Life In A Fish Bowl
by GolferDDS

Comment:
Congratulations, Larry!
It was quite exhausting to get this scene perfect — but running back and forth is good for your health!
It's amazing that you had the miniature furniture on hand; the end result is fantastic!

At the Trailhead
by kanaj

Comment:
I gave the picture an 8 because I really, really like it. The profile view doesn't bother me at all. On the contrary: it adds an extra layer of intimacy to the portrait. Authenticity - you're absolutely right. I also love seeing his hand on the reins; it adds to the story.

I just wish there wasn't that other person in the background. It's okay since the hats don't overlap, but without it, I would have given you a 10.

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by glad2badad

Comment:
Congrats on the red - well done all over!
You must have a nice collection of lenses...

Vita C
by DCrest01

Comment:
Congratulations Diane - on the blue ribbon and the new PB!
I knew this was your entry, it bears your visual signature in capital letters!

Pine and Yellow
by DCrest01

Comment:
Ha, I knew this was yours - that's absolutely your style ;-)
Congrats on the HM, Diane!

Vita C
by DCrest01

Comment:
so clean and sunny - perfectly staged - You could sell this right away to the sunscreen company!
This will definitely end on the front page!

Van G.
by LevT

Comment:
wow- what a fantastic work - this will definitely be on the front page!

Becoming
by kanaj

Comment:
I'm so happy for you for this first place – congratulations!

When I first saw this picture, I knew it would win. It was my highest vote.
Your daughter has a pure beauty, which you really brought out with the soft light, fantastic.
I hope we'll see her here again in the future.

keep it rolling
by PennyStreet

Comment:
Yes, Jonathan said it exactly right. The bw editing fits perfectly. The blur on the person itself and the slightly diagonal driving direction enhances the feel of motion in a natural way without being staged.
Thumbs up!

evanescent
by kanaj

Comment:
Well done - I'm relieved that you struggled with motion panning too.
Your shot has a dreamlike ambiance - really cool!
Have you thought about cropping a little bit? Might be interesting