Reviews from

ladies at the market

in Northern Vietnam

17 total reviews 
Comment from Cephus


Nice slice of life from a different culture. Like the capture of the face of the center lady. Do not like the loss of detail in the hats because of over exposure - the displayed goods also appear a bit too bright. Overall good sharpness with nice story telling.

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 Comment Written 17-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 17-Jun-2018
    many thanks charles
Comment from emereaux


Absolutely beautiful character study of the Hmong ladies selling their wares! Love the colors and overall feel of your piece. Each of the women have a different point of view which adds to the drama of the story that is being told in your work. Great entry for the contest! Wishing you the best!

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2018
    thanks so much again
reply by emereaux on 16-Jun-2018
    You're very welcome! : )
Comment from suffolkbrian


Although the contest was more about produce rather than people,as you can see part of the wares they are selling then that's okay.
Two things I can see that maybe could have been improved,is the hats are a bit to white with no detail,maybe the sun was strong in this,and its a pity the lady on the right is cropped because it looks like she is on a mobile,and this would have made for another good photo as the contrast between the older looking clothes and the mobile would have made a good photo.
Sometimes its about observing different people in order to get good photos,still I do like this and thanks for entering the contest...Brian

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2018
    many thanks Brian;
    it was taken many byears ago with a Pocket camera
reply by suffolkbrian on 17-Jun-2018
    your welcome
Comment from jesuel


That's just awesome the color is perfect the detail is outstanding but what I really like is your subject matter very unusual I love beautiful work here

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    thanks a lot james
Comment from cleo85


The composition of this photo is intriguing. The diagonal view draws my interest to the woman and their traditional cloth. It is obvious that the woman sell something, but I cannot make out what they are selling. Are they selling fabrics or something wrapped in fabrics?

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    some fabrics;
    thanks a lot cleo
reply by cleo85 on 16-Jun-2018
    You're most welcome. Thasnk you for the information.
Comment from Malmax


An excellent and well taken shot that I could imagine seeing in a magazine. The color and detail are excellent with unique and interesting subject matter. Very cultural and a wonderful entry for the contest. Best wishes on the competition.
Malmax

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    thanks so much again marsha
reply by Malmax on 15-Jun-2018
    You're welcome
Comment from alaskapat


Well photographed with good focus, the image is clear, exposure is well controlled , the colors and tones are natural. I like their native costume, they are selling their crafted items. Well presented, best to you in the contest!

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    thanks so much Pat
Comment from Trajan


A wonderful shot this. It works well as a standout cultural narrative. To me it speaks of traditions and ways of doing that have continued for centuries. The colors, expressions and steep diagonal make for a nice capture.
I kind of wish you did not chop of the last ladies head. That would have made a better image.
Overall, the lighting is good, focus is solid and depth of field well done for the image.

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    many thanks Trajan
Comment from dalebraatz


A great first impression on this great story telling composition filled with action and colors , has great framing , A pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    many thanks dale
reply by dalebraatz on 15-Jun-2018
    Your welcome
Comment from Sharon Meda


Your bright and colorful photo has lots of character. The photo tells a story of ladies selling their wares, sitting patiently, maintaining tradition.
Well done.
Sharon

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2018


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
    thanks so mch sharon