Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by Olyuzi:
Nice nostalgic piece with great pastel colors. My major complaints would be too tight a crop; sky's been dodged and burned a bit too much; electrical wires at top right could have been cloned out; and the border is barely noticeable. That last point may go over big with those who don't like them though. Also, I'm guessing you used a GND as the sky appears to have a magenta cast and doesn't seem to match the other parts of the photo regarding color or lighting.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by andrewt:
Very much a HDR , very suitable subject matter for a HDR. Very painterly feel to it. 7

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by RayEthier:
The last time I saw an image that evokes memories of the past like this one, the image was produced by Gringo. If this isn't one of his images, then you have done a wonderful job of replicating his style. Very nicely done.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by poser:
Would like this in my office

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by scamp:
Love this! Great subject for HDR.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by bcenu:
A great subject for this type of processing. Suits the challenge to a tee and should score well. Good job.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by bmartuch:
The HDR works really well on this. Nice job.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by tfarrell23:
This is a fine example of what can be done with HDR..to find a place like this..and stop...have a coke...and take your time and get the type of shot you want..great opportunity..would love to see more...this is my choice for the Blue...10

The Calla Leaf
by crik

Comment by tnun:
I thought this beautifully and understatedly was what the challenge was about.

Once Upon A Time
by crik

Comment by Luci11e:
I Love This! I know lots of folks here don't like when photos end up looking like drawings so I hope you do well with this. I think it's GREAT!