Reviews from

The Elements Combine

Distant Dreamscape

25 total reviews 
Comment from Zilyram


An interesting image Steve I like the way you have highlighted the frothy water coming over the rocks in foreground. The background colors in the sky make an excellent contrast. Good composition overall.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you Mary for your review and comments ~ Steve
Comment from Kurt Fondriest


Nice one here, the opposition of colors complimentary works. The elements are visable as they symbolize a narrative here. What if you had a symbol to elude to the idea of evolution. A Darwian act of the element that crawls from the sea to the land bridging the all the elements. The colors are nice in contrast. Nice imagery!

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thanks a lot for your review Kurt.
Comment from avmurray


This photo has Your name written all over it Steve, and it is indeed a breathtaking scene you have pictured here. The sky looks like it was on fire, and you have captured the flow of water so well. I suppose the colors seen in the foreground was added by using filters, but personally I would have preferred the colors from sky reflected instead. I do however appreciate that this is a matter of taste.

The photo is however sharp and it is such Clear and well defined details to be seen all over. The exposure is very good.

The format you have cropped the photo into Works well, and With the Cliffs off to the left it is a fine Balance in the composition. A truly lovely and well taken photo, and With an excellent DOF. I wish you Luck With the contest.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you Annie. Yes, you are so right that this has my name written all over it. Originally I did have a colored sky reflection in the waves and foam. That seemed to be so predictable and like all the rest. Thus I chose to change the colors up a bit just for fun. I always appreciate your reviews and thoughts Annie ~ Steve
reply by avmurray on 27-Jan-2020
    You are more than welcome Steve.
Comment from DebbieK


Awesome water landscape. I love how the sun reflects on the water. The foam of the water hitting against the rocks. Good focus and lighting. Sharp detail. Nicely composed. Well done. Good luck in the photo contest.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you very much Debbie for your wonderful review and Grand rating. Very much appreciated ~ Steve
reply by DebbieK on 27-Jan-2020
    You are welcome
Comment from nikman


A pretty good entry into the competition posted here! Your fine and traditional composition offers us an enjoyable view of your beautiful location? Where in the world where you? Exposure and sharpness are good. Well taken and good luck!

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thanks a lot Nik.
Comment from Sean T Phelan


Hi Steve!
That's a really good looking picture,my friend! : )
And it's a very enjoyable one to look at too!
Those elements remind me of three of the five points on the Wiccan Pentagram!
'Blessed Be',my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Hey Sean,

    Thanks for the review my friend ~ Steve
reply by Sean T Phelan on 27-Jan-2020
    You're very welcome,Steve! : )
reply by Sean T Phelan on 27-Jan-2020
    It's my pleasure,my friend! : )
Comment from cleo85


I like the atmosphere of the mixed media. The colors indeed combine in harmony. The colors and the lighting of the seascape are especially intriguing. The purple, silver, and yellow-orange are impressive and alluring. The seascape is expertly framed. The composition is balanced.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you very much for your review Cleo.
reply by cleo85 on 27-Jan-2020
    You're very welcome. :o)
Comment from Freelo59


wow this is a beautiful photograph. I see how you enhanced the colors with photo shop. The colors are so vibrant, it pulls you in! I like the purplish sea coming over the rock

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you so much. Yes I tried to make this one a bit different. Thank you for your Very generous rating. Very encouraging and appreciated ~ Steve
Comment from Mr Jones


really awesome seascape. excellent in composition and magical atmosphere. a lovely and beautiful treatment of mixed media tools, makes this one a special and different looking picture. an intrinsic quality throughout.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you so much MJ. I very much appreciate your comments and Very generous rating ~ Steve
Comment from Malmax


What I love about this image is the dreamlike and unique color of the water. The lighting and emphasis on the foreground wave is just beautiful and really the highlight of the shot. I could imagine this with a deep dark midnight sky and moonlight too
To give it more of a cooler feel.
Beautifully artistic and a great entry with a unique quality. Best
Wishes in the contest!
VO

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2020


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2020
    Thank you VO. I really like your idea of the dark moonlit sky in the background. I have done that with some prior scenes and I will see what I can do with this one in the future.

    This is another of the scenes from Puerto Vallarta. For me this is one of The places to get sunsets with the sea making a dramatic appearance. I am so glad you like it VO. Thank you so much for your always Wonderful support and encouragement. Your More than Generous rating is fabulous VO. Thank you so much ~ FS
reply by Malmax on 26-Jan-2020
    You?re welcome Babe!
    You titled it perfectly too!
    I can see the Earth, Air, Water, and Fire in the sky.
    Way to go My FS!