18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by yanko:
Good shot! The softer aspect gives it something new. I'm on the fence as to which I like better, this one or the sharper one (i.e. 8 years). I think something in the middle would have been best. Good luck!

18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by elizadeb:
Dang! This looks JUST LIKE the cat done by Yanko! Uncanny! Bravo to you for an excellent re-capture! *8*

Flamingo Fancy
by SandyP

Comment by jaysonmc:
Beautiful shot, if I didn't know better I would swear this bird was stuffed. :) Gorgeous color and framing.

18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by LN13:
Your cat had a great resemblence to Yanko's cat, and you've nailed the catchlights in the eyes dead-on. I give Yanko's shot the edge for it sharpness.

The Baby Plays
by SandyP

Comment by suemack:
This has to be one of the most delightful elephant shots I've seen.

18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by noraneko:
Absolutely beautiful except the catchlights, which look fake.

18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by robinssong:
A much softer take on the original! Very nice!

18-Years by Yanko
by SandyP

Comment by ZeppKash:
Nice replication.

Day 13 - Another View of the San Antonio Riverwalk
by SandyP

Comment by Yo_Spiff:
Nice picture. I was there for a short business trip the other day, (Last time was AF basic training in '79!) and I was interested in seeing what others had done photographing the same scenery. I'm learning a lot from looking at others work here.

Sacred Rythm
by SandyP

Comment by levyj413:
Sandy, I'm back for a second comment. This shot could be used to demonstrate so many things about good photography. First, there's that strong horizon line that is nicely off-center vertically. Then, there are the patterns in the graves that you caught so well, and at such a nice angle instead of face-on. I also really like the contrast between the hard-edged, manmade gravestones and the soft, organic shapes of the trees. And finally, there's the light, the glorious light!