The Prodigy
by DefyTime

Comment by Kathryn8:
Unbelieveable...I am in awe of this one.

October :: Why me?
by DefyTime

Comment by Kavey:
Critique Club

Composition/ Content
I'm not personally keen on the wooden mask subject but feel that it does make for an image with strong impact.
The rotated position of the mask against the strong verticals of the screen behind it make the composition feel very balanced and yet unusual at the same time.
I particularly like the strong shadows which are essential in providing that dark, slightly unnerving ambience.

Background
The choice of background really adds a lot to the image ΓΆ€“ as above, it assists composition and adds interest too.

Camera Work - Technical
Focus looks great. I'm curious about whether softer lighting would improve things. I like the strong harsh shadows and wouldn't want to lose those but am not so keen on the harsh light where it falls on the mask's nose and cheek. It's hard to say without seeing the results whether softer lighting would work but I'd certainly be interested in seeing a version.

Digital Processing - Technical
Nothing that stands out.

Fits The Challenge
Yes. The mask itself doesn't particularly speak to me of any seasons but the colour of the lighting does help in that regard. I am also happy to accept that there may be festivals associated with the mask somewhere in the world that do tie in to October.

My Opinion On The Photo
Not a favourite for me but a well taken and well presented image which has a strong visual impact.

The Final Flush
by DefyTime

Comment by DefyTime:
I got the duck about 2-3 years ago at Hastings.

The Prodigy
by DefyTime

Comment by fotodude:
i'm pretty sure from looking at the grayscale that this shot is NOT in Black&White

so i'm sorry but i just can't bring my self to give u a very high vote no matter how good or bad the comp. or image is. the its B&W NOT Sepia

The Prodigy
by DefyTime

Comment by ajschmidt:
I see black,and there is some white, and what is with all the brown stuff?

The Final Flush
by DefyTime

Comment by gpgemini:
coool !
Where did you get the dead ducky from ?
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The Final Flush
by DefyTime

Comment by Keys:
hahaha quality, great subject. thumbs up!

October :: Why me?
by DefyTime

Comment by frumoaznicul:
AMAZING IMAGE WOW!

October :: Why me?
by DefyTime

Comment by Pooba:
I like the lighting.

The Final Flush
by DefyTime

Comment by alien2thisworld:
Very creative shot. I really like the black duckie, X eyes and green bill. Good composition too.