the highlights are too blown, hard to see that it's a boat.

I agree with Friiskiwi, but it's a cute idea

That's what happens when you done meter the highlight. But to be fair, metering the "swan" would make the interior of the boats too dark?

funny

nice idea..and i do agree.. the main subject is a blown out.. there are ways to correct it in camera, like changing the exposure compensation in a drop down menu. bracketing the shot, using a fill flash for the regular boats, waiting for an overcast day,or differnt part of the day (early am later pm)....and i'm sure there is others... overall it is a great concept and pretty funny... thanks for sharing the photo

Thanks for the comments and suggestions. I agree...it is blown out. I knew I had the photo and it fit the contest, so I submitted it. I'd love to go back and take a little more time with this subject.

Funny, good photo