Emily
by tate

Comment by dfstevenson:
nice soft focus portrait

Emily
by tate

Comment by Louis:
In my view, this is exactly the definition of a soft focus image. Truly beautiful, suggesting the softness and delicacy of the subject. Only quibble is the "eyetrap" that is the highlight on her hair clip. Otherwise, focus, subject, composition, contrasts, and duotone are top-notch. Almost redolent of Keith Carter. So very well done. 9

Emily
by tate

Comment by talj:
Lovely expression on the little girls face, the softness is spot on and I like the processing :o)

He's: Where The Landscape Ends ...
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Comment by Mark:
ok, I'm at a total loss for any explanation. Was this done without PS?

Emily
by tate

Comment by Blackbox:
Hmmm? I've really struggled with this challenge. Yep, I made a submission anyway pretty much guessing as what 'Soft Focus' was. I've scrolled thru a bunch of pix so far, not commenting or voting. I can across your photo and decided for myself - 'This is what they were asking for! Perfect in my eyes...10

He's: Where The Landscape Ends ...
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Comment by Chinabun:
excellent entry, Good Luck!

He's: Where The Landscape Ends ...
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Comment by charmayne:
Wonderful entry well photographed and composed with an excellent idea

Emily
by tate

Comment by hotpasta:
this is an awesome shot of Emily...I love the stray hair and the sponteneity of the shot...love your choice to go b and w as well

He's: Where The Landscape Ends ...
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Comment by hotpasta:
if this is legal it shotd win a ribbon...well done

fuoco e fumo
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Comment by graphicfunk:
Outstanding combination of fire and smoke. Wow! Congratulations on your top 20 finish.