Jonathon
by NikonJeb

Comment:
Fine effect, creative, strong palette. Surprised it didn't fare better.

Living in the country
by MargaretNet

Comment:
Though not often a fan of such processing, this is overt and creative, so charming and intimate.

Stripes
by salmiakki

Comment:
Elegantly graphic, fine textures and tones.
Looks like the first step towards regeneration is through a shadow.

"Raise!"
by tanguera

Comment:
Wonderful picture! This one will stay with me, the mood, the charm, the warmth of spirit.
You have quite the circle of friends.

Swanage Old Pier
by DistantColours

Comment:
Delightfully cunning musical passage, whimsical and serene.
Personal favorite of the challenge.

My land. My dog. Home is where the heart is.
by roz

Comment:
I was so struck by this image and, besides it being beautifully crafted, didn't quite know why. Upon reading your sensitive explanation, now I do.

lava dragon
by lei_73

Comment:
What a wonderful take on the challenge. Against the grain, fire predominates in this image embracing an ancient symbol, with water in attendance as vapor.
Personal favorite of the challenge.

one eyed jack
by jmritz

Comment:
Neat.

Decisions
by Neat

Comment:
The foreground is beautifully extracted, if that's an appropriate word, from its busy, finer-grained context. Its sumptuous produce is elegantly displayed, upswept and inviting. The two women's contemplation of the fruit and vegetables enliven the immediate theme. The flurry of lines in the image induces one's vision to dance along in fascination. It just feels good.
Personal co-favorite of the challenge.

rabbit planet
by skewsme

Comment:
Delightful quilted quality. Can lift anyone's heart.