the human stain
by tate

Comment by JulieG:
Simple idea, but it carries a lot of impact. This is in my top three.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by jeger:
This shot works well because of the leading lines in the oil. Nice shot.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by klstover:
I LOVE IT. The background is wonderful and the contrast of the hand is lovely against the colors. Super-fantastic.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by KarenNfld:
Now that is creative!!!! 10!

the human stain
by tate

Comment by glad2badad:
Ok. Here's an "artistic" photo that many have been belaboring doesn't exist or get enough recognition on DPC. This is a wonderful (if not sadly true) story being told in a powerful, eye-catching way. Strong message, and technicals to match!

This image is deserving of all the praise it receives and then some. I hope you take this photo to many places and gather acclaims around the world. Worthy of display in many galleries!

Congratulations, and Thanks for this vision!

the human stain
by tate

Comment by CorySmith:
this should be a book cover, great message

the human stain
by tate

Comment by timfythetoo:
Great idea. While I dont normally go for selective desat it really works well here.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by JamesKW:
This is one of my favorites for the challenge. Excellent composition and I dig the colors from the oil. Nice desat on the hand. Hope you do well.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by escapetooz:
very cool. I'm not even sure what else to say! I usually try to pinpoint why I like something and then give criticism but I'm left a little stumped. I guess I like the contrast and the movement outward as well as the look of the colors. There is a metallic sheen that one doesn't see often. The mystery of it makes it all the more appealing.

the human stain
by tate

Comment by hotpasta:
a really interesting result and image...selective desat is perfect for this