Lens Flare

[Second Hand Pat]

I understand it can be a bad thing but like it in this image.

https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5483/31100391071_a2c18e86f0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PoeCKa)DSC_1554-3 (https://flic.kr/p/PoeCKa)

[DiscusRob]

Nice picture Pat

[Akili]

Love the Sun's reflection, very nice Pat Thanks for sharing!!!

[LizStreithorst]

Outstanding picture.

[Jenene]

That is just magical. Just stunning...

[Second Hand Pat]

Nice picture Pat

Thanks Rob :)


Love the Sun's reflection, very nice Pat Thanks for sharing!!!

Thanks Naz, me too.

[Second Hand Pat]

Outstanding picture.

Thank you Liz :D


That is just magical. Just stunning...

Thanks Jenene, I think so too.

[brewmaster15]

I understand it can be a bad thing but like it in this image.

https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5483/31100391071_a2c18e86f0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PoeCKa)DSC_1554-3 (https://flic.kr/p/PoeCKa)

Pat theres actually filters in Photoshop and Gimp that allow you to add Flare and manipulate lighting effects.

Whats important isn't that lens flare is often thought of as a bad thing. Whats important is that you,The Photographer, likes the end result. Thats whats fun about a Hobby like photography. That photo would probably not be marketable.... but that you like is all that matters otherwise,IMO.
al

[Second Hand Pat]

Thanks Al, I do like this image and think the flare and sunburst add a magical element to the image. :) One thing I do not like is the pine of the right. :(
Pat

[RogueDiscus]

I've been following this post since you started it, and am glad folks keep adding to it so I come back and see the pic:) Maybe you can get Ricardo to help you photoshop out the tree!

[Second Hand Pat]

I've been following this post since you started it, and am glad folks keep adding to it so I come back and see the pic:) Maybe you can get Ricardo to help you photoshop out the tree!

Thanks Steve :). How about this.

https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5524/31117820802_c806b09914_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PpLXZL)DSC_1554-5 (https://flic.kr/p/PpLXZL)

[Second Hand Pat]

Here's a two image stitch...no pine tree. :)

https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5779/31261473855_0c7d601b14_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PCte3x)DSC_1768-Pano-2 (https://flic.kr/p/PCte3x)

[Filip]

I love the tranquillity of this picture Pat .
I wish I could "energize myself" to this place and moment of time while I drink my evening cup of coffee :) .

[LizStreithorst]

Pat, I liked the original pic more than the one without the pine. Couldn't you just crop a little on the left and a little on the right? The pine would be less distracting and you wouldn't loose that much on the other side.

I have to disagree with Al. I would buy a print of this and hang it on my wall. I have a wall that needs something large and beautiful. I find your picture to be peaceful and inspiring at the same time.

[brewmaster15]

Pat, I liked the original pic more than the one without the pine. Couldn't you just crop a little on the left and a little on the right? The pine would be less distracting and you wouldn't loose that much on the other side.

I have to disagree with Al. I would buy a print of this and hang it on my wall. I have a wall that needs something large and beautiful. I find it to peaceful and inspiring at the same time.

Actually Liz you arent disagreeing with me.
I said
That photo would probably not be marketable.... but that you like is all that matters otherwise,IMO.
al"..people like you( and me ) are the reason I said probably. Generally though industry frowns on aberrations like lens flare....generally.:)

Al..

Ps..Pat, price it high..lol

[LizStreithorst]

Actually Liz you arent disagreeing with me.
I said.people like you( and me ) are the reason I said probably. Generally though industry frowns on aberrations like lens flare....generally.:)

Al..

Ps..Pat, price it high..lol

You back biter, Al:p She can price it as high as she likes as long as I can afford it:D

[Second Hand Pat]

You guys rock. :D Liz, I will be happy to sent you a jpg of the image. No problem if you wish to have the original one or I can crop it slightly if you wish. My "price" is a small donation to Simply. :D

Something like this?

https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5758/31286547625_2b59473fb1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PEFJAV)DSC_1554-6 (https://flic.kr/p/PEFJAV)

[brewmaster15]

IM GRINNING TWICE..once for Liz and once for Pat.:)

[LizStreithorst]

Pat, I'll PM you tomorrow.

[Second Hand Pat]

Pat, I'll PM you tomorrow.

:thumbsup: