Inspired by the shape of the number 5
by nico_blue

Comment by groggyfroggy:
Usually I give 4 or 5 10's but for this challenge this is the only one I gave out. I think this is a georgous photo. It should do well. Good Luck.

Inspired by the shape of the number 5
by nico_blue

Comment by Artyste:
Wonderful take on the challenge. Nice body too.

A shade of blue
by nico_blue

Comment by ladyhawk22:
I really like the lines and shadows in this shot. The lighting totally sets the mood! Well done!! :-)

Inspired by the shape of the number 5
by nico_blue

Comment by Blinks:
This is so cool! GREAT JOB!

Inspired by the shape of the number 5
by nico_blue

Comment by buzzmom:
beautifully done...never knew the number five could be so interesting

The letter
by nico_blue

Comment by groggyfroggy:
I fell that you should be able to see his eyes a little more, I know the subject is the letter, but it seems like he is sad or upset or at the least thinking about what he just read, and I want to see that in his eyes, Other than that I think it is great.

A shade of blue
by nico_blue

Comment by gav1n:
very good compo great use of light does look very natural

The letter
by nico_blue

Comment by pawdrix:
The fade/blurring is a bit too much. I'd like to see more of the person. Outside of that, the lighting looks great and it's has a very warm even tone and color.

The letter
by nico_blue

Comment by Nonage:
very nice idea but honestly it does look little strange due to excessive fade out in face area while person's right hand is quite in focus. IMHO, if u apply fadding in a circular/oval fashion instead of linear centrally, it will bring out a main focal point and leave the rest to bit out of focus dreamy effect. With face on a side, the rule of 3rd will make it more appealing to many photo gurus here :)
Overall, love the idea and will look forward to see its other versions. I would love to see soft focus on face with expressions still visible.

A shade of blue
by nico_blue

Comment by dahkota:
looks too posed for a capture the emotion but it is a beautiful image. composition, tone, DOF are excellent. 8 from me! good luck...