Layers of Forgot
by Bearded_dop

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An interesting image that contributes well to the challenge

This is a nice abstract that pays homage to Aarons work, I like it. Your composition, the flat lighting, mono presentation and seeing all contribute well to the challenge theme. The sinuous strands of the dead plant add a lovely element of interest to the wall. I see this is only your 5th challenge and already you are a double ribbon holder, you are undoubtedly contributing in a significant way, I look forward to more of your work Philip.

Structure, Constructure
by riot

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that does not meet the challenge

Great lighting Eugene it brings the building and crane out very well in a 3D way. I like your seeing and the crane shadow it all works well. This would be absolutely ideal under normal circumstances but given that Aaron strived for a flatness in his images I would say although there is an abstract element in the composition, the lighting and colour work against the challenge theme in this instance. Even had it been in mono as most of his work was, in terms of lighting it is simply ‘too good’.

underfoot
by Manic

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An interesting image that contributes well to the challenge

Good seeing Manic. Any abstract that makes you think for a while has got to be good, this makes you think for a while. I like your use of diagonals to add a dynamic construct it works well. The random patterns of the blacks really adds to the abstract nature of the image. In terms of the challenge, yes it is reminiscent of Aaron̢۪s work, sell done.

Tangled
by clickodak

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An interesting image that contributes well to the challenge

Good seeing and interpretation Marcel. I̢۪m really pleased with the very positive critique you have received from your commenters, I have little to add constructively I agree with them. The image can work without the snow but my preference is with it as a base especially as it has been properly exposed it adds a soft whiteness to the rest of the image. It all works well.

Into the Storm II
by riot

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

Mother nature, the greatest artist of them all! The magnificent cloud shapes are beautifully enhanced by the gorgeous lighting that is brilliantly showing off the bright cloud against the textured contrasts of the darker lower clouds, ah its all majestically serene yet threateningly powerful. It could all easily be re-imagined into an iceberg amongst the freezing waters with its reflection and turbulent waves. Your exposure has captured the exquisite detail throughout in a most pleasing way. Yet another superb entry Eugene, thank you for sharing.

Transformer (Box)
by Dr.Confuser

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

How right you were with your prediction! So, having got over that, your record shot of someone else's art is, as you say, 'this is certainly art' that we are all now able to appreciate so thanks for recording it for our pleasure. There really are some extremely talented street artists out there whose works are there to give us pleasure on a daily basis. I am fortunate enough to experience such pleasure with a nearby building that never ceases to brighten up my day every time I see it. Thanks for sharing.

Falls Park At Night
by TommyMoe21

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

A good composition. The motion blur of the falls adds a dynamic and I like the mono presentation. What I feel is lacking is a sense of scale to show how mighty the falls are, if indeed that is the case, but there is the crux of the problem for me, I am unsure. Thanks for your entry Tom.

a place for reflection
by Manic

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

True art indeed, this is a wonderful image. I like everything about it, its one of those lovely images that really stimulates the senses, the oddness of the reflected chair in such a landscape gives it an endless appeal. The grainy mono processing adds so much atmosphere it takes it all to another level. Its very pleasing to see all the positive comments but I wish I hadn't seen riot's critique before embarking on my own because I may very well have missed the halos but now I know they are there – you know what thats likeâ€Â¦ Other than this minor blemish I think you have an outstanding image, well perceived and executed.

r h y t h m • p u l s e
by Ja-9

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

You know I'm a sucker for motion blur Janine and this is an excellent example that just shouts out vibrantly 'come dance with me'. I adore the crop and the way it places the emphasis on the gorgeous shape of her twirling dress. The mono processing is good and again the light shade of her dress against the predominant darker tones concentrates all your attention on her. I love it for its dynamic vibrancy it is so alive its beautiful, you sensed the 'moment' so well Janine. I'm really pleased to see so much positive reaction to your lovely image.

First dance
by docjonny

Comment:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the challenge

How do you follow a critique like Posthumous' ? I'll do my best. This really is a delightful image Jonathon with the dancing girl the obvious focus lit beautifully by that diagonal shaft of light which lights her like a beacon amongst the dark shadows. For me the image appeals most for the motion blur of the child as she twirls, lost in her own private world of discovery, together with the lovely use of negative space and deep shadows. The mono presentation is a must it works so very well. This was a very well supported challenge with a lot of good entries and, though you have received a lot of appreciative reaction, all well justified, for me this ought to be on the front page, a great image Jonathan, well done.