Protection
by chomaee

Comment:
A nice idea. Good subject that fits the challenge nicely. I don't like how the cork is cut off though, and the corkscrew looks slightly tilted. I think it might be better if it were either truly diagonal or evenly straight. Lighting looks kind of flat overall except for the hot glare on the left arm of the tool.

No Way Out
by KDO

Comment:
Hmmm, bold statement. Strong image. A little too dark, I think. It is hard to make out detail, that is either a knife or a syringe, hard to tell. An interesting composition though.

Only Time Will Tell
by TDCollins

Comment:
NIce idea. I really like your lighting here. The hourglass appears slightly tilted to me, I find it just a bit distracting.

Happy 2005! Peace, Love, Health and Ribbon!
by Luxvich

Comment:
Awesome shot! Nothing at all negative I can say about it. Should be a top contender. Fits the challenge perfect, yet an awesome photo by it's own right!!!

Old Reloader
by bruski

Comment:
I don't know what a reloader is, but an interesting photo. Definitely looks mechanical to me. Nice opposing lines and angles in the composition. I like the dramatic use of shadows.

The Simplest of Machines
by MaestroGeek1

Comment:
A good idea. Nice subject and fits the challenge well. Compositionally, I don't like how the handles are cut off. Should show the whole thing or cut off for purpose. Also I think a use of the rule of thirds would help stronger utilize the negative space and balance the photo out. Lighting is not bad, but IMO, might be better either using a fill to eliminate the shadows, or else make them more dramatic and adding to the shot.

Prybar
by GeneralE

Comment:
Nice idea. I like the 'S' curves of your subject. Looks like some nice textures going on as well. Fits the challenge very well. I think an improvement may be a slightly different perspective, eliminating the post thingy in the upper left corner, it is just a tad bit distracting.

Safety First
by aronya1

Comment:
Good idea. Focus is good. Good lighting and the shadow works in this case. I think a different perspective may be an improvement. Perhaps capturing just the lock and the wood/door that it is on. The curtain or whatever that is in the background kind of clashes and is not to appealing IMO.

Continue your journey by adjusting the level
by Sandymaya

Comment:
I see a lot of potential here for a great shot. I like the b/w. The subject is definitely on topic for the challenge. However, IMO, I find it lacking a little interest factor. It looks like there may be some good lines, and would be worth exploring different perspectives.

The Amazing, Air Powered, Jumping, Thingama-Jigger!
by TommyMoe21

Comment:
Nice composition. Good vibrant colors. Love the title. :-)