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Comment by ubermoose:
Yeah, I agree w/erel... cool shot, but poor sport.
The first place shot may be a familiar technique, but relative to the other shots in the contest, it stood out as exceptionally aesthetically pleasing, creative, clear, etc. Yes, obviously yours was up there to. For whatever reason the other shot rated slightly more favorably with the audience.
Pat yourself on the back for taking a kick-butt shot that was hailed as superb by many, and, please, quit whining.

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Comment by erel:
you took great shot! and you got second place! Congrats!
I have to take my hat off to you..

but on the other hand...
... you are bloody right,you sound like a sore loser...like an old whinger...

P E A C E

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Comment by jus6681:
Thanks to all who voted for me. I'm slightly discouraged that the old "shoot any object behind a plate of glass with water drops" routine hasn't got old for more people. Sorry to sound like a sore loser. I'm still grateful for my first ribbon.

I had a few people ask about the setup. It's on a large cyc wall, about 25ft wide, 20ft deep, 25ft high. (one of many benefits of working for a commercial photographer) Key light to left of model was a Profoto strobe in a 6ft octa softbox. Background was two more strobes with umbrillas.

-Justin

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Comment by charmayne:
Congratulations on your Red Ribbon! One of my favorites this challenge...Excellent work right on the challenge!

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Comment by ty_roni:
This is a great shot could you describe your studio setup/lighting etc..

Thanks

Ty

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Comment by Alecia:
congrats justin--bout time you ribboned! :) this was my very fav of the challenge, awesome shot.

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Comment by kosmikkreeper:
This was my fav!! Congrats!!

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Comment by uctopuk:
Nicely done! I'm curious, how did you do the background?

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Comment by sher:
outstanding shot! i love the colors and the pose is so relaxed. well done!

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Comment by scalvert:
Did anybody doubt this would ribbon? Not me... would have easily been my pick for blue. Outstanding!