Pyramids of Egypt
by rami

Comment:
Wonderful detail and tonal range in the foreground subject and pyramid/hills. The sky is very bright however, although I can make out details in the sky, which could have been brought out by applying a gradient mask. The soft focus effect adds a nice touch.

What is not readily apparent to me is the connection with the challenge theme. Perhaps this camel is taking a short rest, to pass the time...I'm not sure.

Overall, the photograph is wonderful for it's technical merits and I especially like the location. However, I feel this photo would have been better in a different challenge theme.

Natural Arch
by shavenwalrus

Comment:
This photo has a good amount of negative space which adds to dramatic flair. I'm not certain that the swimmer adds much to the shot. Did you try stopping down and lengthening the exposure? That particular technique may have served well in this circumstance.

Lastly, there is not an obvious connection to the challenge theme that I can ascertain, and perhaps it is the swimmer 'passing time' leisurely that you are attempting to convey here. It's not that obvious to me.

after the drought
by Heavy

Comment:
This photograph scores well on technical merit. Focus, exposure, color, sharpness, and detail are good.

The birds add some appeal to a rather unremarkable scene but they in themselves do not make a primary focal point. This photograph does not have an obvious connection to the challenge theme unfortunately and therefore will likely lose some points.

Don't you dare!
by jinjer

Comment:
This is very cute. The look of anticipation on her face. One of the stronger entries.

Stop/Go...Wait/Walk
by dmleman

Comment:
Focus is a bit soft. Appropriate to the theme.

The Ruler Of All
by Dmaskeze

Comment:
Underexposed. Poor lighting. Focus a bit soft. Otherwise, you have an interesting perspective and this is appropriate to the theme.

Big Brother
by cloudsme

Comment:
Nice photo and appropriate to theme. This photo suffers from a couple of aspects.

- Could have used a more dramatic angle to improve the crop.
- Too many distracting elements such as the toys and animals scattered about on the floor.

Otherwise, interesting idea here.

The Signal Authority
by kaske666

Comment:
Nice idea but overexposed. Saturation bumped up too high.

policia
by cesarpz

Comment:
Sharpened too much. Lighting rather harsh. Appropriate to challenge theme.

Old authority we still lookup to; Now and Then - God and Church
by Moose101

Comment:
Nice angle and perspective, however there is a weird cyan color cast to the statue and the sky is blown (overexposed). Nice idea, flawed on technicalities.