Encounter
by michael_p

Comment:
Oh I like this a lot! Very abstract feel to it, wonderful color. The shape really draws my eyes in. Lighting is great, use of space is too. This has a very alien feel to it for me, even the title goes with that feeling (though I could be interpreting it differently than meant). Well done. 8

Redemption
by jgal76

Comment:
Very nice composition. The lighting is excellent, the posture of the puppet man plays off of the light well adding depth and story to the image. A fine photo. 7

Fairy Lights
by Samara

Comment:
I was very curious when I saw this in the thumbnails, and I find it even more interesting once opened fully. I enjoy this image - the composition is unique, I find an odd juxtoposition with my perception, in that the fairy looks more concrete and real while the crystal has the mystical and fantasy aura to it. I think that and the technical execution is why the image captures my attention so much. Nice. 7

Evening Mist
by tp-fcp

Comment:
Fantastic light usage, I love images with mist/fog in them. The scene itself is a little commonplace, but the lighting and mist really take it to another level. Excellent eye. 7

First Kiss of Light
by Toddh

Comment:
Lovely! The use of light is tantamount here - it really makes the piece. The image feels crisp to me, I wish I could be there and see it in person. This may be strange, but I think this would be perfect for one of those motivational posters, they always use awe-inspiring images. There seems to be a bit of discoloration in the sky but I think its either due to resizing or my computer, so I didn't hold it against you. A wonderful capture. 9

A Brilliant Idea...
by StevePax

Comment:
The light bulb stands out well against the background - good focus - how did you get it so the background wasn't lit up by the bulb? Compositionally I don't find the image very interesting, but I do think it is well-executed and fits both its title and the challenge. 7

Fall Reality
by dsidwell

Comment:
Beautiful color, great detail. I'll be honest and say I wish the prominent leaf was completely in sharp focus, but I don't think it detracts, more of a personal preference. Your light usage is very upfront, set off nicely by the shadows in the background, and so fits the challenge wonderfully. A very good image. 8

Blue
by pitsaman

Comment:
I love the perspective and the color. Those two made the biggest impact on me. The use of light is good, I do like the backlighting, but as with many 'people' images, I wish I could see the face better. Also, I think removing the branches at the top would enhance the image bring out the blue aspect all the more. The focus looks good as does the overall composition. 6

Its the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!
by Faye Pekas

Comment:
Gorgeous color, vivid just how I like it. I like the offcenter positioning. The very round aspect of the pumpkin draws my eyes in and keeps it there for the most part. Black background really makes the color shine, excellent use of light. My only distraction is that line of..glare? reflection? in the bottom left. Very solid image. 8

Coppin' a Ray
by TooCool

Comment:
I bet this one is a cutie. I like the concept behind the image, but I think the close crop erases much of what is being described by the title and that lowers the interest factor for me. I'd like to see more of the cat's body and thus more of the rays its copping. Focus is marvelous. I'm flipflopping on whether the light in the eyes is good or bad, it gives a bit of spark but it also looks a little odd to me. I think the subject works for the challenge and light usage is good. 6