The Portfolio Pro Critique Template

1. Post your image to the pool
2. Display the first image you want to critique in a new window or a separate tab
3. Possibly change to structured or free form by pressing one of the corresponding buttons
4. Use the web page input fields below to critique and grade an image (the critique input fields are marked with the text "Click to enter your critique" before you start using them)
5. When you have finished your critique and (optional) grades, click the HTML field at the bottom left and copy (CTRL-C) the content
6. Go to the photo you just critiqued, paste the HTML code into the comment field (CTRL-V) and click the "POST COMMENT" button
7. Do this for the 2 photos to the right of your own photo

Structured Free Form		Clear Form
Technical Execution:
		Technical points to consider: Color balance, BW conversion, tonal range, saturation Focus, sharpness, details, visible noise or grain, DOF, bokeh Exposure, highlight burn-out, details in dark areas, contrast, shutter/aperture choice Postprocessing: use of special effects, vignetting, blurring, texture, framing, good use of HDR? Lens distortion, tilted horizon
Visual Composition:
		Composition points to consider: Organization of elements: weight, balance, shape, orientation Perspective, leading lines, flows, depth Use of colors, light and size of objects in the composition Aspect ratio,crop, natural framing Position of key elements: rule of thirds, golden section, diagonal, simplicity Geometry and symmetry Anchor point(s), center of interest, flows
Artistic Value and Creativity:
		Creativity points to consider: Concept and idea Does it work? Suitable use of technique and composition? Artistic achievement / work of art? Uniqueness / Originality / Innovation Creative interpretation of classic theme? Different and refreshing?
Personal Impact:
		Impact points to consider: Initial interest, initial impact/wow factor Lasting impact? A photo you will remember? Emotional impact? Eye catcher? How the image affects you Does it feel like you're in the picture? People engaged in the scene or merely posing? Impressive creativity, composition and/or execution? Like to visit the photo location?
Total Impression:
HTML code to copy/paste into the Flickr photo comment field:		Critique Preview:
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$Revision: 1.7 $
$Date: 2010/02/13 10:32:05 $