Results and Extrapolation

R Results
E Extrapolate
A Adjust
C Cogitate
T Transform
I Ignore (failures but not process)
O Organize
N Notes

Now that you’ve accomplished all the physical chores to make a better photo, it’s time to move into the cerebral part of the plan.

It’s time to grade each photograph. The grading criteria aren’t rigid rules that must be applied to every photograph. That’s because every subject is different in every way.

What about the photo above?

It’s a creative composition, using a leaf as a natural frame for the subjects in the background.

The leaf in the foreground is in sharp focus, revealing its intricate vein structure, while the couple watching what appears to be a baseball or softball game is slightly out of focus. This selective focus effectively draws the viewer's attention to the leaf first and then to the human subjects, creating a sense of depth.

The natural lighting illuminates the vibrant green of the leaf, contrasting it with the muted colors of the background, enhancing the visual separation between the two planes. The complementary color scheme of the green leaf and grass against the reddish hue of the baseball field adds harmony to the image.

Capturing this moment required great patience and precision, demonstrating exceptional skill in timing and anticipation.

The leaf's texture is almost tactile, inviting viewers to imagine its feel, while the background scene suggests a leisurely, peaceful day, evoking a sense of nostalgia and tranquility.

This photograph exemplifies how ordinary scenes can be transformed into extraordinary images with thoughtful composition.

Does it successfully communicate an evocative moment, or is it just an exercise in technique? What lesson is there to learn from this photo? Is this a technique that can and should be carried to another possible photo subject?

Maybe it needs a dash of salt.

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