This color street image was created by using the reflection of a retail window. The buildings create the background while the foreground is created by both the man holding a phone and the tables/chairs. The three figures offers us a mid-ground. It is my thinking that the composition of this image is an example of using layers within a photograph.
The first image demonstrates the use of light and shadow to create a background. Where as in the second the foreground defines the background.
I hope you enjoyed these variations of layering in photography.
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Brenda, what an amazingly creative post! The opening reflections are excellently executed and show your eye for detail. The next two images are also eye-openers. Great post!
That reflection is a masterpiece. Well done Tina.
not tina…lol sorry Brenda…a masterpiece though!!!
Thank you for the positive words and yes, the smile
Brenda love the first one, so creative and full on interest: the layers work beautifully. The teo other are so opposite to it – understated and stylish. But, the first one captures all the attention 10+
Thank you for the validating comments Rita
Great examples Brenda, especially the first image.
Thank you Anne
I love the first image.
Thank you Rupali!
I’m with the crowd Bren, that first image is stunning
Thank you Tina!
Great compositions. Well done.
Thanks John!
You have shown us a very different look to backgrounds, they are fantastic.
Thank you Leanne
The first photo is simply brilliant. Love everything about it, composition, colour, subjects.
Thank you for your validating words Sofia
Wonderful examples of layering, Brenda! I also love that first image. It’s so visually intriguing.
Visually intriguing … thank you
A fine artwork, Brenda!
Thanks Amy!