i actually really like this photo. however, the brightest parts of it seem dulled down, and the overall image suffers from a lack of good contrast because of this. i would like to see the whitest whites brought back in, and then blur out the building and other scenery that is farthest away, to enhance the sense of depth that is great in this photo.
i like the colors though - the greens, blues, and pop of orange - they work well together.
I feel there is too much detail lost with this post process style. Other then that, its way to cluttered, too much going on. The whole right side of the photo past the column is not needed. I might crop into a square or even make it a vertical shot.
I'm going to assume that the building with the glass wall is your primary subject here and go with that. If that is the case, it feels kind of lost and cluttered in. I am distracted by the other buildings to the right of the photo. I like how you've used the pillars in the foreground to frame the building, however, I would suggest that you reposition yourself so that the whole building is in that frame and try to get the other building out of the shot....
The light also seems very harsh on the building and seems to have been overexposed. If you have the opportunity, try taking this same photo at sunset or sunrise for some really dramatic light that will probably solve the overexposure issue.
I do like how you've used the boardwalk and railing to lead the eye into the frame towards the building, however it seems to be what your camera focused on instead of the building. If your camera has an option , use Manual focus to get the building nice and sharp, otherwise point the camera directly at the building press the shutter halfway and hold it there while you re-compose everything the way you want it. As long as you don't move forward or back the building should stay pin sharp while you do so.
Overall I think you have the right idea here. The framing is great as is the leading line. I think with some minor adjustments with the exposure, positioning and focus, this can be a great photo.
I like Travis' idea of cropping into a vertical, maybe even a long, thin vertical just to capture the boardwalk and a portion of the building. I like it :)
I like what Sarah said. It is a busy photograph. What story do you want the photo to tell? I like to find something that the viewer's eye can follow. Your bridge and the tall building take the attention. I would like to see what is to the right of your position.
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i like the colors though - the greens, blues, and pop of orange - they work well together.
The light also seems very harsh on the building and seems to have been overexposed. If you have the opportunity, try taking this same photo at sunset or sunrise for some really dramatic light that will probably solve the overexposure issue.
I do like how you've used the boardwalk and railing to lead the eye into the frame towards the building, however it seems to be what your camera focused on instead of the building. If your camera has an option , use Manual focus to get the building nice and sharp, otherwise point the camera directly at the building press the shutter halfway and hold it there while you re-compose everything the way you want it. As long as you don't move forward or back the building should stay pin sharp while you do so.
Overall I think you have the right idea here. The framing is great as is the leading line. I think with some minor adjustments with the exposure, positioning and focus, this can be a great photo.
here's my 2 cents
there's too much going on in this photo
there's no focal point
no where for my eye to fall
try to pick one thing, off centered, to focus on
the vignette doesn't really work with this either
keep shooting!!!! and good luck with your project :)