Friends No More
by vonautsch

Comment:
Ok, this image made me giggle at first because I couldn't tell if they were fish or chickens.. I do like the way the light is playing on these though. I don't think it necessarily evokes loneliness or solitude, I do think it shows separation which I think is a sub-category, and so fits the challenge for me. I really like how the one alone is much more lit (a little blown out perhaps) and the group is darker. The use of space is good too and I think the black & white was a good choice. Would be interested in seeing the color version of this after this is over if there is one though. Nice image! 8

Alone in the dark
by rhipster

Comment:
Excellent interpretation of the challenge. The subject's posture very much evokes the feeling of loneliness. The black & white aspect highlight the mood perfectly. Great focus, nice lighting. I like how the eyes are in shadow, gives an almost, faceless quality to the image. 10

Thinking Deep Thoughts
by alanfreed

Comment:
Good image! I love the colors, the detail is nice, great focus. Fits the challenge well and in a lighter tone than most. Subject is very restful and fun to look at. Well done. 7

Innocent Loneliness
by lambrosi

Comment:
A beautiful photo, I like the use of light and the black&white choice. The little cherub is adorable, but while shown alone.. I just don't get a solitude feeling, nor loneliness. I think there is an inherent feeling of well-being and care to be honest. Maybe its the closeup aspect of the child, not sure. I still think its a lovely image though. 7

An Actor's Solitude
by Spanish_Grease

Comment:
Great idea! I like the choice of black and white, really brings out the starkness of the image and I've noticed it helps enhance the feelings of solitude or loneliness. The perspective is great, I don't like the border though, seems too much. I wish the lighting wasn't quite so glaring on the right side of the person, but that's a little concern really. Very nice capture. 8

. . . . . .Off the limb and all alone.....
by ladpupmoe

Comment:
Certainly is alone! I like the play of color against the grey, the use of space helps increase the feeling of alone. The focus looks pretty good as is the use of natural lighting. That said, the image doesn't pop for me, its technically good but is missing a spark in my opinion. 6 due to tech. merit, would've been higher if the interest factor was there for me.

Alone with her thoughts (diffuse glow)
by DCThiessen

Comment:
Very nice affect, really gives the image a soft look which helps heighten the feeling of alone - especially since it brings out the solitary figure's sharpness against the background. I love the mood of this image. Great job 8

The Apple
by WILDBLUE

Comment:
Wow I like this image! It took me awhile to figure out its apple nature (even with the title) It looks like a fist to me sort of. Keeps my attention. Use of light is great, I like that it has a bar effect on it, instead of the usual unbroken light. Black and white really works for this, adds to the striking nature. The harsh light spots are the only major downside I see, but even that isn't too bad. Well done. 8

Shades of Autumn
by moodville

Comment:
Excellent lighting and tones. I love the texture visible on the jug/vase. The focus is superb on the jug, I do wish it extended to the grain of wheat which looks a little soft to me. I like the simplicity of the subject: both the vision and techincal aspects have been accomplished admirably. Well done. 10

Evening Light
by Spanish_Grease

Comment:
Interesting image! I like the color and feel of it. Has a very cool tone. Great lighting and focus is on target. Just wish that you couldn't see whatever that is behind the doors (the lights?). Otherwise it holds together nicely and is a very nice photo. 7