Chapters in Life....which one are you?
by Judi

Comment:
Quite remarkable shot - wonderful level of detail in the planning and execution which has really paid off.

Excellent.

Well deserved Ribbon

remember
by photokariangel

Comment:
Very gentle shot - love the PP work

companions
by photokariangel

Comment:
Really strong gritty shot - wonderful tensions between the portrayed innocence of girl & bear, against the bleak harsh surroundings - the personal against the impersonal, the tender against the overpowering, the relationship against the uncaring . . .

There is also an interesting dynamic in elevating the bear to a higher position than the girl, in that at that moment she appears to be more of a hand-maiden to the bear, rather than it, being a comfort, to her. It assumes a position of dominance in the shot through being elevated on it's throne, while she sits at it's side on the floor.

I think the shot could be interpreted in two completely different ways, either as the girl and the bear facing this bleak harsh overpowering surrounding - the organic against the inorganic - or as the girl and the bear in some lofty eyrie in a position of power and dominance looking out through a portal to what lies beyond. The bear with his throne, ring lighting, and hand maiden (or maybe Paw Maiden) elevating him to a position of power and authority.

This picture could create a thousand stories - excellent shot.

ps - I agree with Art though - whether this is Omnipotent Bear or not, he's not going to sit in my chair

Day 3
by Art Roflmao

Comment:
Very powerful shot.

Lighting, pose and crop anre all spot-on.

"I F'ing Hate You!"
by Art Roflmao

Comment:
What a great shot - I really like this and I neer knew that Kirby went to AFC classes (Acting For Canines) but that trademark whimsical look - I would recognise it anywhere . .

ps - I bet Hallmark would snap this up

Urban hunter
by MilesW

Comment:
Nice shot - strong and simple, with a good title.

Surprised it didn't finish higher.

Büdingen 22
by Melethia

Comment:
Nice shot - effect looks a bit like the Platinotype filter on ATN

28
by hanneke

Comment:
Really like this - I always enjoy slightly surreal shots - especially when they are well taken.

SWEET!!
by Wenders11

Comment:
Wendy - I am so pleased for you !!

You were always going to end up getting a ribbon, it was just a case of when and how :- )

(in my case I collected the coupons from the back of Cornflake packets)

Well done - I'm sure other ribbons will follow - now get back to your vacation . .

Vote for Art
by Art Roflmao

Comment:
ROFL - I clearly need to look at better strap lines - and inducements.