Zen frames
by xantangummi

Comment by bibimartin:
Nice and simple!

Zen frames
by xantangummi

Comment by dmbodinger:
Beautiful tones and composition.

Zen frames
by xantangummi

Comment by love:
you'll probably get slammed for being a bit soft but I like it and the zen feel it gives the image 9

Zen frames
by xantangummi

Comment by Reedman18:
nice still

Tapwater, a timeless classic, now with lime!
by xantangummi

Comment by tony2802:
simple, nice

Tapwater, a timeless classic, now with lime!
by xantangummi

Comment by kat75:
The distortion of the limes caused by the water makes for an interesting effect! Good job!

Tapwater, a timeless classic, now with lime!
by xantangummi

Comment by Zoomdak:
Cool lighting on the photo. Don't quite get the title, but that probably just me.

When the dawn seemed forever lost
by xantangummi

Comment by BakerBug:
Hello from the Critique Club!

My first impression is "Wow!". This is a very dramatic shot. The lighting is perfect and the use of black & white really makes this shot. The composition is excellent. The pose looks as if he is praying, the rope makes me think he is a prisoner of some kind, and the flower tells me that his spirit is unbroken. All together these elements combine to form a very powerful statement. You mentioned in your notes that you wanted to capture a "strong image that represents both hope and despair", well I don't think you truly depict despair. I believe that this picture shows his spirit triumphing over despair.

Congratulations on your highest scoring entry so far! However, I feel that this photo deserves a higher score than what you received. But don't feel bad about that! This picture requires the viewer to take some time and think about what they are seeing. The average voter on DPC spends about 2-3 seconds judging a picture, which means that you only get credit for the first impression. This photo requires the viewer to soak in what they are seeing, and only then can it's real impact be appreciated.

I don't know how long you have been in photography, but I am really impressed by this shot. I look forward to seeing more of your work.

-Bill

Tapwater, a timeless classic, now with lime!
by xantangummi

Comment by Titia:
You make me thirsty. Nice catch. 8

Tapwater, a timeless classic, now with lime!
by xantangummi

Comment by FocusPoint:
Good composition... I think need a little more focusing :/