Help! What is the issue with this image?

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December 15, 2023
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Hello All,

I really like this image, but I can't figure out the source of its quality issue. It was a weird image to begin with. It appeared to have some fringing in only certain areas of the reflection. I think I finally got rid of it, but maybe not. I have a couple of thoughts about what might be wrong, but would like some fresh eyes/opinions. Thank you in advance!

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daniellei4510

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The heads of the two main figures blend with the wave behind them and they almost look headless. On at least one of the figures, viewed at 200%, there is a white halo effect probably created during upscaling. Or maybe it was always there. Too dark overall. The two dogs. Or is it just one? I can make out one for sure but the other could be seaweed. And what is it that washed up next to it? A rock? A backpack? In all, the image makes me think too hard about what is what is what.

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ImaRetiredTeacherAuthor

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Since they were strangers and I have no releases, I wanted to be sure it wouldn't be rejected on that basis. Would you say they don't need to be as darkened then? It never occurred to me to remove the seaweed until you mentioned it. Which makes me laugh because I clean up distractions on a regular basis, haha. Thx so much 😃