Light of my life
by cogerox

Comment:
Interesting ... the landscape format bothered me for a moment (vs portrait mode for a portrait), but the inclusion of more background does make it fit this particular challenge better. I wonder if perhaps a square crop (removed mostly from the right?) would feel better-balanced ...

I like the lighting, color, focus, expression, catchlights -- I'm not bothered by the small blown-out (on my monitor anyway) spot on the shoulder, but I predict at least a few people will be. Well done.

that dappled look
by gmink

Comment:
Nicely-lit portrait highlighting the shape of the face.

Dibble Dapple
by drydoc

Comment:
Nice pattern on the lawn!

Who's Watching the Watchers..?
by rob_smith

Comment:
At least you are!

Shade Drawn
by liberty

Comment:
Oooh ... a FlashCube!

Kitty Cat and Kodak
by JeniY

Comment:
Did someone say "Watch the birdie"?

Trying to Go Pro
by kleski

Comment:
Nice "contrast."

Twin Lens Reflex
by BHuseman

Comment:
Your composition reminds me (favorably) of a totem pole ... suitable for honoring one's ancestors ... :-)

Edged Camera
by Photoqueen

Comment:
Definitely one of the edgier entries ... effect works well for your subject and setup.

S u n b u r s t
by hihosilver

Comment:

Originally posted by hihosilver: In a world of red, orange, and yellow, I'm very surprised and happy that my little Blob in Blue placed with this result ...

So true -- congratulations!