Motion Blur and Stop Action Critique

I like my motion blur and stop action photos. I like the way that in my stop action that the fountain is so dark and the drops of water splashing up show up clearly against the darkness. I like the way that the motion blur photo blurs the water so much. I would have used a filter for the motion blur photo to get more contrast.

Textbook Photo

I could use this idea for lines or for an unusual angle. This picture appeals to me because of the staircase and how it leads my eyes to the lighting fixture. I've always been really interested in spiral staircases, and this would be a good way to bring that interest into my photography.

Notes Oct. 3