Old bench
by Nuno

Comment:
a bit rough on the dodging but nicely composed

Violet Bud
by enticing

Comment:
you've really captured the fuzzy feel - lighting mutes the tones and adds mood and depth --- one of my ribbon picks

Intertwined
by cheekymunky

Comment:
good choice of sepia tones as they really bring out the depth and patterns -- one of my ribbon picks

Faithful Servants
by Nazgul

Comment:
wonerful backdrop for these two weathered boots... placement in the frame works well -- one of my ribbon picks

Stem and Leaf
by Jacko

Comment:
lovely tones and composition - border is a bit too wide and white has it stand out too much imho - one of my ribbon picks

Serrated
by redmoon

Comment:
excellent use of light and color - one of my favorites this challenge

Solar Filter
by undieyatch

Comment:
Didn't get a chance to vote on all entries and missed this one. I like the geometry, gray/black colors -- would like a bit more symetry in the upper 1/3 of the frame (minor point as the rest of the framing works) -- subject is too flat and lack dimention or interest to make it stand out from all the entries (600+) so I probably would have scored it 4-5. (PS I appreciate your candor and notes on my circle entry!)

Cactus Jack
by tfaust

Comment:
Ingrid's right on the exposure aspects. I'd like to see the whole image burned a bit even if the face goes way dark -- could work as an "every-cowbow" study. The sepia is a great choice as it adds to the mood (old western).

Retired
by tfaust

Comment:
B/W Club:

I second all of Ron's comments! This is fine "fill the frame" shot and a good use of B&W that brings out form, texture, etc.

The Thinker
by Kavey

Comment:
B/W Club!

Can't add much more than Rob's comments. The vacant, gray sky feels like a void with all the angular forms and frame-filling detail. Maybe it is the thick, black border that's highlight that for me?? I find the shadows and their play amongst the rocks to be very interesting -- b&w strengthens that element.