60 Years Later, Still So Much Hate
by levyj413

Comment:
I didn't vote this challenge, either, but I saw this image in a quick run through. I am fairly heavy hearted about its reception, including some of the technical comments, where viewers failed to even start to think about the message. My reaction was, well, profound is probably the best word; it makes me sad to think about the continued irrationality that prevails in the world today, and its respected place in our varied societies. This could happen again. I think the image, as is, is quite strong. I think the lighting works well, and the lack of anything that is clearly a "real" person (no face, no hands, just clothes, as Don said) added to the effect for me. I'm astounded at the score (but then I picked 0 of 10 of the top 10 in the challenge I did vote, painting with light).

Meteor Flames
by griz210

Comment:
I liked this during the challenge and gave it an 8; I thought it was a great idea, and I liked the execution, which I thought was pretty much spot on. Good composition, and effective use of light and color. I think it's a great shot.

The light painter
by purpleflutterby13

Comment:
I gave this an 8 during the challenge, and thought I had commented; I really liked it (as is); I agree that Rob's suggestions are interesting, and agree it's a really neat idea. Well executed, too. Congrats on a new top pic!

Chassis
by snaffles

Comment:
Delightful image; I liked this one during the challenge, it is perfectly exposed and wonderfully composed! Congrats on your new personal best, top 20%, and top 50 finish :) Nicely done!

~O~
by jenesis

Comment:
I really like this image; subtle use of the light painting technique, but to wonderful effect. Great composition, interesting subject, perfect title. I'd go for a ride! 9

Painted Pony
by Ristyz

Comment:
I like the use of the painted light here, accenting the main subject and creating interest. The shades and colors that appear throughout add to the effect for me. Nicely done. 9

An Artist's Connection
by LuDeLush

Comment:
I really like this image, from concept through to execution. It really speaks to me, telling me a story of artistic angst and passion; wonderful. Would have been a ten, but the noise in the body seemed a bit out of place with the rest of the image to me. 9

The Wraith
by brownsm

Comment:
I really like this image; the blue is very effective, and the light from inside really adds to the effect of the image on the viewer. Good use of negative space in the lower portion, and in using the light from the sky to set off that portion of the image. 9

Set the light free
by Pano

Comment:
I like this concept, and I think the execution is good, with good elements and composition; the hands are bit soft to my eyes, but other than that it's excellent.

Elixir
by JulieG

Comment:
Quite a few on this theme in the challenge, but I found yours to be particularly well done; good composition of the elements of the image, and good use of the painted light effect throughout. 9