Stepping Stones

[tHRiCe]

I'd like opinions on the processing... over the top? It's quite bright/saturated on my monitor but I know it'll print slightly duller as is always the case. The histogram clips only on the blacks and only very slightly, everything else is within range so I think it's under control. But I would still like to hear what others think. I don't think a vignette would have helped.

*shots removed*

Two exposures blended, colours as I saw them, if anyone saw sunset on the west coast tonight they would agree. The slight distortion is an illusion due to the round lagoon.

Please be nice

[FB008]

not over the top IMO, perhaps a tad too bright as you've already pointed out. for me the bottom half is perhaps too bright as well, but it could be just me.

[tHRiCe]

I darkened the water and increased contrast a bit. I also used a lighter-handed sharpening and I think it looks better. I posted it right next to the original for comparison. Thanks

[FB008]

looks more natural to me now, good work.