Sky High
by Ristyz

Comment:
Congrats! Great to see such an image get a deserved ribbon!

Ó sole mio
by Structor

Comment:
Haha!! GREAT! Congratulations!

Viola Ragazza
by Purple_Girl

Comment:
Even though your flash was set low, tell-tale signs of direct flash are still visible. Shine on the nose and around the mouth, cheek and the eyes. There's also a harsh shadow on the neck under the chin. That all adds up to making the image look washed out/snap-shotty.

You've also lost texture in the hair, which is a little disappointing. Neat Image may have been the culprit there.

choltmeier's advice is sound, use natural light. Or even try diffusing/bouncing the flash.

IMG_6029.jpg
by idnic

Comment:
So sorry to hear about your troubles Cindi. Hope things improve for you soon. Constant rain can be depressing :(

~ Seahorse ~
by hihosilver

Comment:
Like a fantastic dream...

Tacking Up
by k9logic

Comment:
I love this as an abstract. Warm tones, nice lines... but where's the horse(s)? Don't make me have to think, don't make me use my imagination. I don't have time. Three seconds is all you get, and dammit, I want some horsies! ;P

Ó sole mio
by Structor

Comment:
....And there it is. THE shot of the challenge. Not only have you mastered colour and light here, but you've gone and given this animal some character with your wide angle perspective, quick thinking and brilliant interpretive title. Doesn't get much better than this. Congratulations in advance.

Sky High
by Ristyz

Comment:
Perfect moment! Congratulations on your capture!

Sea Horse?
by phlover

Comment:
Very cool. Blowing out the white has eaten into some of the edges though.

Portrait of a Future Champion
by Citadel

Comment:
Beautiful. Just needs a bit more contrast to give it punch and you're away.