Reflection in Red
by LadyK

Comment:
Brilliantly conceived and beautifully lit. I like the haphazard composition here, as if the flower were dropped into place -- the folded over single petal really makes the shot for me. Nice work!

Its Show Time!
by LadyK

Comment:
Terrific. Not sure why it didn't do better. Perhaps more contrast is needed between foreground and background to give it some pop. The props are great as is the set up. Great concept!

I, The Chicken Farmer
by LadyK

Comment:
Wonderfully composed and an original take on the challenge. Congrats on the new PB!

Duck Soup
by Quackers

Comment:
Love the Swedish Chef! Great image -- glad you came back for this one.

~Now, Stir~
by Techo

Comment:
But... but... it's not a landscape! What an embarrassment!

Seriously, this excellent. I love the framing and contrast. The outtake is good, but this was the one to pick. Congrats on the Top 5.

Fear Factor
by scalvert

Comment:
Those looks of chaotic terror are priceless. Well deserved. Congrats!

Formation Flying
by bobonacus

Comment:
It's a good feeling, isn't it? You'll be walking on air all week. The image has so many things going for it -- geometry, texture, rhythm. Wonderful work. The outtakes are good too. Congrats!

us? in a box?
by cutout

Comment:
You are too awesome, Jan. This is great.

A Modern Day Still Life
by Cuttooth

Comment:
Creative and well executed. I think the score's a bit harsh. My suspicion is that voters in tune to fruit and flowers and wine glasses might have been put off by anything that deviated too far from that. The other problem might be the subject matter itself. Lice are a turnoff, and for some you may have taken them back to a place they'd rather forget! Looking at this and your portfolio, you're certainly on the right track. Take the good with the bad and keep shooting...

Message edited by author 2008-08-07 07:34:27.

Lonesome Lawn
by Structor

Comment:
This is cheating. Living in Iceland is cheating -- beautiful landscapes, beautiful people. How does one compete? Seriously, a beautiful photo in spite of my envy. Congrats!