Escape
by nico_blue

Comment by gaurawa:
nico_blue ? you seem to be experimenting a lot with lighting and shutter speeds these days..

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by bvoi:
Sorry for the form-letter type commentary. I̢۪m going to try to give almost everyone at least this breakdown to start. I would be happy to offer a more detailed opinion if you would like, though I don̢۪t consider myself a very knowledgeable photographer.
Here is how I broke down my score for your submission.
Content: 1/4 (Is the subject compelling? Does the choice of content match the challenge?)
Composition: 2/2 (Is the work well balanced and successful?)
Color/Light: 1/2 (Is light and or color used with skill and artistic intent?)
Clarity: 1/2 (Is the picture in focus? Are the elements clear?)
Total:5/10

A shade of blue
by nico_blue

Comment by Jutilda:
This is outstanding. Great use of light and shadow. Very nice.

A shade of blue
by nico_blue

Comment by SJCarter:
I think this is one of the most powerful and beautifully executed self-portraits I've seen. This really has a lot of emotion and is exceptionally well presented. You've really got a lot of talent...

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by townsend:
i love the textures

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by Mulder:
One of the few that actually met the challenge...

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by thomaspeople:
Very thoughtful and emotional at the same time. I'm too new to understand why, but I like it. Thanks

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by amber:
I just love this image! Great pose, great tones, great balance of light and dark. Just soft enough, just sharp enough.The lack of detail in the eyes is perfect for the challenge.

You are my green ribbon winner for this challenge - Green ribbon? It's the one entry that makes me green with envy...that makes me want to throw my camera away and take up knitting instead. So I'm giving you a 3 out of sheer spite...not really a 10..and a bet that you are a top three winner;)

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by Minstrel:
good eye shadow.

Noir
by nico_blue

Comment by blad:
The contorted hands and the black eye sockets makes this a great shot for me. grizzly meets the chall. good luck!