Orange Extraction
by chalice

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At first glance, I didn't realize the outer segments were orange sections as well. The desaturation is well done, though I almost think I'd like to see the outer segments partially desaturated - maybe from where they touch the single orange segment have them desaturated as you go out toward the edge of the picture, as though the single segment is sucking the color from the others. I thought it worked well as an abstract.

A moment in time
by Kelli

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Another new top row entry! Congrats on that. This is a very pleasing picture to me on several counts - the colors are soft with the blue not overdone; the composition is very good and very nicely balanced; and the young man is clearly engaged in "the moment", seemingly oblivious to the camera. Underrated and probably my favorite picture of yours to date.

Vein of Life
by ericwoo

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I wasn't fond of this one mainly because the veins were so bright - to me it seemed harsh and contradicted the softness of the leaf. I suspect, however, that you did this intentionally - it just didn't appeal to me, or the intent didn't quite get across.

Lest We Forget
by PhantomEWO

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I still like this one, too. :-)

Sails at Sunset
by TheresaA

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This is at Canyon Lake? Wow! I'd have bet it was Galveston or something! This is gorgeous, Theresa - it looks like a postcard!

A new look at an old friend
by jdannels

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Very nice, Joe! I really do like your work - you give us a refreshing perspective.

United Hairlines
by scalvert

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I hope you filed a report - you were robbed! Great shot, beautiful model.

Lifelines
by e301

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Every once in awhile the DPC voting public can offer a pleasant surprise. This would be one of those times. Congrats!

Lifelines
by e301

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My personal favorite. I think it this particular instance, I may not have totally doomed you to something below 20th place.

United Hairlines
by scalvert

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One of the best in the challenge - good luck!