Albert Wickous  


Countryside Sunset by Albert Wickous

September 2026 - Countryside Sunset

About the Image(s)

Title: Countryside Sunset
This photograph captures a countryside sunset scene in Miyun District, Beijing. It records the changing light and shadows of the late evening, showcasing the tranquil atmosphere of the rural landscape.
Equipment Used:
Canon EOS M5 camera, paired with a Canon EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens, shot at a focal length of 55mm
Camera Settings:
Aperture Priority AE, ISO 100, 1/320 sec, f/8.0, 0 EV, Multi-segment metering, Manual White Balance, Flash off.
Lighting Conditions:
Early evening 19:14 (7:14 PM) local time, natural ambient sunset light.
Where and When:
Miyun District, Beijing, China, June 20, 2025.
Post-Processing:
Only the resolution was modified; no other post-processing adjustments were made.


4 comments posted




Zhicai Ren   Zhicai Ren

The first antenna on the left has a large volume and is already suppressing the image. You can lower the position slightly to make the outline of the dish antenna more complete and avoid the bottom bracket being too blocked by grass. If conditions permit, the composition can be based on the pattern, and if there are branches obstructing on the right, they can be cut off.
There are multiple wires running horizontally through the screen, which are a bit messy and slightly interfere with the simple lines of the antenna. If possible, you can avoid shooting at the third pot in front.   Posted: 09/10/2026 20:32:52



Zhicai Ren   Zhicai Ren
  Posted: 09/10/2026 20:33:55
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Zhicai Ren   Zhicai Ren
Also, please send me your profile picture and resume via email, and I will help you upload them.   Posted: 09/10/2026 20:49:01



Jen Fawkes   Jen Fawkes
Hello Albert, welcome to the group. I think this is a strong image that tells me a story about the old (traditional) and the new (technology). I can see the repeated and receding antenna as well as the pathway that both act as leading lines that take me into the image. The sheer number of antennas also adds to the story. I can see what Zhicai is saying about having a bit more space around the largest antenna (they always say shoot wider, crop later. And then we always forget!). However for me I think the fact that the bottom 1/3 of the image is so dark that makes the large antenna appear to dominate. I've taken the liberty of applying some selective lightening to the bottom half of the image which I think now gives the antennas a base to stand on, but also highlights the human factor giving some scale. Some editing is allowed in the reality based divisions, and if you need to know more you can always go to the PSA webpage for more info (or just ask here). Scroll down to find the editing guidelines.
https://psaphotoworldwide.org/page/division-definitions

  Posted: 09/11/2026 18:07:04
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