Natures Pattern
by Mack

Comment:
* Greetings from the Critique Club *

Well here's a tough one... LOL First, let me congratulate you on not only a terrific image and finish, but an outstanding score for your first challenge submission! WOW! WTG!

Okay, I'll see what I can come up with for ya, but I think that the score and finish kinda speak for themselves here...

Composition:
Very interesting and visually appealing. It is not only unique, but also encourages the viewer to think about what it really is (as evident by the comments). My only nit here would be that the background in the upper right is a tad distracting (again as mentioned by other commenters).

Lighting:
Quite good. I think you did an outstanding job controlling the light considering this was an outside shot obviously taken during the day. Again, the only small issue I notice is the blown out area in the background of the upper right. Still, it's very small potatoes when taken into consideration with the whole. The natural light really brings out the natural color tones too - not overdone or oversaturated. Nice touch (I probably would have gone overboard here).

Focus/DOF:
Also quite good. You managed to keep the foreground nice and tightly focused with a comfortable DOF in the background. Not too shallow & not too deep.

Overall:
What can I say? Great job & congratulations again! You've set a pretty high bar for yourself now though - I look forward to seeing more of your work!

Please feel free to PM me with any questions and remember it's just my 2 cents...

Jimmy

unconditional
by tate

Comment:
Really beautiful image and sentiment. Very well presented. 9

"Fairy Godmother"
by espy2

Comment:
Excellent! Very cool shot. Looks like maybe some minor focus or PP issues, but great job! 8

Mother Nature
by jaxed

Comment:
Very cool shot. Love the cracking chin. 8

Watchful
by mpeters

Comment:
Terrific shot - good focus & DOF. 8

"If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?"
by DrAchoo

Comment:
Great job! 8

Mom The Taxi
by TommyMoe21

Comment:
The eyes don't look quite right in this shot, but otherwise it's perfect. 9

Once upon a time
by jmritz

Comment:
What a shocking portrayal - it really took me aback at first. This shot packs quite a punch. Great job conveying a strong emotion to the viewer and establishing a mood through your presentation. Impressive shot and perfect title. Bumping up... 10

Breadwinner, mother of five
by whiteroom

Comment:
WOW!!! Absolutely stunning shot. The personality and character of the model really reach out of the frame to the viewer. Outstanding capture and perfect processing. Congratulations. I'm sure I'll be seeing this on the front page... 10

Duality
by LeeD

Comment:
Hats off to you for this brave and thorough portrayal of a Mother. Bravo. 10