Benched
by Runzamukk

Comment:
The circular part of the framing, whether knot hole, hole in a metal fence, or added in post, generates some thinking, although the bench and settings seem rather dull. The dark corners detract from the image. All in all, I think I might have scored this high if the image were presented as ending at the outer edge of the circular elements (with remaining pixels processed as transparent) to make this an artistic statement about lack of need for photographs to be rectilinear depictions.

Sunrise through the kitchen window
by 2mccs

Comment:
I would have guessed you captured reflections on a frozen pond until I saw the title. Interesting and artful composition of shapes and interesting play of colors.

The calm before the storm
by Paul

Comment:
Very good handling of high contrast while preserving detail. Reminds me of the feeling I get contemplating of works by Ansel Adams.

The Artist's Boat
by jomari

Comment:
Well-seen and well-captured bit of nature's doodling. This natural find that plays with ideas of abstract art works well in this challenge. I like the regular pattern of detail in the rope making a contrast with the free form reflections.

A Sense of Scale
by nam

Comment:
I am enjoying the shades of blue and rhythm of shapes in an image that evokes calm feelings. The foreground, initially seeming to be a dull candidate for cropping, plays on second look an interesting role with a subtle texture-like pattern involving darker and lighter blue that provides an intersting balance to the larger scale shapes.

Tempest
by pamb

Comment:
Processing to imitate paintings does not create art, but this image has drama in the dynamics of waves, light, rocks, and sky. That brings it into the world of art in the tradition of landscapes that have something extra to make us think. Evoking feelings of turmoil while still making room for appreciation of natural beauty makes an interesting combination.

Door
by sfalice

Comment:
Close to abstract art, with subtle and soft colors harmonizing nicely. Interesting how the glob of paint above the keyhole resembles an eyelid. I can imagine seeing this framed and displayed in an office reception area.

time
by MargaretNet

Comment:
One of my top picks for art connecting visually to the realm of meanings and emotions wile simultaneously being a beautiful composition. The strong diagonal of main elements combines well with the interesting use of sharp/not-sharp for conceptual contrast.

Just One of the Family
by vawendy

Comment:
Humor elevated to the realm of art. My eye goes first to the little girl, then to the women in the chairs, then to the presumed beach umbrella that generates quite the double take and laugh when finally recognized as a tall thin heron instead. Very fun.

Awakening
by Lydia

Comment:
Technically well executed, sharp with good colors and nice symmetry. Many people would value this as art to frame and hang on a wall. To my eye, this has a somewhat detached clinical quality reminding me of a scientific illustration. Still, others may find that a red flower around Valentines Day can elicit warmer emotions.