... innocence ...
by roz

Comment:
So, I know this is an old entry, but it really caught my attention. I love the depiction of joy that's implied solely by the dirty hands. Not to mention the dichotomy of the hands and anglically clean face. Priceless!

The Awful Rowing toward God
by tnun

Comment:
Ok... I just realized that seven + years ago this was my first pick in the "Pick your fav image from the person above you" side challenge. This week I had the realization that "picking a favorite" should include a comment about why. So I'm back over the last 1600+ posts to make amends for my omission. Here's my belated comment:

I enjoy this kind of photo for several reasons, including the well-crafted literary reference and the abstract nature of light and texture that nonetheless creates a pleasing composition. More than that, it's simply striking, stopping me in my tracks and making me linger to appreciate and enjoy.

Finally, it holds up well to time. This exercise of mine (returning to view an image after several years) confirms my appreciation of your photo.

Splash
by Judi

Comment:
Exceptional composting work. To me, the color toning might be dialed back a bit.

street art
by PennyStreet

Comment:
Back to comment and bump! The title adds greatly to this fascinating composition. Nice!

You should've seen the moon that night!
by Neat

Comment:
Well composed but color temperature and lighting direction mismatches detract from the overall impact..

Snowing
by Pangurban

Comment:
Effective minimalist approach. The fenceline at the horizontal center works for me in the case.

The portal.
by RKT

Comment:
Effective processing choices evoking a story I'm not sure I want to hear...

At sunset
by Ammie

Comment:
Perfect POV and framing with light.

The Little Boy Under The Ice
by mefnj

Comment:
Hope he got a hefty model fee! Nicely done!

starry starry night
by grahamgator

Comment:
Assertive and subtle at the same time...