It's Her Bench During The Winter
by J-Me

Comment:
Jamie, I think this is lovely. The soft tones and highlights on the snow are simply beautiful. Very nicely done.

Raining Balloons
by MelonMusketeer

Comment:
Wonderful shot! I recently heard about this on Discovery, it's quite an event.

Copper Skies
by MelonMusketeer

Comment:
This has a nice feel to it, very simplistic.

Dust Bunny Storm at Sunset
by MelonMusketeer

Comment:
This has a certain dynamic quality to it, very emotive.

November Moon
by annig

Comment:
This is very nice, a relaxing almost ethereal image.

Venus and Jupiter and the Moon
by Pug-H

Comment:
This also shows the alignment quite well. I heard on the radio that the alignment is not an astronomical phenomenon but it won't happen again until the year 2052. So, depending on your age, this is a one-shot deal for a lot of us.

Although the planets and the moon appear to be close they are not at all. In fact, the moon is only 384,403 km from earth but Jupiter is 629 million km from earth and Venus is 40 million km from earth.

It's interesting how depending on where you are the alignment appears differently. From your location in Japan, the planets are diagonally above the moon whereas from our locations here in the US, the planets are diagonally below the moon.

Message edited by author 2008-12-05 11:10:48.

Hurricane Faye
by mwwback

Comment:
This image has great movement and the B/W tones suit it perfectly. Excellent DOF and detail.

I was wondering if you used the Sigma 10-20mm lens for this. I have the same lens and find it to be quite versatile, great for scenic imagery as well as closeups.

Dania Beach Pier
by mwwback

Comment:
This is lovely Michael, beautiful soft tones and crisp detail. Reminds me of when I lived in S Florida.

I also like your Purple Bridge de la Miami. It's a shame it was DQ'd, this is an exquisite image, the clarity and colors are amazing. With work like this, I see you winning lots of ribbons.

East Bay Twilight
by jdannels

Comment:
I liked this one, it's a beautifully composed composition. Congratulations on your 5th place HM Joe. Very nicely done.

Art Appreciation
by stevieian

Comment:
This was definitely a unique perspective. A well deserved second place win.