Photo Analysis: Reflection

What’s working:This shot is a masterclass in symmetry. The way the reflection in the water perfectly mirrors the sky, bridge and castle creates a great sense of balance. The statues and lamp posts frame the castle beautifully, leading the eye straight into the scene.
What could be tweaked:If you look really closely the castle is not exactly in the centre, it is going a bit to the left side (that is even more prominent due to the fact that the water puddle is higher up on the left side ‘‘pulling’’ the scene to the left). So a slight crop could be helpful or repositioning yourself for the shot (however also tricky because in that case you need the puddle).

What’s working:The lighting is very dramatic. The way the dark clouds contrast with the warm tones of the castle gives it a very surreal look—like something out of a historical epic. Also the glow on the building makes it feel powerful and pulls your eye in.
What could be tweaked:The dark areas, especially in the clouds and shadows, are very intense. While this adds drama, slightly lifting the shadows could bring back a bit more detail without losing the vibe the photographer was going for.

What’s working:The puddle reflection is amazing. It’s crisp and adds an extra dimension to the image. It almost makes it look as if the ground and sky are merging. Beautiful!
What could be tweaked:Maybe just a tiny bit of clarity or contrast in the reflection to make it pop even more. But honestly, it’s already incredibly striking.

What’s working:This image feels powerful. The dark sky, the architecture, the symmetry—it all comes together to create that epic scene.
What could be tweaked:If you wanted to push the storytelling further, maybe a small human element—like a person in the distance—could add a sense of scale and narrative.