Textbook Example
by GeneralE

Comment by pix-al:
Excellent example of refraction, though the shot itself is not very appealing.

Textbook Example
by GeneralE

Comment by Rikki:
It is indeed a textbook example but it doesn't hold much image appeal. I am sure this will definitely meet the challenge yet suffer from the votes. A clean background and further distance away would make this better.

Kapla
by GeneralE

Comment by GeneralE:

Originally posted by facesastheycome: nice idea ,not realy sure about the grain tho i think just B&W wold of done the job

As I mentioned, the graininess in the BG was intentional, to emphasize the difference between the structure and the surroundings, which are actually very blah otherwise. I "later" thought this might look good in a duotone.

I did get one shot later of blocks tumbling, but there was no "composition" to it. These were shot in a museum, so avoiding other people and exhibits is tricky. This one was composed by "dead reckoning" with the camera lying almost flat on the table -- no using either the LCD or the viewfinder.

Textbook Example
by GeneralE

Comment by Cyndane:
Can't quite tell what's going on.. not enough contrast I think. I am thinking it's a straw?

Diatomaceous Diadems
by GeneralE

Comment by GeneralE:
Here's a link to the resized original:

Kapla
by GeneralE

Comment by how03:
I like the tension. The perspective distortion adds to the drama. I also like that I can see the face of the builder of the tower. He seems very intent and focused which is good for the picture. The fact that it is b & w is probably a very wise choice with this since it gives you a stronger sense of the repetition with the blocks. There seems to be a fair amount of grain in this, but I don't think it matters too much for this particular shot. The prominent feature of this photo is the face of the tower and other than a nice repetition and good contrast there isn't anything there that keeps my attention.

Kapla
by GeneralE

Comment by uptowngirl:
nice angle

Kapla
by GeneralE

Comment by Imagineer:
Great viewpoint and composition. Shame there's no action here - like tumbling blocks, but it's still quite strong.

Kapla
by GeneralE

Comment by dianiewill:
this photo is grainy and looks "over-copied." I love the subject material and the compostion is very good.

Kelp-Lined Coast
by GeneralE

Comment by emayner:
A nice combination of seashore and clouds in the distance.