At the Trailhead
by kanaj

Comment by primabarbara:
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.

Mindspace
by kanaj

Comment by PennyStreet:
Nicely seen. Great light.

Saprotrophic Microcosm
by kanaj

Comment by mariuca:
So touching and modest

Turn again, old friend
by kanaj

Comment by PennyStreet:
We can hope... nicely done. 8

Turn again, old friend
by kanaj

Comment by glad2badad:
Sometimes a title works well and helps the presentation. This is one of those cases. The image has a fairly sturdy point of interest. Seems like the timing / exposure may have been a bit harsh by the actions potentially taken in post to compensate? The texture is given away in a couple of ways; the foggy piece in the lower left, and the strong sense of grain especially in the dark sky area. For me it makes it feel a little muddy. Some may like it. Just a personal opinion. One last nit, sorry ... but why such a wide comp / crop on this? Did you look at it with the left side pulled in a bit? Anyway. Good luck in the challenge.

HUMILITY
by kanaj

Comment by PennyStreet:
Your AFTER essay made me Smile broadly! This whole package is wonderfully delightful. Congrats on the ribbon!

HUMILITY
by kanaj

Comment by nam:
Lovely and a top pick. Congratulations.

HUMILITY
by kanaj

Comment by posthumous:
Thank you for your essay! It was deeper than ChatGPT.

HUMILITY
by kanaj

Comment by Barroness:
This is beautiful in everyway. Your image is stunning, your title and motivational expression is perfect and actually very humbling, good food for thought.
I love reading your commentaries along side your images they are not only beautifully written but inspirational too.
Congratulations on this truly fine work.

HUMILITY
by kanaj

Comment by GolferDDS:
Definitely resonated with me. I thought the Blue for sure. 8 from me.