Preserved but Forgotten
by Refracted

Comment:
I like the background lighting here very much. The way it grades in from the top left of the image is very nice.

The subject is also well lit, and the composition work well enough, though I can't say I find the roses very visually appealing. They appear far to dusty for my tastes, and as a rule I don't care much for dried flowers. But thats just me.

Due to the age of your subject your colors are understandably subdued, as flowers tend to fade over time. Still the black backround makes for a nice contrast and presents them well. Do I find them cliche? Perhaps a little, but not to the extent that would carry well in this challenge.

If I had voted this challenge, and I didn't, I feel I would have scored your photo with a 5. Technically well done, but challenge requirements fall a bit short.

Droplet to Pool
by Froober

Comment:
I like the symmetry here. Lighting is nice too. Good work.

Growing Up
by jenarom

Comment:
Nice image. It does appear just a bit cramped at the bottom, but other than that the composition works well. Also, on the one hand I wonder what it might have been like with both subjects having bare feet (an no jeans), but on the other I like the contrasts provided here.

Before and After I put on my Glasses
by Azrifel

Comment:
Excellent take on this challenge. Very well executed too.

Blonde and Blue????
by boyte1

Comment:
interesting color choice! Nice portrait with a unique before and after theme.

Un-Forbidden Fruit
by autool

Comment:
Congrats Autool, I laughed harder at this one than any other. Well deserved win!

Am I Nuts
by redfig

Comment:
really like this, a good composition, a clean shot. good choice for B&W too. Kudos.

Ice Shell Mining
by amonteforte

Comment:
love the colors here...great atmosphere. good clear shot with a nice glow.

Stranger In A Strange Land
by BadPigg

Comment:
light used gives a deep forest feel to this shot and the crop accentuates the feeling...good job.

Memory Stick
by jenarom

Comment:
great idea, great photo! very, very clever :)