In a message dated 12/4/2008 12:15:31 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've been asking around about this photo, because I just can't decide what to think of it: http://www.neovenator.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=888
60% of people asked say the out-of-focus area adds to the overall photo. 30% say it detracts. 5% have no opinion either way. 5% hate flower photos. I look at the photo and love how sharp the flower is. The background bokeh seems a little harsh, but at the same time it doesn't bother me that much. This was shot in 2006 with a cheapass Sigma 28-80 macro zoom lens on my old *istD. What do you think? I wonder if it would benefit from digitally softening up the bokeh. John ============ It's sort of interesting, actually. But if your main focus is the flower, yes, I agree, softening up a tad would help. I guess, my best answer is, if it were mine, I would. Marnie aka Doe :-) --------------------------------------------- Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. **************Make your life easier with all your friends, email, and favorite sites in one place. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dp&icid=aolcom40vanity&ncid=emlcntaolcom00000010) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List [email protected] http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

