces are boxwood (beige). I'm not in the right tax bracket for ivory. . Maybe someday...
Resolving detail in the green felt was a piece of cake compared to the blasted Ebony pieces. They're like miniature black holes. You'd swear that light just bends right into them. The Knights are truly a sight to behold in person.
I debated on whether to include the label blocks, or whatever they're called. I purposely cropped the photo so that each "House of Staunton" block would only dislay half the wording and positioned them on opposite sides, forcing the viewer's eyes to traverse the image. So I decided to keep them in as an additional opposites element, bringing the total to five.
Very nice shot. Fits well the assignment.
I enjoy the subtle conversion and the original composition.
Your idea for the "House of Staunton" is clever and works for me.
Cheers,
Julien
Dec 16, 2007 at 05:19 AM
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I am sorry I didn't get a chance to comment on this shot earlier. I think it is terrific. Both the composition and lighting is fantastic and the B & W conversion is superb--a very worthy choice for a finalist.
. Maybe someday...