Hi. I'm a newbie and I know learning from criticisms is one way to learn this art. I took this picture when I was in Bern, Switzerland last year. Since it was converted before, I will not be able to show any camera information. I took this with Nikon D40x with 18-55mm lens.

http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/6325/bernfo1.jpg

Nice cropping TJ...a little manipulation might be helpful....

Try exploring from other angles and positions when shooting.:)

Nice cropping TJ...a little manipulation might be helpful....

Hi Bunz, can you share what type of manipulation should I do with this image? Thanks

the composition looks great but if I have to post process the image, my personal touch up would be, 1. sharpening; I'd like to emphasize the kids enjoying the ride. 2. I'll probably adjust the levels and curves to balance the highlights and midtones to my preference, 3. I'll probably desaturate the background trees and the balloons though its great in the general appearance of the composition. or I'll try making it appear nostalgic like classic cowboy film. some other viewer might not want these preferences because they have something in mind that they like the viewer to see.

However sir, pictures are pictures. how you convey the idea as if you are telling something in that composition is up to your imagination and creativity.