I've been wanting to publish several of my photos and submit them to some local galleries for profit. But, I need to know if the general public (you) is interested in seeing these in the stores, or if you would even consider buying photos like these...

I realize that I'm not going to get 100% satisfactory responses, but at least it gives me an idea of what to expect when I do. -- I've included ten (10) of my best photographs for you to review. When commenting, please reference to the photo number. I accept all critiques, questions, commentaries, etc. Thanks!

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-RailGuy88

I see your darkened raspberries and I'll raise you some not totally ripe raspberries I shot while checking out a location:



Though I like your shot better.

Personally, I think #6 is your best shot. However, there is a bit of a sun reflection in the very center of the sky. I would take that out. Otherwise, it is composed well.

The main issue I see with your black and whites is they are too dark. I would bump up the contrast a bit and bring out some white balance.

I do like #10, however, I would like it better if you had centered the railroad tracks directly down the shot.
#5 is slightly out of focus on the blackberries themselves.

Just my $.02

Honestly, I think you would improve your chances if you sat down and thought of a theme. These pictures are kind of all over the place. Try to think of a message to convey, or you could also just pick something you love, such as trains and go with that. Try to express your passion for trains through the majesty of photography and don't use Reala!

As a gallery owner, though by no means an authority on the subject, if you came to me with these ten images and asked for a gallery show, I would decline.

As argonian correctly pointed out, there is no theme that runs through the images posted. When you approach a gallery, or coffee shop or any space where you want to exhibit, you should have a specific theme in mind, and all images should represent what you would show in that exhibition.

Furthermore, I think you should perhaps spend more time learning about photography, composition, and thinking about what you want to say through your work.. and then think about selling them. From what you've posted, I'm not seeing that come through.

Feel free to PM me if you'd like to discuss further.