ITZLI - Aztec God of stone.
by Ecce_Signum

Comment:
I like the composition and the use of negative space, but it seems really flat to me. Also, because there is little or no definition between the arm and shoulder and the face, it looks he has no chest and a really short arm.

Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez
by dfstevenson

Comment:
Good composition, but the lack of focus really hurts.

Gotta go Mom, It's important.
by chesire

Comment:
I like the concept of this, but the processing is a bit overboard, in my opinion. Also, I think a closer, lower perspective, would help to show the little girl better.

Serpent Surprise
by BarbB

Comment:
I would have a heart attack if a snake came up out of my dress.

Earth's blood flows cold and clean
by DrAchoo

Comment:
Very nice. Looks very achoo-ish. :) (That is a compliment, btw).

Birds Don't Pry
by simplesilent

Comment:
good composition

Study of Self
by Citadel

Comment:
CRITIQUE CLUB CRITIQUE
by karmat

First off, this is a very strong portrait, that has a very nice, relaxed look to it.

Compositionally,I like the vertical orientation, but it feels a bit tight on the right. A wider crop would have made it feel less cramped, I think, and would have helped to counterbalance the good use of negative space.

Technically, exposure and focus are good on this shot. I see littlegett's comments about lighting, and while I wouldn't argue with them, I do like how the light "falls off" of through the frame. To me, it imitates natural light and also gives a bit of depth that even lighting and even "highlighting," sometimes doesn't do.

Overall, I think it is definitely an "above average" portrait.

Karma

Interior
by Louis

Comment:
Absolutely stunning and one of my favorite in the challenges; I was so glad to see it on the front page, exactly where it belonged. The lighting is great, the composition works very well, and he has a natural expression that does not look forced at all. Very nicely done!

"Purity"
by mariomundo

Comment:
I love the framing/composition and perspective of this. VERY nicely done.

Tomboy
by Nobody

Comment:
This is an awesome shot, and I definitely wouldn't mess with her!!