DELETE LATER!

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The attached photo taken in Tokyo a few weeks ago is one of my favorites, yet is very much unacceptable according to compositional rules and common practices. The photo wasn't planned to be a statement against established picture-space guidelines; it was a mistake! I saw the two girls crossing the street from a distance, so I quickly climbed up on top of a tall curb, but missed the shot. They were in the photo, but I wasn't quick enough to compose properly.



I was about to delete the image, but decided it would be best to wait until I reviewed all the images at my hotel. When I got the shot on the screen, I changed my opinion, and decided I would continue its existence!

This is simply a reminder to be very cautious when deleting digital images in the camera. It is often best to delete them after reviewing on a computer monitor. This time period will also give you greater perspective on what images have value, and which ones do not.


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