Finding your way
by jjbeguin

Comment by lhdelv:
Which way is ...........?? Nice shot !

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by graphicfunk:
returning for comments.
This is a very nice character study but the viewer immediately tries to guess what bevarage the cup contains. Which brings the eyes to the blown highlights on the fingers. Yet this image remains strong and the lighting accomplishes its intent for the overall feel. Very well done.

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by bpickard:
Nice negative space and clarity/tones. Sorry, but paper cup really pulls me out of the picture....ugly anachronism which spoils the effort you have obviously put in.

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by charmayne:
Wow, really well done I love it.

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by wkmen:
the facial detail that's visible is very nice - I want to see more - too much negative space for this type of photo, in my opinion, probably due to the direct sunlight vs the heavy shade

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by Mona:
Great 10

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by Kha0S:
Good application of shadow, negative space, and off-screen expectation. Effective use of available light to create the effect of stark single-source illumination.

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by DougPaz:
I love the composition and lighting on this one. I'm not even sure if he is smiling but the way this was taken, it appears that he is very happy. Great job.

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by HBunch:
While I like the lighting, there are a couple shadows that I wish weren't there, and I supose you can't have both. lol. The shadow from his collar is so very sharp that it draws my attention greatly. And I wish I could see his eyes. He's a lovely old man. Much personality in his face and lines. It makes me smile. ~Heather~

An eye on the cider press.
by jjbeguin

Comment by cghubbell:
The longer I look at this image the more interesting it becomes... The highlights are a bit harsh, but it's a very compelling shot for its emotional appeal. Great work!