THURSDAY’S SPECIAL: ONCE OVER

If you think that you have seen this image before, you are right. I have posted it once for “After and Before” challenge. This time I would like to show a variation of the same scene. In the first photo I placed a tripod on a small bridge facing the rocks to be able to do a long exposure. There wasn’t much room to maneuver especially with passing visitors.

In the second one however, I placed the camera on the fence of the bridge which allowed me to frame my shot better. This is the frame that I prefer. I did not stop there I edited it a bit differently too, by giving it a fresher look. I hope that this time people will be actually able to see the faces on the rocks 😀

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Take your time posting for this challenge. I will look at the entries early next week. 

P.S. I posted two different frames of the same scene here to show the difference and to show how sometimes a compromise of using a fence or other stable surface can come handy instead of a tripod that requires some room. It was not by any means an invitation to criticize my photos. I know that people that do it are not photo experts, but this is my blog, I keep it as a source of relaxation for myself and not for others to annoy me.

79 responses to “THURSDAY’S SPECIAL: ONCE OVER”

  1. Faces loud and clear. I wonder what they’re saying? And thanks for reminding me that a tripod exists! Hope your life is calm and there’s time for relaxation.

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      1. I’m sorry I was blithe. And sorry things aren’t calm and relaxed for you.

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      2. I’m sorry to hear that.

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  2. Beautiful, Paula. The second one is really crisp and clear to me. Enjoyed the music!

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    1. I will cancel music soon. I decided not to pay for space upgrade any more.

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      1. I don’t blame you! It’s nice but your posts will be just as wonderful! 😀

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  3. I see the faces! I like the 2nd shot – it is more vibrant. Love the music- it sounds like water. 🙂 be back soon!

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  4. Love the 2nd shot too, but… faces on the rocks?! I can’t see them 😅😣🤔 why???

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      1. Ahahaha 😂😂😂 I’ll keep searching!

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  5. Faces seen. I prefer the second for what I see as more brightness and contrast. More vibrance.

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    1. Thank you for the visit.

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  6. Great shot and editing, Paula

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    1. Thank you, Woolly.

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  7. This reminds me so much of a lovely spot in the Algarve- Pego do Inferno. Access to it was spoilt by fire some years ago but it’s still there, with tranquil, beautiful water. I will be linking to yours later today, Paula. I wish life wasn’t so stressful for you. 🙂 🙂

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    1. No rush, Jo. As I said bellow I will check out entries next week.

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  8. Beautiful spot and yes I can see the faces Paula.

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    1. Thank you kindly, Irene 🙂

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  9. First of all , Happy Birthday , (in spite of the difficult moments you mention…..)
    And then , a double like on the second photo , with the fine , detailed faces!

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    1. Anna, it is not my bd yet.

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      1. But I know it’s in a few days , isn’t it?
        So …..I just wanted to anticipate ….!

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  10. Slightly dissenting voice here, I prefer the first shot. The second one is crisper and fresher, the faces come out more (but I immediately saw them in the first shot, too) but it robs the place a bit from the mysterious mood that appeals to me in the first shot.

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    1. Fair enough. Sometimes I like the first one better too. Now, I am logging off. Will look at the links next week.

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  11. […] leave without one more tribute to Paula.  She works hard and still manages to bring us Thursday’s Special each week.  Two views on the same subject.  What do you think?  Take care, till next […]

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  12. *edit* – robs of not from. Sorry.

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  13. Lovely shot and good editing – brightening up my day. Sending warm thoughts from a cold Sweden.

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    1. Thank you so much Ann-Christine 🙂 Warm hugs back from a cold and foggy Zagreb.

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  14. …and – I see the faces in both versions.

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  15. […] This is for Paula’s Thursday’s Special with the given task once over.  Okay, it was a few more than that.  More different looks on the same subject can be found here. […]

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  16. […] *** Thursday’s Special photo challenge : once over […]

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  17. Love this image, I saw the faces immediately…. The second shot is sharper, fresher

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  18. […] Linked to Thursday’s Special at Paula’s here […]

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  19. […] can join Paula, she’d love to see […]

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  20. Beautiful shots, looks like a perfect place to be on a hot summer day, Thanks for your challenges, they always make me think. Thursday hugs!

    An obelisk scene

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  21. […] at Lost in Translation, always surprises with new, inspiring tasks. This time I am not sure if I am doing what she is […]

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    1. Thank you so much Ann-Christine 🙂

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  22. The faces in the rocks are nature’s choir singing a gentle, hypnotic song, with the soloist on the right.adding the calming sound of falling water. Take care, Paula.

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    1. Marie – that was so beautiful to read…

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      1. Thanks. I don’t often feel poetic but the picture made me think of it in words. 🙂

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    2. That’s lovely, Marie. Thank you very much for this inspired comment.

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      1. Hope your week is going well!

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  23. the music was so nice with the photos and the second one felt like there was more back-rock to the left and as Linda noted – a little clearer to me too.

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    1. Music will be gone soon as I said to Linda.

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      1. just went and read the comment – and best wishes to you as you make any changes you feel are needed….
        and side note – happy birthday when it comes (read anna’s comments too while I was digging for the one to Linda) and also hope your hand/arm heals 100% very soon…

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        1. Thank you. I have invested a lot of time and effort in challenges over the years and I am aware now that it wasn’t worth it. Linking, presenting others’ work for what – for not even saying “hi” here despite of “participating” in the challenge or even critizing my work. Every week I see posts that I hate and I have never said anything negative about others work. This experience has been bull$it.

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  24. […] Here is my entry for Paula’s (Lost In Translation blog) Thursday Special challenge.  This week her theme is Once Over. […]

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  25. Wonderful idea for a challenge. I love your photos Paula.
    Here is my entry for the week.

    Thursday’s Special: Once Over

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    1. Thank you kindly, Cee. I am very glad that you like the idea 🙂

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    1. Thank you so much, Lisa 🙂

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  26. […] The worth visiting Thursday’s Special themes created by Paula The inspiring theme this week “Once over“. […]

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  27. […] A photo challenge from Lost in Translation: Once Over […]

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  28. I hope people understand your idea of relaxation and enjoyment. I love the photos and think your second photo is much better..
    Here is my contribution to “once over”. I hope I have understood the challenge.

    The Begonia

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    1. It doesn’t matter whether they get it or not. It’s my blog – I run things here.

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      1. That’s the way. I am glad you are still you Paula. I am glad you are able to do the challenges, It makes my day even when things get difficult. 🙂

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        1. Thank you, Brian. I am scheduling “pick a word” for this Thursday. Bring your sense of humour and lack of judgement with you 😉

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          1. Shall do Paula. I shall have all my being ready to be tantalised with words that challenge and delight my senses x

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  29. I have to say that the first shot is just lovely but the little tweaks in positioning and post-processing do make the second one stand out a bit more nicely. What an enchanting place.

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    1. Thank you very much for the visit and comment, Lisa. Have a great day!

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  30. Your second version wins for me too Paula – probably partly because of being in a cold February mood at the moment! I find the 2nd shot brighter and more cheerful and the faces are wonderfully clear. Can’t help but smile

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  31. Hi Paula…it’s been a while! Such is a hectic life…2nd photo is my preference and the faces are so clear…very cool

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  32. Muito bonito!

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  33. I love the fact that you believe in experimenting with your photography skill. Everybody should experiment with their existing skill to further develop it. It takes you one step forward. It gives a kick. And you are not only doing it yourself but motivating others to do it. Keep this up.

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  34. I can see the faces , and vote for the second version. Love its vividness and the brilliant colors in it…

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