Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by Swashbuckler:
This is a very cool shot. I see the texture, but I feel that that texture is more from post processing than from the subject itself. This is still a PHOTO challenge. I am willing to bet real money the original photo barely resembles the above image. For a post processing score, you get a 10, for THIS challenge, I will go as far as a 5. If I am wrong with any of my assumptions, I will gladly take them back and double your score. Swash (Hint: this might have been a good candidate for an Admin Note)

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by bunnies:
very nicely done.

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by syamjonimi:
Was this filtered to get the grainy effect? I don't see the texture of a hand just the graininess of the picture......

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by autool:

Composition9
Originality8
Technical Aspects9
Meets Challenge8
Total Score9

For those that are just learning, like me.

Composition: Scoring in this area is based on basic composition of a picture and includes the rule of thirds, balance, cropping, and curved and diagonal lines. Subject matter that does not lend itself to the picture or otherwise unwanted is also considered here.

Originality: Scoring in this area is based on pictures or concepts that I have seen, as well as how much effort you have invested in the picture. Usually a little something that sets it aside from a snapshot. Does it make me want to come back for another look? You know things like that.

Technical Aspects: Focus, exposure, lighting, and other special effects (done by the camera), and post processing are all considered in this category.

Meets Challenge: This is based on my interpretation of if you, have/have not, met the challenge. This is fairly simple but quite important for this site.

There are many sites that can give you assistance in achieving better skills in photography, but I think the best way to learn is to take pictures and show them to other people. Believe me when it is a good one you will know it.

Good luck!

Autool

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by karmat:
I like this, and though I think I have a basic idea how you did it, I want the details. So simple, yet so artisitic. Great work. karmat

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by BAMartin:
This is a very compelling photograph, I keep coming back to this one. I am very happy to see someone taking a risk and hope others feel the same. BAMartin

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by rocco22:
Thank you photoshop!!!!!!!

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by mykoleary:
Bad shadowing. Too much tweaking. Don't like this.

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by Alemmsan:
I dont like customed photos... any way good idea

Grains of hand
by Nswenson0

Comment by kdr29:
unique and interesting