My first time up close to the Shard. It's really a very striking building. I think in this shot I've made too much of the canopy compared to the spire - and that's even after cropping some of the canopy out.
Constructive criticism very much appreciated - keen to learn more and improve. I bought a decent camera in February 2016 and joyed this wonderful space...
I have no problem at all with the composition Helen, I think it is most effective. Without the amount of beige to counter the blue, the image would be less effective for me. Fav.
Your comp and pov are wonderful! Reall draws the eye up to that spire. The canopy seems just right to me as it gives the point of reference for the epithet or height of the building.