"Beauty is but a flower"
by Loki

Comment:
I think that the "moody" background disrupts the title and the concept of the image. If you can reshoot or adjust in a photo editing program, try a pastel blue or pink or pearl. I'll only take a point off for the title/photo mismatch---8.

Tough Feet (not just dirty)
by bobdaveant

Comment:
Bonjour from the Critique Club

Let me start off with the positives :)
First of all, you got the concept down pat. Great and original idea. You met the challenge perfectly. I personally gave you a six because I was used to seeing plain feet and this even made me laugh because it was a great idea. Awesome kit dude, great costume choice (now I know not to mess with you).

Now the criticism.
First off, I think that the lighting could have been improved. The best light in the photo seems to be about thirty feet behind you. Your whole body, especially your foot (the focal point of the photo) could have been lit up better. So if you are in a situation that is entirely ambient light (I am guessing this was one of those instances) then try to move yourself if possible into the best possible light.

The last thing that I'd like to touch upon relfects what Jason (JPR) commented about on this image. He said that the background was not necessarily appropriate for the mood of the shot. I agree with that but I also do believe part of the reason he even notices that was that the background was a little bit too busy. When I study this image, my eye tends to wander to the grass (which is fine) but then to the trees and the house and my focus is not entirely on the focal point. So what I would suggest is that if you want to include a background subtly then do your best to make it "work" with the concept of your photo. If you cannot find an appropriate background, try finding a make-shift (if you don't already have) studio to work in. Overall as I said, a six from me. An above average score for you.

Keep the originality coming!

If you have any questions or comments feel free to PM or e-mail me.

Lee

States of Confusion
by KaDi

Comment:
Greetings from the Critique Club

Hi.
First off let me say that the concept here is very well portrayed with the puzzle of the states and the "Good Times" (what I had understood as propaganda) newspaper in the background. The title "States of Confusion" also fits the bill as I agree with your commenters.

Although the depth of the puzzle pieces going back is effective, the angle on the soldier is a little bit to head-on for me. His stance is well-done but the gun in front of his face is a little bit distracting.

I think your score suffered for two reasons. Number one, the concept did not match up perfectly with the challenge. Number two (and this could even tie in with number one) there is a fight between what should be the focal point of the image. I'm not sure if it is supposed to be the soldier or the puzzle pieces. One would assume it is the soldier, but the angle and the focus lead us to second guess ourselves.

Nonetheless, a strong image. I like the inclusion of the soldier stomping on DC. You'll always get some votes against you when dealing with politics, but overall, a well-done image.

Any questions or comments you can PM me or e-mail me via my profile.

Lee

Tranquillity
by Jean

Comment:
(Had to comment on my own name) The overexposed "High-Key" idea in this shot works very well. What makes this strong is the diagonal stretching across the image. Works very nicely. Good Job.

Fallen from Grace
by ellamay

Comment:
With an adjustment of curves, this could have been a very high rated shot. It is just a tad bit underexposed.

Botanical II
by davidbedard

Comment:
The background seems to be a little bit too busy in this shot.+

What is the point?
by Amason

Comment:
Splendid. I think I know who this is, but no matter what---ribbon worhty for sure. A 10 from me.

Along the Corridor
by mariomel

Comment:
Technically flawless.

Domino!
by Sigur7

Comment:
Coolio!

into town
by stoney66

Comment:
There is a little bit too much sky here; try cropping some off.