Does this draw you in

[pauljovi]

Any comments will help, as I am an still getting to grips with my great d3100.
All in manual mode.

 

[Rick M]

Yes it draws me in. I think it's a great shot, very peaceful. I like the composition and colors, even though it is somewhat plain. This would be a fantastic shot in the fall!

 

[Fotojo]

Would agree with Rick very nice shot, and if you can duplicate this fall when colors peak. Be sure to get as much reflection as possible would make this one wall worthy just my two cents

 

[Mis Adam]

I love shots like this, where you can go on any given day or season and get a different shot each time. Whether it be lighting or color.

 

[ohkphoto]

Very nice shot, but I think it needs some post processing work, like tone curve adjustment. It's a little flat . . . to the point of looking overexposed.

IMHO

 

[pauljovi]

Thanks for all your comments, I will keep trying.

 

[Browncoat]

Does this photo draw me in? No.

I am drawn to the overhanging branch because that area has the most contrast (differentiation between light and dark). I agree with Helene in that this photo is flat and needs some tonal variation. I think you have something workable here: there are some nice leading lines and perspective in this composition. Hopefully this is something you can try again, perhaps at a different time of day when the lighting is more attractive.

 

[pauljovi]

Is this any better.

 

[Mestre]

If it's a place where you can easily go, you should try aligning the 2/3 of reflection and just 1/3 with the trees.
That way the branch won't have as much impact as now.

That is a great place to photo in fall.

 

[Marcel]

Is this any better.View attachment 5276

Well, as far as the contrast, yes, it is better. Now you would have to work on the color correction. Your photo has a yellow green overcast that could be corrected with post processing. The bridge looks the same color as the leaves and this should be corrected too.
What program are you using to post process your images? It might look as a lot of work to do all this work, but it seems to me it's the only way to produce great pictures. Rarely have I been able to use an image straight out of the camera. It does happen, but usually all shots can benefit some kind of contrast, color correction.