This shot was taken with the following settings with my D3k, 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens:
1/1600s, f3.5, iso 400, 18mm, +2.3EV, white balance daylight.
1. in what area is critique to be sought?
One of things I'm not so satisfied with this shot is the shadow of a tree nearby casted on the lower half of the frame. And, the branch on the beach looks quite distracting.
2. what one hopes to achieve with the piece of work?
Better composition. I would like to soften the background or make the vessles on the horizon blur. I'm not sure if it would look better if the 2 flag posts are positioned just slight off centre of the frame.
3. under what circumstance is the picture taken? (physical conditions/emotions)
A sunny afternoon @ East Coast.
4. what the critique seeker personally thinks of the picture
Your upmost truthful comments are much appreciated.
Thank you in advance for all constructive comments