Varying the shot

Here's a lesson I'm working on: varying the shot. I've heard it from editors and portfolio reviewers, from photogs whose work I respect. Sometimes an image is not just right...and it has to do with the perspective. So I went through my stories looking for something that shows a variety of perspectives. I was searching for a photo essay that contained three: the long shot, the medium shot, and the close up.

The long shot is an establishing shot that shows much of the whole setting. Providing context, I guess? Here's my entry:



Next is the medium shot, showing the interaction of a few items. Below is my medium shot attempt, but I'm not sure it qualifies...it's the horse hooves interacting with the arena floor? Let me know what you think.



Finally, the close-up.