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FullMetalMono — Meet Me at Sunset

Published: 2010-02-07 11:22:00 +0000 UTC; Views: 6749; Favourites: 220; Downloads: 290
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Description Sunset on Norman Beach, Wilson's Prom, VIC, Australia.

Upped the contrast to get a complete silhouette and to heighten the colours, cropped for a better shape and added borders. I'm actually really happy with the result.

One thing; I know I could have made the pose a lot more dynamic and effective for the image. It's a shame, but something to work on, as always.

Critiques welcome, and here's a bonus: you don't even have to use the shiny module!
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Comments: 170

FullMetalMono In reply to ??? [2011-07-21 01:56:29 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for such a helpful critique!

You've pointed out things that I completely agree with and have been annoyed at myself about for quite a long time. Specifically the silhouette (I'll always regret not putting more thought into it), and the fact that the sky looks pretty overexposed (a consequence of my adjustment of the contrast and such, but something I should have been more careful with).

Thanks again, especially for your advice.

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CDawnPhotography [2012-01-29 13:04:02 +0000 UTC]

I LOVE the colors!!! The person just adds so much more too. Great shot!

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FullMetalMono In reply to CDawnPhotography [2012-01-29 13:06:32 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! I'm really happy you like it.

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CDawnPhotography In reply to FullMetalMono [2012-01-29 13:13:30 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome!

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VaAlves94 [2012-01-29 13:03:01 +0000 UTC]

quite unique shot.. when do you get such a reflection of the sunset colours *w* and the silhouette is perfect. wnderful job.

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FullMetalMono In reply to VaAlves94 [2012-01-29 13:06:19 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, I'm glad you like it. I was quite lucky with the reflections - the sky showed some amazing colour and the sand was wet, which really did help capture the colours higher up in the sky.

Thanks again!

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VaAlves94 In reply to FullMetalMono [2012-01-29 21:14:40 +0000 UTC]

no problem thanks for commenting my work too !

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saevuswinds [2011-11-20 01:05:50 +0000 UTC]

This is absolutely gorgeous! I loved the colors and the shadow look on the person!!!!

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FullMetalMono In reply to saevuswinds [2011-11-20 01:14:02 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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saevuswinds In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-11-20 01:20:23 +0000 UTC]

No problem!!!

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GnarlySunset [2011-11-12 02:26:56 +0000 UTC]

Flagged as Spam

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FullMetalMono In reply to GnarlySunset [2011-11-12 03:42:05 +0000 UTC]

Uh, thanks.

Just a heads up, this website doesn't take kindly to spam, which is what you're doing by sending exactly the same message to a bunch of people in quick succession, advertising your website.

And IF I ever decide to sell my photos, it will be through dA or my own personal website/portfolio.

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GnarlySunset In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-11-12 23:02:56 +0000 UTC]

Hi FullMetalMono,

Please don't be offended by our recruiting users who specifically will have a use for Gnarly Sunset; this isn't spam. Photographers, including yourself, display their talents to be discovered and appreciated. We're informing photographers who take sunset photos about a new resource that can help them monetize their work and expand their reach.

It's cool if you don't have an interest, but the invitation still stands... and you only received it because you shared a photo that fits Gnarly Sunset's ethos. Sell your photos through dA, we support their efforts. We're selling quality products and have sincerely positive goals, too.

Best,
Billy, Gnarly Sunset's Founder

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FullMetalMono In reply to GnarlySunset [2011-11-13 00:58:56 +0000 UTC]

I don't mean to be rude, forgive me if that's how I sounded. deviantART DOES consider your comments to be spam: "Do not 'spam' (send large numbers of identical notes or comments). Spamming is obnoxious and is typically used for self-promotion, or other unwanted advertising." (From the Etiquette Policy linked at the bottom of each page).

So although I appreciate your attempts to promote your business, I'm simply advising that it's not typically seen as acceptable on this particular website.

Thanks!

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GnarlySunset In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-11-13 06:26:41 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for giving fair consideration to my reply.

When I post in the future, I will make an effort to write more customized comments. I set out doing that, but it's more efficient to copy/paste the bulk of the message.

I vet out the images (filter to find the cream of the crop for compliments), and it was never my intention to diminish user experience.

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FullMetalMono In reply to GnarlySunset [2011-11-13 08:00:07 +0000 UTC]

No problem, just thought I'd let you know.

Best of luck!

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CrystalEnceladus [2011-11-11 02:52:38 +0000 UTC]

I like the figure's natural pose, it's a striking contrast to the stunning colours.

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FullMetalMono In reply to CrystalEnceladus [2011-11-11 23:43:48 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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Nyeleti [2011-11-10 17:36:28 +0000 UTC]

featured here: [link] !

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FullMetalMono In reply to Nyeleti [2011-11-10 22:13:29 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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thanksthatisenough [2011-10-29 09:33:45 +0000 UTC]

What a great design! You captured a lovely mood here.

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FullMetalMono In reply to thanksthatisenough [2011-10-29 12:44:42 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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thanksthatisenough In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-10-30 06:09:55 +0000 UTC]

you are welcome

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eddiebadapples [2011-09-02 04:12:18 +0000 UTC]

Perfect!

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FullMetalMono In reply to eddiebadapples [2011-09-02 10:25:18 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much!

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WizardOfUnseen [2011-08-23 10:31:17 +0000 UTC]

The colours!!! It is so beautiful.

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FullMetalMono In reply to WizardOfUnseen [2011-08-23 11:17:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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WizardOfUnseen In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-08-23 15:55:34 +0000 UTC]

You are welcome.

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secretly-broken [2011-08-14 13:02:28 +0000 UTC]

Hello! I have featured this in my journal here: [link]
Keep creating beautiful art!

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FullMetalMono In reply to secretly-broken [2011-08-15 09:34:49 +0000 UTC]

Oh wow, thank you so much!

I've faved the journal to help it get more exposure, hopefully.

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secretly-broken In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-08-15 11:47:53 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for faving!

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TheSwimmingStar [2011-08-14 12:26:10 +0000 UTC]

Wow what a colours! This is beautiful! Amazing, the colours the details of the footsteps in the sand, the reflection. Everything about this photo is amazing!

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FullMetalMono In reply to TheSwimmingStar [2011-08-14 12:29:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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PatrickRuegheimer [2011-07-20 19:30:33 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful view!

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FullMetalMono In reply to PatrickRuegheimer [2011-07-21 00:50:46 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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PatrickRuegheimer In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-07-21 04:50:14 +0000 UTC]

Welcome!

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JuriyaShoh [2011-07-17 14:23:07 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful photo; the darkness of the figure against all the sunset colours is very striking. Very well done

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FullMetalMono In reply to JuriyaShoh [2011-07-17 14:26:40 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like it.

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JuriyaShoh In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-07-17 14:28:18 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome

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wjie20 [2011-07-17 07:50:49 +0000 UTC]

Are the colors naturally like this? Anyway, amazing shot!

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FullMetalMono In reply to wjie20 [2011-07-17 07:57:08 +0000 UTC]

They're very close to the originals, yes, but I did a very small contrast bump to make a complete silhouette, so the colours are a touch more vibrant. I certainly didn't apply any filters.

Thank you.

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wjie20 In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-07-17 08:00:07 +0000 UTC]

Ah, I see. You're welcome!

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znipes [2011-07-17 06:37:32 +0000 UTC]

It's just awesome. I love the water under your feet. The colors are so amazing in the sky and the sea.

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FullMetalMono In reply to znipes [2011-07-17 06:51:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, glad you like it!

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znipes In reply to FullMetalMono [2011-07-17 07:45:48 +0000 UTC]

You're most welcome
Maybe you find some work in my gallery you like too ^^

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AnnMarieBone [2011-07-17 06:20:33 +0000 UTC]

Great image!

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FullMetalMono In reply to AnnMarieBone [2011-07-17 06:23:12 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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wagn18 [2011-07-16 14:40:47 +0000 UTC]

I really like this. It's simplicity is what makes it beautiful. I love the how the model stands out so much from the rest of the photo.

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FullMetalMono In reply to wagn18 [2011-07-17 03:32:38 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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wulfdragyn [2011-07-15 01:58:02 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful shot! I love the conrast and colors!

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