The Ascension of Nefertiti
by Artan

Comment:
When I consider breaking new ground, this pic does it for me.. I looked again and again, admiring your ability to create. 10

Peace (in chinese)
by nico_blue

Comment:
this is my favorite in this competition... other pics are mediocre in comparison.10

The Stalker
by aznym

Comment:
great composition and appeal. 9

The grapes of wrath
by whiteroom

Comment:
Hi Lesley,
Shocking... Where is artistic common sense in all of this. I'm so frustrated by what I see in this competition... But rest assure, it is a magnificent pic.

Shall We Dance?
by Jesuispeure

Comment:
You have been robbed. Such a stunning pic.... Surely something's wrong somewhere.

Koi
by GinaRothfels

Comment:
Never seen anything like this, a master piece, 10.

Portrait of Amelie
by whiteroom

Comment:
It's in the eyes... simple great.

An Eternity
by Artan

Comment:
Great classical beauty this pic. Long after we're gone the glory of this pic would still shine it's rays of glory on this world. A real winner in my book. Well done.

Candlelight Demonstration
by Jovi

Comment:
Was this for the 2 girls? You captured the mood so well, impressive.

Blade
by jbirkman

Comment:
Not a bad pic at all, just do not like the noise...

Returning to look at this again... There is definately some background noise that does not compliment your blade. The idea is good and so the lighting on the blade. I really like the play of red, it actually creates the pic. If not for this background noise, could have scored it much higher. All said, bumping up on merit.