Grandpa and Grandson Christmas Day 04'
by pahl

Comment:
This is a great shot for the scrapbook. :) One of the keys in photography is deciding if you want an artistic image, or a snapshot. For me, a snapshot is something that just documents an event. It doesn't create a sense of connection between the image and the viewer. It tends to require the viewer coming from a specific frame of reference. This is a classic snapshot. Which isn't a bad thing at all. :) The next time you take this kind of shot, think a little about what's going on behind the action. Try and move youself to better optamize use of blank walls, or background that better demonstrate the story you are trying to tell. In this case, the doorway is distracting from the curiosity on the little boys face.

In love at midnight
by eirasi

Comment:
My favorite kind of image is one that clearly tells me a story. This one captures that. YOu can see the interest between the couple. The low sun just serves to accent their interaction- it's not dominating the shot. 8

Mona
by cbeller

Comment:
Very well done. I like the use of duotone here. It's a sensual image without being overtly sexual. Good lighting as well. 8

Portrait of Majesty
by Cantique

Comment:
This isn't one of the technically strongest images I've seen, but there's something captivating about it. I find myself wanting to see what the eagle see's off camera. I think moving a tad to the right might seperate the eagle more from some of the background clutter. That could help strengthen the whole composition. 8

Hayden Valley
by Gallatin

Comment:
nice use of the classic S curve to pull your viewer through the image. A tad more height might make the composition stronger. I'd also rather see this shot closer to sunset. The colors are good, but I think the light is a bit strong. 8

Limeburners Lagoon, Australia
by Anjella

Comment:
great sky, great clouds, and nice use of a wide angle lens. I love the bit of reflection in the water. A serene, well balanced landscape. This one kept me looking for a good bit.

Flying over the city
by Gabriel

Comment:
this is an awesome cityscape. Well exposed and well composed. I like the balance of colors here. Well seen. 9

Secret Cabin
by Montereykiddo

Comment:
I love the contrasts here, the tree, house, and ground balanced out by the green of the sky. The shot would be too overpowering if the sky was blue, so the touch of grey sky really helps to balance the image. 8

Looking back at you!
by Everyday Renee

Comment:
very nice high key shot. My only problem is the reflection, it's almost too much in the composition. It also looks like you lost some eyelash/lid detail when you converted to high key.

Can't 'ear you.
by Pedro

Comment:
An excellent portrait. It tells a story, and is technically well exicuted in its own right. That's the challenge in a great portrait, and you've done a fantastic job. 9