Hello??
by nikon_girl

Comment:
Great idea for this challenge. Nice color.

Abstract Jalapeno
by MJENNI

Comment:
Wow, I really like this image! Vibrant colors, nice composition--it works! Although, you’re probably going to get slammed for doing something so non-conformist, I applaud you for it. Good job!

P.S. I think it would have been fine without the border. It's not a big deal to me, I just don't think it adds anything to the image.

Fire Red Berries
by dgcollins

Comment:
I'm not sure how well this fits the challenge, but I like the image. A deeper DOF might have worked a little better.

Fire
by Mona

Comment:
Nice soft flames. I like it!

Flame Bait
by dsa157

Comment:
An interesting idea. I like the background and the flames. Not sure about the choice of subject though. Just out of curiosity, what made you decide on a burning lure?

The Fire In Her Eyes
by lilnukee

Comment:
Cool idea! I think that a bit more flame would have made it really stand out. One of my favs as is.

Burning Desire
by Konador

Comment:
..or heartburn. Seriously, I think this is a very good image. One of my favorites in this challenge. I like the softness of the flames. It fits the image nicely. If anything, I would have added just a tiny bit more space below the subject. Good work!

Mill Falls
by cbeller

Comment:
[Critique Club]

Composition: Good, if the subject of the photo is the large building. However, because of the challenge criteria, the water should have been the focal point of the image. Since the water is viewed at such an oblique angle the viewer’s gaze passes right over it. The other features surrounding the water also tend to lead the eye away from the water.

Technical Quality: Well done, although the focus seems a bit soft. The use of sepia works well with this image.

Meeting the Challenge: Room for improvement. The water should have been emphasized much more—perhaps by shooting from a different angle.

Creativity: Room for improvement here as well. Maybe a closer shot of the water, possibly from a different angle, would have worked better.

Overall: A very nice image, but it fails to rise to the challenge.

I hope this helps. Good luck.

Regards,
Mick

My Watch
by tommy_t

Comment:
You managed to make a watch look very interesting. Great use of color, and the composition is good too. Well done!

Growth Opportunity
by EddyG

Comment:
This is a very cool photo. Very original idea, great use of color and shapes. My pick for 1st place. Well done!