Ripple of Thought
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by LucidLotus:
This is a great idea that ran into some technical issues. The ripples are a very nice touch (and I like the title, btw) and the floating candle adds another area of interest. Unfortunately, the harsh lighting from above and the lack of good focus detracts a great deal from this nice composition. I don't know if a softer light from a side angle would've worked better but I'm envisioning the ripples with even deeper shadows, accentuating their form and the candle being softly lit thus allowing its own soft light to add another dynamic. A very sharp focus on the entire image (originally not added by sharpening) would really help a lot. Alternately, just cropping out the candle itself - as it brings a good deal of attention to the softer focus - might be an option as well. Adjusting the screen to do this made the ripples look almost intentionally softened and still retained the zen-like feel. I don't know if a smoothing program was used or not or if that's simply uploading issues but there is also some distortion that distracts in the ripple area. Technical issues aside I do like the idea. I gave a 4 overall.

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by theyetifanclub:
I like the par-sat.

Ripple of Thought
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by Melethia:
A good idea, but lacking in focus.

Ripple of Thought
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by jjstager2:
I love the rich blue. Seems a little too fuzzy, though.

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by Shaurya:
Nice blue.....

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by pellemannen:
If the car had been in motion this picture would have been much mor action.

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by LERtastic:
I am definately a fan of skateboarding, the selective desat doesn't seem to help this photo. Excellent action shot.

Ripple of Thought
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by magnus:
Without the out of focus candle this would be a much better photo

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by jblaylockrayner:
The car and other human ruin this nice shot.

Skateboard Action
by DigiFotoBuddy

Comment by glad2badad:
Cool action, distracting background.