Beginning
by Atropos

Comment:
May be a plain subject, but I find it pleasing to the eye. You have presented it well. There is no clutter, or business, you've kept it simple and shown what you want the viewer to see. Good dof, and that is good lighting. I like the color where the leaves bud off the stalk. If you havn't already applied it, a light pass of usm might bring out just a tad bit more detail. Your framing is good, like I said, attention is definitely on the plant, but something that might even strengthen this presentation, is to show just a little more of the plant at lower right, and a little less space at top. The reason I say this is, that in this case, I don't feel the space serves a strong purpose and if you did that, then the plant would be out of the center and fall on a thirds intersection (rot). Also, I think the lower plant adds a little interest and 'context' to the image, might be nice to see a bit more of it. But overall, yes, a nice job. Maybe a plain subject, but presented well, not hard to view at all. :-)

Blues
by TooCool

Comment:
Congrats Dude! This is a great shot, I'm glad we were right about our conjecture on it's acceptance. Definitely well deserving of it's finish. And totally awesome about the possible doors the shoot opened up for ya! Just remember me when ya need an assistant :-P

Play'n The Old Time Music
by GolferDDS

Comment:
Great story and a great photo! Congrats on the ribbon :-)

Sunday Monday Ahhhhhh
by MPRPRO

Comment:
Wouldn't happen to be a Jeff Gordon fan, huh? :-P

On the Prowl
by toddhead

Comment:
Interesting composition. Great use of dof. Very nice detail in the hair. Great expression on the models face. Nice job.

black and white study
by graphicfunk

Comment:
Very good pose. I really like your composition. I like the tight framing, and then the space at the top of the photo works well with the model looking up to that space. Good job.

I Miss My Mom
by Jutilda

Comment:
That is great how you've created such an emotive photo with a sheep. Very nice.

Mom, Get Out!
by kyebosh

Comment:
Awesome. This is hilarious. I love it !!! :-)

The Puppeteer's Joy
by docpjv

Comment:
Very good concept. Nice framing, and I really like how the hair is draped over the face and down the front. I'm thinking that with this image, the presentation could be a little stronger with more subdued lighting, and maybe a darker overall processing and feel.

The Key
by ADGibson

Comment:
Good idea. Nice choice of framing. To me, the lighting seems to be a little too strong. Some areas along the right seem to be blown out, to the point where the left hand, and even parts of the right fingers, definition is lost.