early morning
by bmartuch

Comment:
I am so glad this got a ribbon. It was one of my favorites in the challenge as I have spent many a day fishing and it's so peaceful.

Just for the fun of it
by Neat

Comment:
Congratulations on your HM - I don't think anyone could look at this shot and not feel his joy - it's contagious. Thank you for documenting your settings .. I learn so much from reading them.

Silence is golden
by Neat

Comment:
Congratulations on your ribbon .. this is such a wonderful photo and your pping is skillfully done. The young man looks lost in thought and what better place to reflect than in a golden field bathed in the light of the golden sun setting.

Turkey enough for 48 days?
by Bear_Music

Comment:
Congratulations on your Blue - you succeeded in the Norman Rockwell 'thing' - I really like the light from the ceiling shining on the fixture ( at least that's what it looks like to me ) .. it's quirky and neat and kept my interest. I can never get the scene outside windows to be as well exposed as what you did. I also like that only the turkey was present as it allows the eye to take in the beautifully decorated table. A wonderful gathering in a gracious setting.

Message edited by author 2012-12-05 03:42:36.

I remember Grandma always used her best dishes...
by vawendy

Comment:
Indeed you did tap into some memories - days when the good dishes were taken out and used and then carefully packed away again. But that's not the only reason - this is a beautiful shot that is beautifully pped and doesn't look set-up - it looks like a table awaiting a family who will laugh and share and enjoy eating off of the special dishes. Congratulations vawendy and thanks for the memories.

Lenticular Clouds Overhang Boulder
by hahn23

Comment:
I was so surprised this scored below a 5 - I gave it a 7 and was going to go back and up my votes on a few shots, this one included, after I finished voting. I got distracted and didn't follow through. These clouds are not common - they look as if they are protecting the trees from the coming storm. This shot is perfectly photographed, processed just right and is a creative and interesting take on the challenge.

I did a set up shot and it was boring. The model was too close to the b/g to give it the oof look it needed and it scored higher than yours - ridiculous.

I have been away for quite some time and only enter sporadically and I am amazed at how photos are now being judged on DP - people used to maybe take off one point if they didn't think it fit the challenge but now - 1, 2 and 3 votes are the norm. I long for the old days and have gone back to voting as my way of protesting and your entry is another incentive for me to continue. Thank you .

Siblings
by Ammie

Comment:
Congratulations on your blue .. there is no doubt it deserves that honor.

feeling unlucky
by skewsme

Comment:
I like the cat's umbrella - shows just how smart they are. Nice take on the challenge.

come on,open up baby,before i go nuts
by cutout

Comment:
Haha - made me laugh as who hasn't gone through that experience .. getting drenched waiting for the umbrella to open - love the abstract quality of this one too.

Quiet Apprehension
by Cuttooth

Comment:
Perfectly composed - just enough of the face showing to demonstrate the meaning of your title. Everything works.