April
by zaflabout

Comment:
It's a fine portrait/studio shot. Given the tones and background choice, I wonder if this wouldn't go over better with the majority of voters in a strong high-key presentation? Just a thought.

XX
by dainmcgowan

Comment:
Nice comp. I can understand the use of B&W based on the time of day and the overhead light coming thru. Works well to isolate the fore subject. Would be a little stronger if the wood frame was more in focus IMO. Good luck in the challenge.

Moon Over South Kaibab
by JacksonGariety

Comment:
I'd have never seen that moon if you hadn't mentioned it in your title! I like B&W photo's in general, however this one seems harsh because it's so "busy" with all of the branches, etc... It seems that this was probably taken in the late morning with a strong polarization in the upper left? I'd be interested in seeing the color version of this. :-) Good luck.

longing
by ytshuva

Comment:
Emotive. Nice tonal range in the B&W. Interesting how the photo in the frame has become the primary subject with the angle you've selected.

Simple pleasure
by Gabriel

Comment:
Perhaps if the brownie showed a broken edge instead of the flat side? Sorry, but it's not too appetizing IMO. Also showing some strong blue tones (natural window light?).

Snowdrops
by casatigeo

Comment:
A different POV may have helped with this challenging subject. The bare, overhead branches aren't doing anything positive for this composition.

On the Seawall
by crik

Comment:
It's funny, I'm not a big fan of over-the-top processing, and I'm not suggesting this needs to go there, however, I think this image would really benefit from some darkening of the corners to really bring the focal point home. As far as the photo goes, I like the overall framing/comp. It does seem like it's not quite as focused/sharp as it could be (perhaps a higher shutter speed would've helped - you were hand-holding the camera?) Then you wouldn't have had to sharpen quite as much (seems a little over-sharpened IMO).

Anyway, I've rambled on enough. All of the above is JMO of course. :-) Good luck in the challenge.

Sunset in Dublin
by irish_jemima

Comment:
Nice color in the sky for sure; the remaining lower part is a bit ho-humish for me personally. Nonetheless, good luck in the challenge.

Waiting for Excitement
by grgkopanas

Comment:
I like the tonal range overall in this B&W image. The isolation of the subject works well also, however I'm not sure that your technique is within the advanced editing ruleset? Good luck either way.

The Sound Of The Village
by wei1108

Comment:
Interesting subject, nice choice of aperture for good DOF, also good self-constraint not to go overboard on post-processing this. Only minor nit is it seems just a tad underexposed (maybe a slight levels adjustment is in order?). All JMO of course. :-) Good luck.