Plucky Duckie
by debitipton

Comment:
Very cute. I really like this. If possible try maximizing the depth of field. Perhaps your camera doesn't let you change the aperture of the lens opening, or perhaps you did this intentionally. I think it detracts from the overall picture. I would rate this very highly otherwise.

Edit: I actually like the DOF just fine like this. It works well artistically. The smooth gradation in the background colors compliment the subject, and overall a wonderful composition! Bumping up to 9.

Gulls
by BeeGee

Comment:
Simply amazing. These birds are a lucky bunch, in more ways than one. Bumping to 8.

Fingers Crossed- Good Luck!
by scalvert

Comment:
Try as I may, I can't get my left hand to contort into this position. Props to you for a wonderful shot. Bumping up, 8.

Frangipani family portrait
by samtrundle

Comment:
This is stunning. Love the background contrasting with the flowers. Bumping up. 8

I've Got A Bad Feeling About This
by joebok

Comment:
Ha! Great use of shadows. You can almost see the beads of sweat forming on those poor pawns. Wonderful composition. Bumping up to 9.

7 Faces Of W
by gusto

Comment:
Ah a political statement. Bold move as you know you're gonna get voted down for this one. Not only is this guy liked only by half of America, but he's generally disliked across the world.

I'll take an objective stance on this one, although I voted for Kerry.

You exposed this shot "W"onderfully. The composition is excellent overall and I think it "W"orks very "W"ell. The crop is perfect and the color saturation and hue is spot on. The backdrop adds a pleasing foundation for the placement of the buttons. Artistically, I cannot find any fault. The focus, DOF, and sharpness are "W"onderful as "W"ell. Printed material is especially difficult to capture "W"ell, and I think technically you did a s"W"ell job. 10

Seven Rays of Light
by neehai

Comment:
Stunning. Is this for real? Rabbits, ducks, and a bird in flight? I don't think so...but I'll give you the benefit of the doubt, for now.

Edit: Fantastic! This is easily my top pick for this challenge. Congratulations on a stunning shot. 10

Moral Authority (for some)
by snackwells

Comment:
Thanks everyone, I appreciate your comments. I considered titleing this one without the disclaimer, and on retrospect, I agree that the disclaimer should have been left out.

Clouds over Mt. Fuji
by snackwells

Comment:
Thanks everyone for your feedback. Much appreciated!

1978 ==> 2004
by snackwells

Comment:
Thanks everyone for your feedback, much appreciated!