the quiet nightmare of conformist suburbia continues...
by jmritz

Comment:
I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.

Positives: Noise galore and an eclectic scene but the suggestion of colour - or, more accurately, the colour of a deep pink twilight is very compelling. Like the dream of a movie we never saw but scares us in our dreams just the same. This image just gets better the longer you look at it.

Critical stuff: Nope

Overall: There is something magical about this one. It transcends my eyes and appears to connect directly with my subconscious. Excellent.

mystic maidens
by cutout

Comment:
I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.

Positives: A great mix of reflection, texture and ambient light. I like the slight green hue too. The non-discernable reflected subject frustrates a little but is effective in getting us to inspect and enjoy the texture of the surface.

Critical stuff: I don't find there to be a hook in this image - I like it, but it doesn't have anything that grabs my attention.

Overall: Well seen and well made but in the end (for me) it can only deliver so much.

8 6 4 EMERGENCY EXIT
by timfythetoo

Comment:
I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.

Positives:Delightful (and highly structured) composition. The juxtaposition between the minimalist vehicle and the cheery children is tremendous. I really like the reflected 'No Parking' sign too. The slightly flat toning works really well - it offers a neutrality that doesn't seek to lead the eye allowing it to explore quite naturally.

Critical stuff: Nope

Overall: A charming and delightful image.

A Man
by JulietNN

Comment:
Amazing physique, amazing light, great sharpness and contrast. However, I do think the eye is just a touch overdone...

Still a 9 from me though.

april's adagio
by bspurgeon

Comment:
I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.

Positives: I remember once hearing a summary review of the book 'The Road' as being 'bleakly beautiful' - and that's what we have here. I wonder if it was cold and windy - it looks it. There is the right amount of everything here - light, movement, contrast, sharpness, detail - all so well balanced.

Critical stuff: Nothing

Overall: Landscapes/seascapes (especially milky water ones) don't usually do it for me - but this one is very different and definitely pushes my buttons.

I wonder if this is Ben's entry...?

Heads Up
by Paul

Comment:

Originally posted by gcoulson: Lovely capture! I'd love to know what editing was required to remove the inevitable puffiness and protruding veins etc that comes with hanging upside down! Your model looks flawless!

Well, she didn't get puffy at all. Look at her bulging neck vein though! I did take some red out of her face but very little skin work was needed.

The Hero
by gyaban

Comment:
You've managed to embue this image with all sorts of magic, I think it transcends your other creations because of the alignment between sentiment, intent and technical artistry.

I feel guilty, I didn't get to voting in this challenge and my 10 would have taken it into your top slot. It deserves to better your Emergency image.

Reading your notes is once again an inspiration.

You have outdone yourself.

PH 3
by salmiakki

Comment:
That's the way to do it!

Saved by the Light
by gyaban

Comment:
Highest DPC score in the last 10 years - it's fitting that it goes to you.

I think people sometimes look at your PS work but forget about the amount of dedication you put into each of the shots and the overall project itself.

I like some of your other composite work more than this one, but I'm really pleased to see an image from you in the all-time top images.

I actually think you will beat this score - perhaps even very soon.

Well done.

City blues
by zarko

Comment:
Excellent mood - well done on your blue (and first ribbon).

Bravo.