boy with a boat
by MichaelC

Comment:
An unstudied glance, calm and direct, that captivates the viewer. The blocks of blue and red steady the image admirably, and the composition as a whole is interestingly balanced. Good image.

Rush of Winter
by MargaretNet

Comment:
This looks like the opening sentence of a charming tale, place and atmosphere set out for the reader. It's that feeling of unfolding, from particular to the unknown fog of the outcome. It's a very enjoyable image, and the square format is quite cleverly utilized. I find the lamp a bit distracting, but that's just a subjective quibble, and that's how the scene appears.

The Dawn of Life
by Alex_Petrini

Comment:
Very pretty and, an adjective that comes reluctantly into print, organic. Seductively pretty, like marvelous tile work. It's a great pleasure to just allow the colors to lap over oneself. My only quibble is that it seems somewhat awkward in the square format.

Bri’ the 'Ammer
by Warby

Comment:
A chap what knows knows his own mind, seems to be thinking, "where do you get off..." Or else is going to break into a wide grin. In any case, a strong character. I like how he fills the square frame in his offhand manner. A substantial portrait.

Contemplation
by Luciemac

Comment:
This image has a ying-yang thing going, with a contemplative cat sitting on the middle line, and the luscious gold and blue halves in peaceful opposition. There's an indolence too, a mystical stroll outside time. The square format works well, especially the sense of squaring the circle. Fine photograph.

Got a light?
by markwiley

Comment:
One of those in between moments that stitch the day together. As such, perfectly caught with artful precision.

Michaela
by MaryO

Comment:
Lovely high key portrait that is gracefully presented within the confines of a square crop. Her expression is mild, her eyes liquid (aside from the static of reflection). I like that her hair hasn't been primped and beautifully catches the light. It doesn't hurt that I see my sister in her. Aside from that last comment, a wonderful image.

Winter Afternoon
by Bear_Music

Comment:
Here are vertical blinds with shadow cast on them. They are soft and subtle, a blossoming of tones among the stripes, pleasant and haunting. Before the curtain is raised the show has begun. Wonderful image.

Aren't I Pretty?
by illini75

Comment:
Handsome bird, the crowned pigeon, and well fitted for the square format. The eye and crown are precisely picked out and, with nice bokeh, is a very good study.

women
by Abra

Comment:
Delightful. It's such a fun and uplifting image. I love these women and the girl, quirky originals. The rain is no match for them. The square crop well suits the moment in time. I will enjoy looking at this again and again, so into my favorites it goes.