I Am My Work -- the Thorn that Weeps, & Holds the Sky Entire...
by Bear_Music

Comment by undieyatch:
Representing yourself as how you see rather than how you perceive yourself to physically be seen is certainly a valid self portrait idea. This self-portrait, to me, surely illustrates that what we choose to represent in a work of art, is or can be perceived as a reflection of ourselves. It is a primary and relevant idea, undoubtedly in a generic way done every week in any challenge. This photo is nice, but the question "does it meet the challenge" is entirely up to the voter. It is a shame that this fine picture was voted so low and so much weight given to an absolute definition.

Message edited by author 2008-12-31 22:44:12.

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Comment by LPDD:
WOW!! I can honestly say that I was not overly impressed with the image.
What I am impressed with is your explanation. If nothing else, let it be a consolation that you have changed one persons view of other peoples perceptions and ideas forever.

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Comment by Kathryn8:
Robert, I really like this photo, it is well executed and the composition is very good. I think one of the main reasons that you got the score you did is that there are just too many photos to rate....it becomes overwhelming. So often it is a quick reaction, no time to contemplate....and that is a shame, but I don't know what the answer is.

I gave this one a 5.

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Comment by Spork99:
Personally, I thought this image was one of the better SP's in the challenge. Certainly outside the box the rest of the entrants put themselves into.

Keep up the good work.

BTW, if you want a brown ribbon chuckle, check out Jacko's "Angry Kitty"

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Comment by kirbic:
DANG, Robert! You was robbed! I gave this a 6, I thought it was a very unique and original take on the challenge, and in no way did I consider it to "not meet the challenge." I too would like to see more open minds when voting. Just floors me that a shot like this could score so low. Makes no sense.
BTW, absolutely love the title.

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Comment by soup:
well it's a pretty nice photo, and a subject rather popular here.
i see no reason why interpreting an image as missing a challenge would cause so many to deduct all points. personally i would hope at some point people will realize ( as mentioned above ) that there is more than your personal views on interpreting a challenge theme.

i shutter to think how many images get completely overlooked here - minus the 3 second glance during voting.

kudos...

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Comment by RulerZigzag:
Hey robert. I like this shot. I originally gave it a 5. I like the composition and the clarity is top notch. I always like the unique additions to the challenges. I knew this had to be a self portrait without the physcial presence and it did not deserve to score that low.

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Comment by clenny:
I think it's funny how some people were able to recognize who the photographer was in this self-portrait while others did not consider it a self-portrait at all, which to me, is a great accomplishment. Great self-portrait! =)

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Comment by sparkly:
if it's any consolation I gave you an 8. :)

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Comment by Karalew:

Originally posted by funny: what a moron. the challenge is "SELF PORTRAIT. Get a clue