milkweed
by ursula

Comment:
I like the lighting on the whisps, especially the way it highlights certain ones like miniature lighting bolts. However, I don't like the color of the background - I think it competes with the main subjects. With them being so delicate I think a darker background that would let them stand out more would work better, but that's just my opinion. 6

R/G/B
by kostia

Comment:
I like this image, is that plastic in the cups? The lighting is great, as is the added interest of the colors diffusing through the glasses. I do find a band of less focus across the middle distracting though. Not sure if that is because of the shape of the glass, or something else, its my main detractant however. 7

bad mood
by shutterfly

Comment:
hehe, yeah she does look to be a little unhappy. The lighting on the face is good - I wish it was a bit softer, though the emotion being an angry one perhaps a harsher light fits better. Your model is very photogenic, I like the black & white choice. I wish there was a bit sharper focus, mostly because of the mood of the piece. All in all, a great shot. 7

Debbie
by Morgan

Comment:
Interesting lighting choices. I like how the light is diffused through her hair, but there are some harsh shadows on her face from the other light, along her nose and cheek. I like the fact that she isn't looking straight into the camera. Nice solid photo though, I gave a 6. As an aside, I think it might be worth a try to do a similar set up, but have the shadowed side of her face/body be completely or mostly in shadow, just to see what that might look like.

Midnight Run
by A Weaver

Comment:
This is a nice photo, I always like these types. It has a bit less crispness than others I've seen, I'm not sure if getting a strong background focus is easy or difficult in this kind of image (never tried it), but I've come to look for that. 6

By the book
by ronners

Comment:
The focus is pretty good - I would've liked the first few lines in that first paragraph all to be in focus then start blending out. I wish the lighting was a bit brighter as well, BUT I do like the fact that it is lighting only a portion of the writing and tapers off. The subject/composition doesn't hold my attention very long - I find it a little dry, a little color to spice things up may have helped, maybe a red circle around 'read the rules' or something similar. Just an idea. All in all I gave it a 5

Ocean Sunset
by goodtempo

Comment:
Beautiful! Excellent contrast between hard and soft colors. I love the silhouette look - light usage is marvelous. The trees against the sky alone would have been dramatic, but the deer addition makes it superb. Nice shot! 10

Feeling Blue
by Mona

Comment:
Interesting coloring, really gives the image a unique look. Focus is great, the lighting enhaces rather than detracts. Border use is great too. 8

Hoplite
by zeuszen

Comment:
I'll be honest and say I'm not following the title, Hoplites were a type of warrior yes? Regardless, I find this a nice powerful photo. The simple lines are great, as is the use of b&w and the organic feel to it. Nice use of space and the lighting really adds a nice drama to it, imo. 9

Reflections
by Firstrich1

Comment:
An arresting photo. I like the b&w choice. I like the rigid lines of the window panes playing background to the more organic curves of the bottle and glasses. I do find the smidges of glare a little distracting but overly much. What actual grabs my attention negatively is the window looks streaked. Weird huh?? Also, this is just curiousity - is that bottle bent at the top or is that just perspective and lighting playing tricks on me? The filled glass has good focus, but I wish the other one and the bottle wasn't quite as soft focused. Great framing and overall presentation. 7