Ocean Blue
by thrumyiis

Comment:
Terrific downward shot resulting in a pleasant confusion between water and sky, those lacy clouds of textured waves and wavelets. The varied shades of sand are also appealing.
One of five personal favorites of the challenge.

out of the shadows
by skewsme

Comment:
Couldn't make up my mind about a 5 or an 8, so forgot to vote. The landscape aspect here is kind of evasive, but the framing and the the bright patch of trees, with its textures, colors, lines and charming harmony are quite compelling. So, despite the votes, deserving of enjoyment and appreciation. Hope I wouldn't have copped out to a 6, but forged ahead with my initial impression.

Morning Glory
by GeneralE

Comment:
Morning glories need no reason.

roadside olympic
by tnun

Comment:
When the eye is drawn to such rewards the world is cornucopious.

Majestic
by clickodak

Comment:
This tree is dancing. Well found and presented.

Play Time!
by glad2badad

Comment:
Fine picture of your shelties happily at play. Dear to my heart, as I love my sheltie too.

Out at Night
by DistantColours

Comment:
So serene that the bright sun is a bit jarring, but certainly also a strength of the image. Can't go wrong with blue.

plus 1
by PennyStreet

Comment:
Beautifully sculpted with the available light. It makes me smile at his concentration on the ball he's playing with. For him, childhood is forever.

rage
by Ken

Comment:
Is this rage or fury? Well, never mind. It certainly highlights the raw power of nature in combination, and maybe at odds, with the well-ordered constructions of people. The precise clarity itself is formidable. I especially like the tiny city skyscrapers on the left horizon.

Ivory Flame
by salmiakki

Comment:
After the classic romantic painters, beautifully carried off. The color scheme and presentation are immaculate. Nice.