The Ring!
by Judi

Comment by iatomsi:
I like the humor, it really makes you wonder what is really above/under the orange? The lady on the right seems a lot "thicker" than the rest and maybe she isn't a lady at all; the third orange lady from the right holds that leg in the awkward position just to to keep the visual rhythm with the other legs, and why is the second orange taking the ring from the bride's finger? Or maybe she does not...this is not clear

The thing I don't like that much is the framing: maybe more lateral space especially on the left side would have made the picture more interesting by giving a sense of the (probably) empty location and thus augmenting the ironic vibe.

Can't wait for the honeymoon suite!
by Judi

Comment by e10icus:
I'm glad you kept this in color. The black/white/brushed metal is very alluring to me. Wish the reflections had been more cooperative with you. Still good score.

Straight through the heart
by Judi

Comment by andrewt:
FANTASTIC execution Judi !!! This shot is just superb.

Straight through the heart
by Judi

Comment by Jedusi:
Great moment of capture - love the shape still hanging in the air with the dart coming right through.

I'm guessing this wasn't the only shot taken that evening . .

:- )

Can't wait for the honeymoon suite!
by Judi

Comment by FrankRobinson:
Nice idea, doesn't scream 'exit' to me though. The subject seems a little lost in all the gleaming metal work. Hopefully the happy couple liked it though, which is the main thing.

Straight through the heart
by Judi

Comment by Art Roflmao:
I underestimated the cliché haters. This was different than your typical water balloon bursting shot because of the dart which is captured perfectly. Great work, Judi!

Straight through the heart
by Judi

Comment by tnun:
I'm sure I'm not supposed to like this but I do.

The Ring!
by Judi

Comment by bergiekat:
Lol! love the crop and the quirkiness here...and the empty beer bottle in bride's hand! FUn capture. I like how you can see the distance UNDER the bench! Great idea!!!

The Ring!
by Judi

Comment by CNovack:
I love this unique presentation - no flowers or fruits - but an interesting slice of life told not by any facial expression but by the laid back stances of body position and of the hands. These ladies are taking a moment to relax from the frenzy of a wedding day to chat and oh and ah over the ring. The orange bridesmaids dresses really pop and is a bold vibrant color here. Love the mood, feel, and composition in this one - one of my few 9's. Oh and btw I can't help but look at the photo and wonder - "was this taken at the Wayfarer's Chapel that overlooks the ocean in Palos Verdes?" I can see the ocean and the pine trees but I don't remember a bench with metal supports being near the stone pathway (then again it has been several years since I was last there)

The Ring!
by Judi

Comment by jonkster:
great image and good crop. Well done.