Orange Abstract
by snaffles

Comment:
Susan, I love the lighting here, really good idea. I think you got hurt because the oranges aren't quite in focus, and DPC is very unforgiving in that area in general. Not sure if you used a tripod, but if not, almost impossible to get sharp focus handheld at 1/4.

Fruit Salad, anyone?
by levyj413

Comment:
Jeffrey, when voting I found this to be a solid entry, though maybe not inspired. I do think it has a humorous appeal, especially with the banana ears, but the overhead lighting is pretty harsh. Kudos for the diagonal composition, adds a creative touch.
edited for my lousy grammar :-)

Message edited by author 2007-02-19 11:40:14.

Gazing upon our own reflection
by posthumous

Comment:
Don, you are always counted upon to be original. Although I admit I'm not wild about part of the foreground (lighting is too harsh IMO), I think the background is brilliant.

My two servings for the day
by bmartuch

Comment:
I thought this was a very good entry, and although it's a solid score, I expected it would finish much higher. I think you did a fantastic job with the lighting, colors and composition. Very well done all around!

asparagus, tomato, parsley, cabbage, oh my
by JerseyGenie

Comment:
Yay!!! Congrats on your new PB! I love the bright color combo of the asparagus and tomatoes, and very nice composition.

Basket of Nourishment
by griz210

Comment:
Beautiful shot, David! The lighting is superb, and you also did a fantastic job with composing this still life. Yay!!!

Eden Falls
by griz210

Comment:
Nice job with the long exposure and whites. The icicles add an interesting element to this shot as well. The only thing I wish is that there were more of a total focal point - I'd really like to see the area where the water spills over the top of the cliff. Nice job, though, especially with a tough subject.

BAAAD
by see

Comment:
I get a real chuckle out of this, maybe because it reminds me of a lot of guys I knew in high school/college. Not that many women don't also appreciate classic cars. :-)
Creative take on the challenge, nice sharp focus, nothing wrong with the technicals aside from area of blown lighting, which other commenters have already noted.
That being said, I think this is a photo that appeals mainly to those who appreciate these types of cars - which is reflected in your scores.
If you buy it, enjoy tearing up the Utah roads with this baaaaaad piece of machinery!

Denim Blues
by kashi

Comment:
I've got to commend you - it took a pair to enter this shot. Of jeans, that is :-) That aside, I'm not sure what emotion you were aiming to convey. Although the act itself would be interpreted by many as sexy, the feeling is more utilitarian. Which maybe was your point. Fingers look a little oversharpened on my screen, but the focus is dead on. Interesting entry!

Waiting
by Retroesque

Comment:
Truly lovely. The shadows from the bicycles, the interaction of the people and the sunburst add up to a terrific composition.