More about the people...

Many thanks to everyone for your wonderful suggestions and feedback about the two versions of this image. Several people mentioned that the two images varied in the overall impression that they created - either the vibrant blue ocean scene or the muted impression which seemed more interested in the people. So, the two images were not the same and should probably not have had the same dark shadows or the same crop. I made some changes as kindly suggested by Haskar, and I think this is a better result for the muted version. I learnt so much from all of your feedback - thank you all again. Cheers Rob

[Susan Wakely]

Nicely done. The people are more prominent and are definitely a point of interest in this version.

[Larry Steager]

Very nice.

[Mags]

Lovely image!

[Joan Robillard]

Nice

[Elisabeth Sæter]

Nice

[Rick]

Lovely view and capture.

[Diana]

A very minor change with a great effect.

[Merrelyn]

The crop has made quite a difference.

[Fisher Family]

I definitely think this is the best of the three versions we have seen - a lovely result - fav!

Ian

[Olwynne]

Very nicely edited. Cropping closer has really brought the subjects more interesting

[Rob Z]

Thanks for your extra feedback - it was helpful to hear that it wasn't just wishful thinking on my part - that you all thought it was a bit better with the crop. .... This has been really useful, so thanks again. Cheers Rob
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[haskar]

I like it very much, dappled light is especially interesting. I am glad I could help you.

[Call me Joe]

👌👌👌

[Rob Z]

@haskar Thanks again Haskar - I always appreciate your suggestions. Cheers Rob

[Wendy]

What's interesting about this is how it looks like a potted bonsai with little figures added. I like it. fav.