Celestial dance
by LalliSig

Comment:
Wow this is amazing, it does not even look real.

Frozen Wolf Bite
by tenfrozentoes

Comment:
Excellent use of light. Amazing shot.

Frozen
by Izadora

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"Frozen" defiantly fits into the Duotone challenge. I think it was important to you the two tones that you choose and I am very glad you did not choose to go black and white with this piece.

The overall shot is nice, the frame is nice and full and creates many different textures. Very interesting idea of a common nature item that was presented very nicely with the two tones. Unfortunately what I think is really hurting the score is the blow areas. The sky probably wouldn't be as noticeable if the ice wasn't front and center of the shot. Overall the shot is nice and its just a same the snow is so overpowering.

I peeked at your portfolio and love your ideas, I really think you have some awesome ideas and can't wait to see what is to come. Keep up the great thinking and work.

Teen casuals
by Dirtypainter

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"Teen casuals" is nice addition into the Fashion challenge. Right of the bat I liked this shot. You could see this in a very natural magazine or even something like an Eddie Bauer catalog.

The shot itself is very nice and clean, which a key for a challenge like this one. I think the black was great choice for the subject. The lighting is very nice gives highlights the enhances the hair. I personally being a red-head with this complexion can understand how hard to shot in the studio as opposed to the outdoors with all the natural colors. I like the overall composition of the shot, it feels very complete. I like the fun and youthful expression of the shot, instead of trying to be all serious. I really don't see anything I would change. I would be curious to see a face shot, but it probably would have taken away for the goal of a fashion entry.

I will be very interested to see your future shots, keep up the good work.

Back in the day
by moniepenny

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"Back in the day" is a vintage look in the Fashion challenge. I think voters were looking for a very commercial looking image, like something you would see in Cosmo or see on an MTV commercial. But it was refreshing to see your entry.

The image itself is very different from the rest. Very interesting idea to go back into the day to take a fashion shot. I was reading your comments and that is always interesting. It sounds like you had put a lot of work into getting a shot for this challenge, which always makes the results more rewarding.

Technically the ligating is nice and even, no major shadows that are distracting. I personally would have liked to have to top of her head included in the shot, it just feels like it was cut off. I can tell you wanted to leave the gloves inside the shot but it would have been awesome if you could have included both the gloves and the top of her head. I like the focus on her face, I wish the gloves were still in focus. The feather does draws attention to the gloves and unfortunately the blur. Her expression is very interesting and does grab attention.

It is always a good sign when your first challenge allows you to be in the upper half of the competition. I think you have great ideas and will be on your way. Keep up the good work.

Profile
by naomik

Comment:
Great shot, I love the vibrant colors. Good use of the square.

donna quadro
by kiwiness

Comment:
Awesome shot, I love all the hair. Excellent use of black and white.

Break Free
by gurlwithapen

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"Break Free" is a nice entry into the Duotones challenge, good use of the two tones.

I was reading your comments about how you felt the image didn't do the reality justice. I really think this is one of the hardest things to learn (and trust me I am far from mastering it), being able to capture what you see through the eye of the camera.

The image itself is interesting. I think you had an excellent idea of trying to capture the light between the windows and allowing the focus to remain on the kitty. I like the patterns of the curtains and how you can see some light coming though them not just the window. I personally like the composition, I am sure there are people who would like a tighter crop but I think that would take away from the idea of being trapped and wanting to break free. I would also be curious to see the image in a warmer set of colors like a warm sepia.

I know it couldn't have been easy jumping into a challenge with over 600 images. I think voters really do get burned out after so many images. But we can only learn if we enter right?

Good work and best of luck in the future.

Primitive Light Metering
by tryggunnz

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"Primitive Light Metering" is a nice addition to the Duotones challenge. Not a bad first challenge at all. It is really hard in the challenge that have over 500 entries like this one. There are so many images to vote through I think an image just has to ump out to the voter after the swift through the first few hundred shots.

The image itself, is interesting and works for me. I really like the idea and the way you were able to implement a few different things. Primitive Light Metering Like the reflection on the bowl and the movement of the sugar being poured. I really like the placement of the subject and overall composition of the shot. The only thing I am really seeing in the shot is the sensor dust and it even looks like maybe you tried to adjust it or something to create the additional smudges in that area. Probably without those spots your entry would have a bit higher.

I personally would be very proud, this is a great first entry. I am looking forward to seeing what you create for us in the future. Good work and good luck.

PEACOCK
by harley

Comment:
*Critique Club*

"PEACOCK" does meet the Duotone challenge, because it is black and white.

The image is very unusual, the subject is pretty hard to focus on. The shadows are very strong and overpower the piece for me. Peacocks can defiantly be hard creatures to capture a shot of, especially with the background you want for your image. I like that you did not place the peacock in the center, I think it is always hard to use the right hand side for the subject when the subject is staring off to the side, unless it is a very abstract piece.

This was defiantly a tough challenge, especially with 610 entries. I think maybe if the peacock had more light so that we could see him better as well as maybe if he was looking towards the center it would have scored better. Also the background is somewhat distracting with the all the different lines and textures. Unfortunately the piece does not work for me, but hey everyone had very different ideas and in the end all that really matters is if you like your piece.