Stop !
by Mambe

Comment:
Something seems off in the color balance. Maybe too warm? Almost has a sepia tone to it but I'm not sure you intended that. The background is distracting over the shoulder. White, black, or light blue instead might have worked better. With some different positioning that background could have been eliminated almost entirely. It's a unique approach to the challenge, just not quite right technically. Good luck in the challenge.

Bouquet for the Teacher
by brizmama

Comment:

Originally posted by glad2badad: Very creative concept. A little hot (overexposed) - this would have scored higher if it wasn't. 5 from me for creativity, could have been an 8. Hopefully I'm an anomaly. ;^) Good luck in the challenge.

I should have kept the score a secret? I'm the only one not marked helpful. :(

I hear a Bee buzzing around...
by dassilem

Comment:
A couple of things I can point out for you if you're interested. ;^)

First, what is the subject of your image - footwear or tattoo? The challenge theme is footwear, but your title points to the other. If I were to look at this image without knowing what the challenge is and without your title, I would say the subject is the tatoo. This may have garnered some low votes from the DNMC crowd. Yes, technically you have footwear in there...

Second, the image is a bit flat. The lighting is ok, but nothing jumps out or "pops" here. Some additional contrast would help alot, some experimenting with more dramatic lighting could be considered, maybe even a different background?

Last, the image is soft. Nothing really begs for attention that is sharply in focus.

What it all boils down to is (in this case) you needed to define the subject more clearly and make it more interesting/artistic rather than a documentary/snapshot type image.

Hopefully, I didn't ramble too much and this is helpful in some way. Take care! ;^)

Chemistry
by jodiecoston

Comment:
Ahhh... A refreshing take on the challenge. Thank you! ;^) Well done. Fun color, good subject (beakers), nice lighting and reflections. I do wish the DOF was a little deeper to put the front beaker in focus. Good luck in the challenge.

this is highschool.
by drudru

Comment:
Seems like a bit of a disconnect with the type on the page versus an ink pen. Why not write the words out instead of sticking a piece of paper on the notepad? The message is funny. Lighting is a little harsh (a softbox or light tent would help some with this).

Anyway. Good luck in the challenge. ;^)

Zoo field trip aftermath
by brianeden

Comment:
Ok. That title gave me a smile. ;^) Well composed on your image. Would be nice to have a bit deeper tone in the sky background, but hey, can't always have everything. Good luck in the challenge.

End of 9th Period
by TransparentReality

Comment:
Oh man! So close. I REALLY like the concept here. If only there was something in focus. :( That front padlock needs to be tack sharp. Good luck in the challenge.

Pulling an All-Nighter
by FotoMunki

Comment:
Should have used an empty Coke can. ;^)

time is runing very fast... soon is the exams
by oceanus80

Comment:
Running. time is running... ;^) Very shallow DOF - would be best focused on the tip of the finger I think.

"The Happiest Days Of Our Lives"
by dayberry

Comment:
What's up with all the hats on in the classroom?! It's funny how I noticed them. This image seems to have a natural leading line that draws your eye right into that back left corner. Looks like some tough lighting here with natural light coming from your back right (blows out the white paper some), then you have the overhead lighting in the room. At least no one is sleeping. ;^) Good luck in the challenge.