The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by Artan:
The illuion is great. I find that I am distracted by the lighting differences between the card and the rest of the image, I would prefer a little more balance in this area

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by mycelium:
is this montereykiddo? one of the best in the challenge--a genuine illusion depicted, with spot-on lighting and mood. great facial expression and hand placement. my pick for blue, actually--

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by myra:
great focus and depth

chris_portrait.jpg
by Montereykiddo

Comment by Jinjit:
I agree with Ken about the light being too harsh here, and about the excellent focus and comp.
I also think this photo can get better if you lower a bit the saturation of the reds.
I would even try a selective detsat, where you are all b&w except for those amazing eyes!
You look good though, makes me think of an Elf. they are known to be so handsome ;-)

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by nordic:
great composition and the sepia treatment works well, good luck

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by pmotta:
Well done! I think I have found the trick, though...

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by drz01:
This is a classic illusion.

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by BlackDot:
Very nice. Very good job on the intense eyes! I really like this one.

The Magician's Illusion
by Montereykiddo

Comment by ergates:
Very emotional, I like this a lot. Well done!

chris_portrait.jpg
by Montereykiddo

Comment by Art Roflmao:
Lighting is a little harsh I think, but looks like it could be fixed up. Comp and ficus are excellent.