King Bondo
by trying2bstill

Comment:
I really like this portrait...the setting is great. The pose appears natural, and I like the "smirk" kind of grin rather than a posed smile. Well done. :o)

Kate
by BobsterLobster

Comment:
I have to be honest and say that I have mixed emotions about this shot. The lighting and soft focus are beautiful, but I am confused about the implied nudity of what appears to be a rather young woman...and that is a bit off-putting. I could be way off base, and she could very well be a grown woman, but she does look rather youthful. Aside from that, it is a visually interesting portrait.

Elevator in my studio, long exposure w/ flash, PS for cross-processed look
by dimitrii

Comment:
I like the high-key effect of this shot. The pose is interesting, and the bride has a dramatic beauty about her. The groom's head tends to disappear into the BG, however...which is a little distracting. His shoulders and back also appear to have been in motion or something...but this is still a good effort. :o)

America's Homeless Rate Climbs to New Highs
by JBosie

Comment:
I'm so pleased that this ribboned!!!! Congratulations!!!! :o)

Refinery Disaster
by sahko

Comment:
Congratulations on your ribbon!!!! :o)

Jumping for Victory
by sjonni

Comment:
I knew this would win! Congratulations!!!!! ;o)

Low-Key Rembrant Light
by JoelHSmith

Comment:
This reminds me of a school picture...a well-done school picture, mind you...lighting and pose are great, background is as well. None of my school pictures were ever in focus this well. :o)

My Brother Dave
by bobdaveant

Comment:
This is a good portrait. Lighting is effective, background is neutral and not distracting. Focus is good. I do have a bit of a problem with the "busy" nature of the shirt...not that I don't love hawaiian shirts, mind you, but it is a bit busy...especially with the slip of undershirt at the neck. Maybe no undershirt, or outer shirt open with a more complimentary undershirt color? I don't know, I'm not a fashion guru. It's still a good portrait and is one of my top ten picks.

Veronique
by sahko

Comment:
This is great...love the attitude and the pose. The leggy look given by the legs in the foreground works well with her posture and pose. Great lighting; love the furniture. Wonderful! :o)

Bride
by grigrigirl

Comment:
How stunning! This bride is simply beautiful; lighting and softness are perfect. I do have one tiny nitpick...the gown appears to not fit very well, making her a bit "boxy" in appearance in the torso...like the gown is too big. Still, a beautiful portrait. :o)