The theme of today’s challenge is FOCUS. We all want our images to be tack sharp and in focus, but there are situations when we prefer to have some parts of the image in blur i.e. out of focus to better isolate the subject we want to focus on (pun intended). This technique is called selective focus and this is what I did in the image bellow. I focused on a single, though repetitive, element that goes on through most of the frame and seems to repeat itself in unfocused specular highlights in the background. The image shows an iconic view of the capital city of Slovenia, and I thought it would be neat to give just a hint of it.
Selective focusing is particularly interesting in macro photography, portraiture and in images with repetitive patterns and it makes photography more creative. Now it is up to you…. whether you choose to have all the elements in your photo in focus, or to apply a selective focus or even an alternative approach to the theme like capturing a focused person or animal, I very much look forward to seeing your entries. Have a great Thursday!
The 4th last photo in my most recent post, showing the line of statue faces close up at the Terrace of the Leper King is a match for your topic. I will link if that’s OK.
Just gorgeous, and the whole composition has such a festive air, and the point of focus leads you right into it. To use a made-up word I heard someone use – enjoyous – and with the made-up definition of ‘the facility to engender joy’ 🙂
You’ve excelled yourself, hon! It’s absolutely beautiful 🙂 Mine isn’t a serious contender, Paula. I just wanted to include this. You are amazing! https://restlessjo.me/2017/02/23/focus-on-fountains-abbey/ Somewhere I do have a Macro or two with the desired effect but never when I need them 🙂 🙂
I did mean to focus on some snowdrops but I got sidetracked. Possibly because there were some beauties in Durham last week. Thanks a lot! Wishing you a healthy and happy week. Just been to the cemetery with Spring flowers for Dad. He’d have been 89 next Sunday and I’ll be on my way to Florence xx
Hi Paula. I haven’t been around here for a while but thought I should dip my toe in the weekly challenge waters again. Here’s my entry for Focus. Thanks for the challenge. https://jennysotherstuff.wordpress.com/2017/03/01/focus/
super photo Paula et qui illustre bien le thème j’aime beaucoup
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Je te remercie pour ta visite et l’appreciation, Marc 🙂 Bonne journee!
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A perfect example – I love it!
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I thought you might 😉 Many thanks, Debbie. I look forward to something beautiful from you.
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Love this Paula-the background colors, the straight line in focus- just wonderful. Will get to work on it! Love the music too
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Thank you, dear Lisa. It feels so good to have a positive feedback, cause I invest some time and effort to keep challenging you. Many thanks.
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Love it Paula. And you focused on something that people do t usually look at.
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This is much appreciated, Colline 🙂 Have a nice day!
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You too 🙂
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Wow, Paula. That is beautiful.
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STANDING OVATION for this wonderful photo!
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*bow* 🙂 Ciao Anna! Grazie 🙂
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Great Picture!
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I am really glad that you like it, and that I inspired your lovely entry 🙂
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Thank you!
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I love this photo Paula and somewhere I have something similar, but here’s Robert instead! https://lucidgypsy.com/2017/02/23/thursdays-special-robert/
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Robert is a great fit for this challenge 😀
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Lovely photo, Paula. Love the background bokeh too.
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The 4th last photo in my most recent post, showing the line of statue faces close up at the Terrace of the Leper King is a match for your topic. I will link if that’s OK.
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It’s more than OK. I appreciate it, Draco 😀
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Again, I like both the photo and the challenge! Have a nice day, Paula!
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You too, Tobias. Thank you very much 🙂
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Just gorgeous, and the whole composition has such a festive air, and the point of focus leads you right into it. To use a made-up word I heard someone use – enjoyous – and with the made-up definition of ‘the facility to engender joy’ 🙂
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Such a wonderful comment and educational too 🙂 Thank you for your kindness, Tish 🙂
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You’ve excelled yourself, hon! It’s absolutely beautiful 🙂 Mine isn’t a serious contender, Paula. I just wanted to include this. You are amazing!
https://restlessjo.me/2017/02/23/focus-on-fountains-abbey/ Somewhere I do have a Macro or two with the desired effect but never when I need them 🙂 🙂
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Thank you, Jo. It feels good to read your enthusiastic approval. I like your post a lot, so much that it is mentioned as a double entry.
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I did mean to focus on some snowdrops but I got sidetracked. Possibly because there were some beauties in Durham last week. Thanks a lot! Wishing you a healthy and happy week. Just been to the cemetery with Spring flowers for Dad. He’d have been 89 next Sunday and I’ll be on my way to Florence xx
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When are you leaving, and how long will you be staying?
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Only 4 nights including Sunday (evening arrival) and it won’t be nearly enough 🙂
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We stayed in Lucca and only visited for a day.
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I’m desperate to see Lucca too! Who knows… 🙂
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You must, Jo. Please. It is far more enjoyable than Firenze, and you have good legs, you can climb towers.
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🙂 🙂
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http://wp.me/pKVAM-2e6 The short version of my long-winded ping title 🙂 Hope your Thursday is going well.
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Thank you, Tish. Your focus on a warm summer meadow is beautiful.
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Beautiful detail of the city! I focus on something tasty 🙂 http://www.paumau.fi/2017/02/mausteista-makua.html
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Interesting point of view. It’s calm and lively at the same time.
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Good observation! Thank you 🙂
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Tish summarized everything I wanted to say :-). gorgeous!
http://lessywannagohome.blogspot.be/2017/02/focus.html
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Thank you very much, Klara 🙂
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I looked at the photo and thought what a fabulous illustration of focus – before I read the text !
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How cool is that 🙂 Thanks, Hilary.
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A great topic for the week and your photo demonstrates it wonderfully. The focus on one ball gives the city behind an air of mystery and romance.
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Very happy you like it, Irene. Thank you.
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This is great, Paula. Love muted background buildings and colors. This just comes together perfectly!
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Cheers, Linda.
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I’m gonna participate this week again. I have something that may be suitable.
Love your pic btw 🙂
Hvae a nice weekend!
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Nice to hear that. I think it is a theme for just about any photographer 🙂
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What a terrific shot Paula, moody and very atmospheric. Great challenge this week.
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Number deux…. just for fun.
https://attaleuntold.wordpress.com/2017/02/24/thursdays-special-2-focus/
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love seeing what people chose Paula. Here’s mine https://dailymusing57.com/2017/02/24/thursdays-special-focus/
Have a good weekend!
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Great capture… Here’s my entry: https://lumar1298.wordpress.com/2017/02/25/thursday-special-focus/
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Thank you, Lor, and thank you for participating in the challenge.
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Wow your shot is stunning. Here is a slightly more run of the mill contribution https://sonyavdg.wordpress.com/2017/02/28/thursdays-special-focus/
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I’m so glad that you like it. It is very nice to see you participating again, Sonya. Thank you.
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Bellissimo!
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Your visit to Italy paid off 🙂 😀
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Hi Paula. I haven’t been around here for a while but thought I should dip my toe in the weekly challenge waters again. Here’s my entry for Focus. Thanks for the challenge. https://jennysotherstuff.wordpress.com/2017/03/01/focus/
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Hi , Paula…
Here is my contribute to the challenge…
http://unavistadisanfermo.wordpress.com
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If it wasn’t for this photo, the main focus, in general, would have been the building. Nice shot. Also, check out https://travel387.wordpress.com/2017/03/01/thursdays-special-focus/
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