Self portrait with plants, grin and specs...
by jjbeguin

Comment by DennisF:
I like the colors and exposure. The composition is very good.

Menacing elegance
by jjbeguin

Comment by mzanoni:
What a colorful subject against a great background. Overall, excellent in every way.

Self portrait with plants, grin and specs...
by jjbeguin

Comment by carolee:
I like your choice of setting, how your hair mimics the plants next to you. Or how the plants are mimicing your hair, whichever you prefer. :)

When all has been said and done
by jjbeguin

Comment by Gracious:
Very nice! Shows character.

Menacing elegance
by jjbeguin

Comment by KarenB:
gorgeous!

When all has been said and done
by jjbeguin

Comment by zeuszen:
I'm returning here after viewing all entries.
This remarkable photograph is my decided choice for blue ribbon.

It appeals to me very strongly, most of all for the human interest and the sense on the part of its author to 'see and freeze the moment' with such sensitivity and precision. The technical elements (the sensitive and sparse side light highlighting little more than is necessary, the eye-level perspective and 'conversational' distance, the composition dynamic 'left in' the picture by allowing for a wider shot etc.) given here are entirely subordinated to the 'gist and whole' of the picture, which, it appears, cannot be incidental.

The title is simple and poetically apt to a degree I would never expect in the context of this challenge.

I commend the photographer for such a rare 'transport'.

When all has been said and done
by jjbeguin

Comment by ellamay:
well, sorry i can't vote, but i think this is a stellar image. He reminds me of an ivan albright painting, yet done in photo. The lighting, title, expression on his face all want me to keep looking at. You have captured a mood very very well. thanks for the privledge of viewing it.

When all has been said and done
by jjbeguin

Comment by johnmk:
Great mood captured.

Menacing elegance
by jjbeguin

Comment by Shadow Eagle:
beautifil colors, lighting 8

Menacing elegance
by jjbeguin

Comment by Mysti:
Love the colors and contrast, it's so beautiful. You can only have positive feelings when looking at this image. Well done!